We Give Thanks

It's that time of year again.

The time of year where we begin to reflect on all of the things that have happened

in our lives. We think about the ones we love and those who love us.

We take more time to think about how God has blessed us and what we can do

to thank Him and bless others in return. 

I know that money is something many of us do not have nor do we
enjoy talking about. We don't have a fancy home or brand new cars.
We barely get by on my husbands salary alone.
BUT I can say that I am RICHLY blessed.
I have a home that is warm and happy and filled with love.
I have a pantry and freezer full of food to cook for my family.
We have clothes to wear and a place to wash and dry them.
I have all of this and so much more. 

I know that there are many things I would like to do for my family and friends, 

but can't because we don't have the money to do so....

but in reality, what others want more than THINGS is love. 

Your time. Prayer. A phone call. A card in the mail. A hug. A moment.

Something real. Real emotion. True compassion. Not just sympathy, but Empathy

 for those who are hurting. 

 I encourage you to do more of that this year. 

I know I am going to try to do so myself. 

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The next two cards I am going to share with you are all 

about GIVING THANKS

The new challenge at Freshly Brewed Challenges is just that. 

Give Thanks. 

There is nothing greater to 

 give thanks for than the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. 

Nativity Digital Stamp

Praise Thy Glorious Name Sentiment

I colored this image using prismacolor pencils. 

I am not great at coloring with them, but really do like the softness of the colors and how

it turned out. I hope you do too. 

NEW DIGIS AT FRESH BREWED DESIGNS

The Nutcracker, Holly Stocking, Little Christmas Ballerina

Nativity, The Greatest Gift - Jesus, Praise Thy Name Sent

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Next is the new challenge at WAW:

Word Art Wednesday #159

our word art this week is free for you to save and use on 

your creations. You are not required to use it for this challenge. 

Read all of the rules and requirements on the blog >HERE<

this card was completely created using scraps from my scrap pile!

I kept the layers flat so that it would be easy to mail out. 

I hope to see you play along in these challenges and I hope

you are encouraged by all of these  challenges and posts. 

I know I am. 

Have a blessed day, 

                              Heather

challenges:

The card concept: Krafty Christmas 

Love to Create: Christmas

Simon Says Mon: STAR
Simon Says Wed - Thanks