Saturday, March 17, 2012

ODBD 4th Anniversary Release Blog Hop!

Welcome to ODBD 4th Anniversary Release Blog Hop!  If you got here from Julie's blog you are in the right place, if not we recommend you start at the ODBD blog so you don’t miss anyone. 


The Hop will run 8am EDT Mar. 17 until 8pm EDT Mar 18. 
The winners will be announced on the ODBD Blog on Mar 19.

Four hoppers will win a FREE ANNIVERSARY SET and 
One blessed hopper will win 
The Complete Anniversary Bread Basket Bundle!!!
Check out the ODBD Blog for details on how you can win!





For the 4th Anniversary Release this year, I chose a quote.  This quote is part of the  ODBD Quote Collection 1 stamp sets. One of my favorite inspirational speakers/preachers is Joyce Meyer.   This quote really says it all when it comes to worry.  Worry is a useless action and a waste of time.  This quote reminds me to turn to God at all times and in all things.  Exercising my faith is a more worthy endeavor than senseless worrying.   I combined some older My Mind's Eye dp with some newer patterns.  Sort of mixing it up a bit.  I am also using a new 2012 Spellbinder's!  I also tucked in the background a new 2012 Impressabilities folder by Spellbinders!  Love these!  I thought the new frame looked great with one of my EK Success border punches.  I finished with a few prima flowers, seam binding bow and a few tiny gold pearls.


As always thanks so much for hopping by! 
Next on the hop is Jan Marie Ennenga's Blog! 





Betty

161 comments

  1. Brilliant card and quote! I find myself making quite a few down payments on things that never happen! Wonderful design!

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  2. What a gorgeous card Betty and awesome quote.

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  3. Great card! Love the sentiment and the stitching! TFS!

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  4. Ooooh, I just love that quote! You have displayed it so beautifully on this card. Gorgeous! Blessings,

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  5. Love it all...the stamp, the stitching and the way you tied it all together!

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  6. WOW Betty...this is jaw-dropping gorgeous! I love the colors, the design and all of your special touches!

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  7. Excellent quote... so true!!
    Beautiful card Betty, thank you!

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  8. I wish I had a stack of cards like this one. I can think of about 5 people I would send it to today! Great job on it.

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  9. Just beautiful Betty. I love the new SB die. :)

    Hugs~

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  10. Betty this is so pretty! Love the papers, the sewing, the sentiment! Beautiful!!!

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  11. You probably don't know this Betty, but I have had a worry problem -- I'd worry if the sun were coming up tomorrow! This quote is meant for me and you are the angel who brought it to me! Thanks for your beautiful card with a beautiful quote!

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  12. Beautiful card. I love the quote from Joyce Meyer.

    Holly Paulson

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  13. Love the card is so refreshing and love the saying. Thanks for a beautiful job well done.

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  14. Beautiful...awesome sentiment Betty...and so true :) !!! Hugs ~S~

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  15. Joyce Meyer always cuts to the chase. I love this sentiment; it's such a good reminder that we waste a lot of time worrying. I also love the frame you made for the quote -- the colors and the stitching. Just beautiful.

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  16. Fabulous quote! Love this layout with beautiful dies, borders, and the stitching details! Colors look so springy!!!

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  17. Absolutely wonderful card! Love that quote. This is one I would use often. TFS

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  18. Gorgeous card ... you have displayed the sentiment beautifully ... tfs.

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  19. Beautiful card... and love the quote... how true it is..=)

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  20. Great paper combo- you would never know they were not from the same line. That new spellbinder is beautiful! You are right- this quote is such a great reminder to turn to Jesus-

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  21. I am a fan of Joyce Meyer. Very lovely card.

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  22. gorgeous card

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  23. Well, Betty You have done it again!!! Gorgeous! And I love the quote! I need to stamp this on my hand and read it every moment of each day! LOL!!!

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  24. That quote is so true!! How many times don't worry about something that may never come to be! Beautiful card Betty!! Love your colors, the punch and flower detail and the seam binding. Very elegant!!
    hugs,
    Chris

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  25. Great quote, lovely card!
    The colors are great and the stitching adds so much!

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  26. Betty! It is just sooo beautiful! Your quote is wonderful!

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  27. this is such an eye-candy!
    love the tender colours on it!

    hugs and kisses from germany,
    silvi xoxo

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  28. This is a great card, and so is the quote. Who has enough emotional capital to squander on unnecessary downpayments? A great reminder.

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  29. Your card is stunning! Love the colors and the wonderful design. The quote is priceless! Hugs

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  30. Wow, Betty, what a gorgeous card! Thanks for explaining your stamp choice....those words are so true and I have needed this advice many times in my life! Hugs! Angie

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  31. Oh I like this card! Beautifully layered. The stitching adds a personal touch, a touch of home.

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  32. Great card! Love the sentiment ahd those flowers add a great pop of color.

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  33. Beautifully designed card!!

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  34. Betty I love this card. Love the choice of colors and the quote.

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  35. Gorgeous card. Absolutely wonderful! Love that quote and the colors are perfect.

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  36. Such a beautiful card! Love it!
    alsmouse ~C8> Ratty Hugs

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  37. Great use of color and a wonderful sentiment as well! Good job,Betty!

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  38. What a lovely card. As for the sentiment - How true, how true!

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  39. THis is wonderful, Betty! I love the colors, the piercing and your fab stitching. ANd such a pretty little bow w/ roses! And your quote is just perfect!

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  40. Fabulous quote. Love the way you created the card.

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  41. Betty!!
    I LOVE your card---you did such an awesome job!! I love how the 'border die' compliments the lovely sentiment die--plus the stitching, patterns, colors and embellishments:) --ANd who doesn't love the precious Joyce Meyer? A very precious friend of ours that is a pastor ---when we lived in TX used to say---don't Wor-ry---Wor-ship:) be blessed
    ~Beyond Measure
    Tammy
    www.urbeyondmeasure.com

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  42. What a great quote!! I know u have all kinda of down payments out there on things I didn't buy to the point I've been broken. But thank God I've survived it all! What a great reminder and a lovely presntation from you! Thanks so much!

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  43. I don't believe I have ever heard that quote, is if perfect and you did a fabulous job creating a display for it!

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  44. what an original sentiment; with so much truth. An absolutely great card and blog hop, thanks for sharing

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  45. Wow Betty! This quote speaks to my heart so! Thank you for reminding me what is truly important in life! Your presentation is lovely from the beautiful die, DP and seam binding to those darling roses... Beautifully done! Blessings...

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  46. Great sentiment! Love Joyce Meyer. Fabulous card as always :)

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  47. Beautiful card, Betty! I love the colors you chose and the paper go beautifully together! The quote is so perfect for all of us to remember, especially me! I love your new goodies you used! I can't wait to "play"! Blessings! Kathy

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  48. Very unusual the way youhave changed the frame around the card . i like it. Nice embellishment on top of the bow .

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  49. This quote is so appropriate, and the card is just lovely. Great colors and papers, and a fabulous bow!

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  50. I too like Joyce Meyer, I live about 60 miles from her. I am in the middle of worrying now about finding a new job as mine will end in May. I know God has it covered but I am still scared. Thanks for reminding me it is worthless to waste my time on worry!

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  51. such a true statement! I need to remember this more often! Beautiful card!

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  52. Betty, how exciting to have a stamp created of a favorite quote and get to create a card with it. You chose a fantastic quote and your card is gorgeous.

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  53. I need to remember the wisdom of this quote. You chose nice papers, flowers, and ribbon to create a very special card. It came together very nicely! Thanks for sharing!

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  54. Tina AKA GardenDiva on SCSMarch 17, 2012 at 1:19 PM

    Joyce Meyer has such a talent for going right to the heart of the issue ! Gorgeous card.

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  55. This sentiment is soooo true! How many times do we worry about something that never comes about and we've experienced a lot of stress about it. Beautiful card!

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  56. This is such a great card. Love the quote and need to employ it.

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  57. This is just stunning, gorgeous card and the colors are fantastic.

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  58. cute colors and patterns. this is one sentiment that i can relate to.

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  59. Your card is beautiful. Joyce Meyer has so many down to earth, just makes sense, quotes when you think of it. Thanks for sharing.

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  60. BEAUTIFUL Betty!! Love the new Nestie, and such a wonderful and so truthful quote!! LOVE it...wow Gorgeous!! Hugz

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  61. love this, sadly I made a dow payment last night

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  62. Very pretty. Great Nestie and border punch together. Lovely colors.

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  63. This is such a lovely card! The stitching makes it so warm and soothing. I really need to heed this verse's meaning! See, it's been a blessing to someone already!

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  64. very pretty card.

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  65. Lovely card! Wonderful framing of the quote with the SB dies and MME papers!

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  66. Very pretty card. Thanks for sharing...hugs!

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  67. Wonderful! i love the stamp- it background and the fabulous diecuts throughout.

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  68. Beautiful card- great sentiment!

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  69. This card is so fresh and vibrant! Thanks for sharing!

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  70. Wow, gorgeous card and a great sentiment. TFS

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  71. This is beautiful! Thank you for the inspiration. I really need to pull out my sewing machine.

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  72. i love this card because never a truer word. Thank you for sharing.

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  73. Betty, this is absolutely gorgeous! Love love lve it!

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  74. I love Joyce Meyer and your card makes the sentiment shine. What an awesome card!

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  75. Lovely, lovely, lovely. The comment is great too.

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  76. One word - Beautiful!
    Mstgane
    Ann

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  77. great card. Love the shading in the die where the quote is. Good quote, too!

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  78. Betty this is lovely! Fabulous card and fabulous quote!!

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  79. Such a beautiful card! The quote is one I need to keep in the front of my mind. Thanks for sharing!

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  80. Beautiful card - but, then, I always enjoy the cards you create. This sentiment is so true! Am really enjoying seeing the scriptures and quotes the Breadsticks have chosen for this anniversary hop.

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  81. Lovely vintage card!!Nice soft colors, and the border really makes it!

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  82. Beautiful card...and I really like the quote...another stamp on my wish list...

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  83. what a gorgeous card, betty!! i love that quote... it is so very true!!

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  84. Betty, you have managed to simple and elegant all at once with this stunning card.. keep up your awesome designing..k

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  85. anniversary blessings to you and the team...

    loved your card... made me feel like i wanted to lay down in a meadow and sing quitely... thank you so much... for memories
    god bless, lydia

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  86. The card is wonderful. I already have recipient in mind for the sentiment. Love it!!

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  87. I sure worry too much -- I've been making an awful lot of down payments!! Thank you for the inspiration!

    Fondly,
    Ellen ♥ CardMonkey
    http://cardmonkey-business.blogspot.com
    E-mail: cardmonkey@comcast.net

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  88. Betty -- you've chosen a fabulous sentiment and made a lovely card.

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  89. Very colorful card. Most inspiring.
    Thanks loads,
    Candy Meyers

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  90. awesome card and such a very true quote

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  91. Beautiful card. Love the colours and the detail. The sentiment really makes you stop and think.

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  92. Picture perfect artwork...as usual! Love that quote!

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  93. Love your card!!! What a great quote from Joyce Myer!

    TFS,
    Victoria Merrick
    angelicmsn1 at aol dot com

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  94. Love the Joyce Meyer quote! Some fine stitching on there too!

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  95. Lovely card! worry is my first name, wish I could learn to really take this quote to heart.

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  96. Fabulous card Betty. Very beautifully put together. The sentiment is so true.
    Hugs Maz

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  97. that sentiment is so true. and we are such worrywarts!! love your card!!

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  98. Wonderful design to your card and the colors are beautiful. As to the quote... cannot say I have ever heard it before, but I surely can understand it completely. Nice choice.

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  99. Beautiful card, and I need to keep that quote in my memory box!!!

    Margie F.

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  100. One of my favorite quotes from the new set. My eye was immediately drawn to the roses though. Beautiful card!

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  101. What an excelent quote! We should all remember this! Beautiful creation!

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  102. A gorgeous card, such pretty colors. Fantastic quote!

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  103. Very pretty card and great quote.

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  104. what a beautiful card. Love the layout & the roses.

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  105. what a beautiful card. Love the layout & the roses.

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  106. I am awed by the beautiful talent!

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  107. Awesome card; love the colors and details. The sentiment is perfect. Thanks for sharing.

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  108. Love the stitching!

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  109. Beautiful card. I love all the little details.

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  110. Love everything about your card. It is simply super!

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  111. Your card is lovely - but your quote and what you wrote is so true. Worry is so useless. Thanks for your thoughts!

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  112. Hello my sweet friend! Betty, girl, this card is stunning! Love everything about it and that quote and will be using it a lot!! Can't wait to get that stamp set!! Hugs and blessngs, Sabrina

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  113. Your card, for me, has a wonderful 'grandmother' feel and I can just hear grandma giving voice to that wonderful quote.
    Delightful!
    Lu Cram

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  114. Love this card!! The stitching, the colors, the layers, the seam binding, the roses. . .well, I guess there isn't much about it that I don't like! It's gorgeous!! Blessings!

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  115. How true this statement is! Need to remind myself of this every now and again! Lol. Lovely card!
    Diane

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  116. Awesome card love the layering of the Colors and the flowers and the Ribbon is so Beautiful thanks for sharing.
    abbraddock@msn.com

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  117. Absolutely Stunning!!! Love the colours, framing, detailing and what a wonderful quote!!! Gorgeous Betty!!!

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  118. fantastic quote! and lovely framing,,,,,,truly elegant and beautiful!

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  119. Lovely card and beautiful marriage
    of colors, details and quote.
    Enjoy your work!!!!!

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  120. What a beautiful card and what a profound sentiment! Bless you for sharing!

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  121. Beautiful card. Thanks so much for the inspiration.

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  122. Wonderful thought..going to remember that one. beautiful card altogether..love how your little roses match your pretty dp and the borders and details...TFs..:0)

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  123. Beautiful card Betty I just love it.

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  124. Beautiful card also love the quote.

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  125. Love the card and the comment. It is similar to one I learned long ago which says Worry is assuming responsibilty God never intended for us to have. Good lesson to remember.

    Christie ANderson
    kikikay@hotmail.com

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  126. Simply beautiful card for a wonderful reminder. Thanks for both!

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  127. Love all the detail! Pearls and stitching and layers. The sentiment is great and something we all need to remember. Thanks for sharing your beautiful work!

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  128. This is one of those cards that I wonder how to classify. It's not a sympathy card, not an anniversary or birthday card. All I know is it's a very important card that encourages a friend in a time when they need it most. It's the kind of card you least expect, which cheers you up more than flower or any other gift. So beautiful. I really like this one.

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  129. Lovely card.

    craftymom205 at yahoo dot com

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  130. Wonderful card! I really enjoy the quote!

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  131. Such a beautiful card and I love the quote, thank you so much for sharing it.

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  132. I loved that quote the moment I saw your card. There's so much truth in it. Your card is a beautiful delight! Thanks for sharing.

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  133. Love your card layout and color combo. The sentiment is perfect. TFS

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  134. Lovely framing , I had never heard that quote that is a good one, pretty flowers and border too!

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  135. Such a pretty card. The sentiment is something we all need to remember.

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  136. Truly amazing - just got into doing cards and SB dies love it. Never really did hops but so glad I did this one -

    Monica
    Scrapbook New and Review Staff
    scraps2treasure.blogspot.com

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  137. Really pretty, love it.

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  138. Very nice, love the colors & papers!

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  139. I LOVE this card, but esp.LOVE the sentiment...perfectly stated

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  140. Pretty card with message well worth remembering. thanks for sharing tdharris1@cox.net

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  141. Beautiful card! Love the quote!

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  142. great card,love the sentiment!!

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  143. Hi Betty!

    Wow! You thought of a wonderful quote! It is so to the point and purposeful! I need to make a banner with it and put it on my "Wall of Inspiration" in my art room as a reminder. I seem to forget until I am in it, and then a friend will remind me! LOL

    Your card is bright and cheerful! I love the combination of papers. The red stands for "Stop" and "pay attention." The green reminds me to "Go" and take this action. I always love flowers and bows...and yours are no exception!

    He IS Able!
    Traci Starkweather

    You May Receive 1-5 Cards Weekly!
    http://He-IS-Able.blogspot.com

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  144. Amen to the quote, and thank you for framing it so beautifully. Jennifer in Ohio

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  145. Love your card and what a reminder that we waste too much time and energy worrying. Thanks!

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  146. Beautiful card! I love your design and the verse you used. That verse speaks volumes to me. Thank you for sharing with us.

    Gayle Taylor
    gaylememories@sbcglobal.net

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  147. You are so right about worrying...it just doesn't get us anywhere! This card is GORGEOUS! Love that new Nestie!

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  148. Gorgeous! I love the stitching on this card. This is a wonderful sentiment and one I definitely needed to read.

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Thanks so much!

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