ADDED EBAY LISTINGS TO BLOG

Hello all!
I just thought I would let you know I added a link to my ebay listings in case any one was interested in viewing. Just scroll down on the left of the page, and click on CURRENT EBAY LISTINGS.

Also, ebay is running a special this week on 99 cent listings. I think I will take advantage of it and post some older cards that I need to clear out to make room for more. ***Please note, most of these are extras that I made quite awhile back. Some of them are not as dimensional as the cards I have been making recently, but are still usable to brighten someones day. I am going to try my best to post several a night, since I have so....many. I have about 50, so there may only be one picture of each. I hope I can get them all listed before the expiration date of the sale. So you fabulous buyers, if you need a simple card at a bargain price have at it. However, be advised I will not be able to make duplicates or offer second chance offers. When they are gone, they are gone forever. Good Luck and many thanks!!!

Tribute to Buyers!!

I just have to mention that I have met so... many Terrific people in the last few years from selling on ebay and now etsy. I appreciate every one of them. Each one is a Blessing. Some contact me regularly and some every once in a while. Some gives me special encouragement by letting me know what they do with the cards they have purchased and the reactions they receive. Not only is it a blessing to the receipiant, but the giver as well. It just amazes me how special it is to receive a card, whether by mail or by hand. That is one of the reasons I started making them to start with.
Thank you to all of my special friends and a special thanks for the encouragement you give others as well as me.

ALCD

I just thought I would let everyone know I am a member of ALCD (Artist Loft Cafe Designs). We are card makers and sellers that have been selling on ebay for a few years. We became long distance friends and decided to help promote each other by using the ALCD name. The name was created by a wonderful ebay seller who loved all of our unique work and talent.
Most of us now also sell on etsy. If you go to either site all you have to do is put ALCD in the search engine and you will get the listings of all of our cards that are for sale. My user name for both sites, of course is stampingsinger. I have been selling on ebay since March of 2004. I recently started selling on etsy Sept. 2007.
I try to design 4-6 new cards every week for ebay. I will also add some previous designs each week to keep a total of 10 cards up at a time. Those are posted on ebay every Monday night from 9-9:30 pm EST. I use etsy for my overflow. They are usually my last ones, or one of a kind creations. I try to post at least 3-5 random days a week. Check often for new cards.

Here are the links to both:

ebay:
http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&_trksid=m37&satitle=stampingsinger&category0=

etsy:
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5289699

Thanks for looking and Have A Wonderful and Blessed Day!
Linda :o)

New Beginnings

Well, 2007 has come and gone. We have seen our share of happiness and heartache. My son got married in March. I now have a fabulous daughter-in-law. I've lost 18 pounds. Ebay and Etsy have really taken off for me. I have met some fantastic people in the year 2007. Some of which have become friends as well as customers. I appreciate every one of them. They have made this year so great. I feel so blessed. GOD IS GOOD.
2007 has also brought some difficulties for some very close friends of mine.
One of my friends within the last 6 months, lost her job, lost her father-in-law, lost her husband and lost her home to fire, even her beloved cat. Those are just the worst things. I could not even imagine the pain she is going through. But, God is with her and is giving her the comfort she needs. He has a plan. She has the faith of Job.
Another friend has been devastated by occurrences that have happened this year. She is so distraught that she has allienated herself from her friends that love her dearly.
I have a lot of other friends that have been through some sicknesses of their own.
My heart goes out to all of those that are on my heart and mind.

But, you know, 2008 is a new year. I expect GREAT things to happen!! I am going to be a grandmother in May. Life does go on, whether we feel like we can or not. We have to, as the song says, "dust ourselves off, and start all over again". It's like the little train that doesn't say "I think I can," It says, I KNOW I CAN. We need to get off the pity party ride, and decide that this is a NEW YEAR and it's time for NEW BEGINNINGS!!! TODAY is the first day of the rest of your life. What are YOU going to do about it.
Well..... start by focusing on others. How much trouble is it to call up a friend that needs a friend. Send that long awaited card or e-mail. Someone needs a hug. In the process of a hug, you receive one too. Ever thought of that? When you make a time for others, it takes your mind off your own problems. It actually helps both of you. TRY IT!!

My favorite scripture is Phil. 4:11...For I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances.
I read a book once. It was titled "It is worth Dying For" Stress over situations can lead to all kinds of health problems that can lead to death. Choose LIFE!!!

Maybe you say, I just can't. Well, I know someone who can help you. His name is Jesus Christ. He loves you and wants to help you. All you have to do is ask Him. I don't mean ask Him to give you the things YOU want, but that you want to get rid of this burden, and live a more content life. If you truly give your heart to Him, he WILL help you. But, you have to give it totally to Him, not out of selfishness of only what He can do for you. If you are faithful and true He will bless you so much that you can not even image. Just PRAY to Him and ask!

You know, I live in constant pain, every day. One might say, well, He hasn't helped you. But, on the contrary. He gives me the strength every day. He blesses me everyday. Everything I have and every person I have met, He gave to me. Who could ask for more?

Wishing you and yours a VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR with NEW BEGINNINGS!!!

IT"S Gonna be a BOY!!

Woo Hoo!! I just seen the ultrasound LIVE yesterday. I'm going to have my first grandchild and it's going to be a boy!

Harris Reed Hall

Are you ready for Christmas???

I usually have my Christmas cards out the day after Thanksgiving. Well...... not this year. I will probably be the last minute sender. I usually put the Christmas decorations up the day after Thanksgiving too. NOT!! I finally put up my outside decorations and a small tree in my studio, since I spend all my time there anyway. I've been listening to Christmas music though. I not a total scrooge(bah humbug). LOL!!
Sometimes I think Christmas gets a little too commercial anyway. Let's not forget the Reason for the Season. Even Christmas day may not be the exact day Christ was born 2007 years ago, but it is the day we celebrate it.
So, if your taking a break from decorating the tree, addressing Christmas greetings, or cooking special treats, pause a moment and Thank Him for his sacrific for us.
Gotta get busy on those Christmas cards!
Have A Safe and Prosperous Day!

Beautiful Header

WOW! isn't this header great. My son made it for me. He did a great job. Sorry, I just have to brag. He and my daughter-in-law is expecting in May. I am so excited. This will be my first grandchild.