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Wednesday, 23 December 2015

I feel so blessed....

Good afternoon all, and thanks as always for sharing a few moments of your day with me....

Today I wanted to share with you some of the most wonderful pieces of art work that have been given to me,,,,

You see I feel so privileged and blessed to be able to meet such lovely crafters at my workshops, through social media, publications and this little blog...

Some of you have been coming regularly now for over four years.....hey soon you will get a medal....!!!!

I really do value each and every one of you ....and you are such a generous as well as talented bunch...

 

Just look at these beautiful cards...

And these

And these

And even some from you lovely blog followers too.

Talented at baking....( gluten free.....thanks Julie )

Talented with a sewing machine

Thanks Lucy...

And Debbie....

Beautiful orchids.

And lots of presents under the tree

Thank you so much.....

And those of you who sent emails with special messages yes, you brought a tear to my eye....

You see it is me who should Thank You....

Hope your preparations are going well....and to all my friends in Cumbria and Scotland extra big hugs...

Yesterday we saw for our selves the devastation, we had to drive through floods, had to take a 90minute detour due to closed roads and had to abandon meeting up with my sister , ....my thoughts and prayers are with you....

Love and hugs to all...

Jo. xxxxx

 

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29 comments:

  1. Janet Pring23 December 2015 at 16:22

    How lovely, what a talented group of ladies. Hope you have a wonderful Christmas with your family Jo xxx

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  2. Unknown23 December 2015 at 16:31

    It's us who are thankful Jo. You give us so much inspiration. You're a wonderful teacher, and a much valued friend. Lots of love to you and yours. Meg sends puppy kisses to Tess and Eric.

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    1. Jo Rice23 December 2015 at 18:21

      Thank you Julie....you are very kind...love and hugs....and lots of doggy kisses too...xxx

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  3. Unknown23 December 2015 at 16:37

    Hope you have a lovely Christmas spent just the way you want to. Hopefully you will get a bit of a rest too and then you'll be already to start all over again in 2016, I for one certainly look forward to lots more inspiration from you. Hope Tess and Eric enjoy lots of treats too, Love from Annie and licks and woofs from Jasper xx

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    1. Jo Rice23 December 2015 at 18:22

      Bless you Annie, thank you for such a lovely comment...love to you and yours, plus woods for Jasper...xxx

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  4. Donna Brooks23 December 2015 at 16:38

    Thank you Jo for taking the time to post such wonderful inspiration on your blog for those of us who can't make it to your classes. I look forward to learning more great techniques from you next year. Hope you have a very merry Christmas and a happy new year! XX

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    1. Jo Rice23 December 2015 at 18:23

      Thanks Donna, it is always great to read your comments,,,your support is really appreciated....have a wonderful festive time,,,xxxx

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  5. Linda Page23 December 2015 at 17:00

    Oh how lovely xx

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    1. Jo Rice23 December 2015 at 18:24

      Thanks Linda....hope your leg keeps improving...enjoy some rest...xxx

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  6. Naomi23 December 2015 at 17:22

    Such beauties Jo. Have a wonderful Christmas. xxx

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    1. Jo Rice23 December 2015 at 18:24

      And you Naomi, love to you and all your family...xxx

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  7. MFM23 December 2015 at 17:30

    Wonderful cards and gifts. So sorry you missed your sister. We have friends in Cumbria and at the moment things are tough for them.Lets hope the New Year improves for them all.

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    1. Jo Rice23 December 2015 at 18:25

      Yes, they are having such a bad time,,,let's hope 2016 is so much better for them,...fingers crossed...xxx

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  8. Annie6023 December 2015 at 17:53

    What a lot of beautiful cards and prezzies, enjoy them all,,.xx

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    1. Jo Rice23 December 2015 at 18:26

      Thank you....I really do feel so blessed...hugs...xxx

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    2. Barbara Finch23 December 2015 at 19:16

      Hi Jo I just sent you a comment which was published but now seems to have disappeared! Love all the lovely cards you have received! Time now to relax and enjoy your time with your family.

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  9. Barbara Finch23 December 2015 at 19:10

    What a lovely varied selection of cards Jo. We are all learning from a very talented teacher,our classes are such fun and are full of interesting techniques.
    Sorry you didn't get to see Sheila,I feel so sorry for everyone affected by the floods. Our family live in Kendal so we hope they are able to come on Sunday! Relax now and enjoy your time with your family. Xx



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  10. Barbara Finch23 December 2015 at 19:11

    What a lovely varied selection of cards Jo. We are all learning from a very talented teacher,our classes are such fun and are full of interesting techniques.
    Sorry you didn't get to see Sheila,I feel so sorry for everyone affected by the floods. Our family live in Kendal so we hope they are able to come on Sunday! Relax now and enjoy your time with your family. Xx



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  11. Barbara Finch23 December 2015 at 19:17

    I don't get it - now you have it 3 times!!! Sorry! X

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  12. Barbara Finch23 December 2015 at 19:18

    I don't get it - now you have it 3 times!!! Sorry! X

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    1. Jo Rice24 December 2015 at 09:07

      Oh Barbara, you do make me smile....I love you...xxx

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  13. Chrissie Roberts23 December 2015 at 19:19

    A lovely selection of cards and gifts Jo. It shows just how much you are valued both as a tutor and a friend. I hope you get to see your sister soon.
    Have a wonderful Christmas. xx

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    1. Jo Rice24 December 2015 at 09:08

      Thanks Chrissie, have a lovely family time...hugs to Don and you...X X

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  14. Saintly Lisa23 December 2015 at 21:40

    What a beautiful set of cards you've received Jo! Thank you for another fabulous year of crafting, loved the journey and can't wait for the next. Have a wonderful Christmas and see you in 2016 xx

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  15. Saintly Lisa23 December 2015 at 21:40

    What a beautiful set of cards you've received Jo! Thank you for another fabulous year of crafting, loved the journey and can't wait for the next. Have a wonderful Christmas and see you in 2016 xx

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    1. Jo Rice24 December 2015 at 09:08

      Cheers Lisa, and thanks for all your support and friendship....looking forward to lots more Next Year...xxx

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  16. Theresa23 December 2015 at 22:48

    oh wow. you are truly blessed but you are a great woman albeit vertically challenged lol! received your lovely card today. thank you. i spied mine in there too. have a fabulous christmas and wishes of a prosperous new year, hugs xxx

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    1. Jo Rice24 December 2015 at 09:10

      Thanks Theresa, your comment really did make me laugh......you know I look up to friends like Mandy and you....lol...
      Love to you and your lovely family....xxxx

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