Autumn Blessings, Day 3

Due to a very early cold spell, Montana didn't get much of an autumn.  We normally have a few weeks of beautiful and rich colors, daily changing as the temperature slowly drops.  Unfortunately, the cold snap just caused all the leaves to die and fall off the trees.  But, I am grateful that I was able to travel to the east coast to photograph my friend's wedding, because I got a small glimpse at the beautiful colors of autumn.  It was such a blessing, and it was so gorgeous.  

The card I have to share with you tonight is inspired by the Autumn that I missed in Montana this year.  It is just a reminder to be patient for next year, because the beauty will return!  It is also inspired by this lovely sketch #32 at Unscripted Sketches.  Another fabulous sketch site I found while blog surfing the other day...it is awesome, so check it out! :) 

"Autumn Is A Second Spring..." supplies: 
Cardstock: Bazzill Basics
Paper: Basic Grey, Hambly Screen Prints, & Scenic Route
Stamps: Renaissance By Design (Happy Halloween & Roots and Wings)
Ink: Clearsnap Pigment Ink (Merlot, Old Rose, Amber, Brown) 
Ribbon: Renaissance By Design (Sherry Dots)
Twine: Darice Inc. 
Jewels: Doodlebug Designs
Button: Basic Grey 
Pins: Making Memories & craft supply
Corner Rounder: EK Success
Border Punch: Fiskars (Apron Lace)

Alright...I am barely squeaking in to make time on day 3.  Tonight I am going to chat about how grateful I am for these two: 

Our parents.  They say that when you become a parent...you wear your heart on the outside of your body.  I don't think I truly understand this yet, considering I don't have children.  But, I can see that it is true.  Our parents have shared in our joys and triumphs, and felt the pain of our heartaches our entire lives.  We wouldn't be the people we are today without them, and I know I am so very thankful to have them.  
Here we all are at Christmas last year: 

They make holidays special, no matter how big or small.  And they support us in everything we do.  You can't ask for much more, but it seems like they give so much more.  I love them and am so thankful for the blessings that come in the form of my mom and dad.

I have a song to leave you with tonight....it is awesome.  Hope you like it.

Well, I better get going for now.  I hope that if you celebrate Thanksgiving, it is full of love and blessings.  And if you don't...I hope you have a wonderful normal day! ♥


Until later,
~Lea