Its going to be a struggle (so I'll be using lots of my stash up, so that can only be a good thing lol). When Ians shifts and mine collided his mum and dad helped out with the childcare and as his dad has not been in too good a condition health wise that can only be a plus in that I take that burden off them - its not fair for them for us to have to keep putting on them.
Thats it in a nutshell, so heres a card I've been working on. A few posts ago I mentioned a designer that was new to me and she recently put up a gorgeous freebie image AND she has started her own challenge blog as well as things on Facebook:
The image has been coloured with promarkers and copics for the skin, the papers are from some left over 12x12 sheets (that may have actually been a Christmas design!) I have also used some mirricard and then added ribbon, bow and bling from my stash.
I would like to enter this into:
Aurora Wings - anything goes.
Thanks for looking.
Ali
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Life's too short to be miserable, Ali. I'm sure things will work out for your family and in the meantime, enjoy your freedom. Crafting is such a rewarding pursuit. Your card is just beautiful. Lovely colors and design. Thanks so much for joining our first challenge at Aurora Wings. xxD
ReplyDeleteI love the coloring, color scheme, and the elegant design, Ali. Keep crafting and expressing your creativity. Wishing you the best!
ReplyDeleteThank you for joining Aurora Wings' first challenge with your beautiful creation. hugs Mitzi
What a brave decision, Ali! Though, as Donna said, life is too short to spend it doing a job that doesn't make you feel happy - I can really relate to what you're going through as my Iain is feeling the same way about his job! I wish you both all the very best for this new chapter!
ReplyDeleteOn a crafty note, I love your pretty card! You've coloured that fab image beautifully! Hugs, Lisa x
I did that twice with jobs I was unhappy in and fortunately got replacements within a month or two of quitting. Meanwhile enjoy your time with your family and extra crafting opportunities. Love the colours and design of your card. Hugs Mrs A.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous sweetie....:o)
ReplyDeletebiggest of hugs Vicky xx
Hiya hun, this is absolutely stunning. I love your colouring, colour scheme and layout. Just beautiful. You didnt tell me you'd put your notice in...good for you. I know it's going to be hard, but your state of mind has to come first. I did it, and we survived....hey you can always live on beans on toast :P I'll always help you both jobwise and craftwise you know that. I'll be in touch hun. Take care xx
ReplyDeleteMove down here & come n' work with me. What will be will be...life is too short to be unhappy (Trust me I'm an expert...lol). Follow your dreams, don't let anyone knock you back & be happy. Lecture over.
ReplyDeleteNow...yer card is fab, that image is stunning & you're amazing...got it! xxx
I think you did the right thing, if it is making you miserable then it is time for a change! Well done on being pro active! another gorgeous card too x
ReplyDeleteI'm a believe in fate too and I think you should be selling your cards Mrs as they're fabulous!!
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Loads of love and good stuff Ali. All will be well.
ReplyDeleteI do love this card! what a gorgeous image! You made it beautiful. XOX
Lovely card. I am sure things will work out, especially now you have made your decision......fate will have better plans for you soon.
ReplyDeleteWishing you a happy weekend.
Helen xox
Graet card Thank you so much for joining in on our first challenge at Aurora Wings Hope to see you again next month Good luck Sandra DT xx
ReplyDeleteWell Done Ali I'm sure something better will come along & in the meantime enjoy your time at home. Love your card the skin is coloured beautifully xx
ReplyDeleteI handed in my notice on a very well paid job almost ten years ago. We were worried about how we would manage but all our clothes now come from car boot sales and I shop for food at the wonderful Lidl which I can walk to. I now have more time for both myself and family. I have used my time recently to contact a few magazines and been commissioned to write five articles for three different publications. It obviously doesn't pay as well as a 'proper' job but is much more fun. You are very talented and this is just the start of a whole new journey for you x
ReplyDeleteOh I am sorry your old job made you so unhappy, it sounds like leaving was the right thing to do. I'd enjoy the career break for now until you find something that suits you better. Take care. x
ReplyDeleteSounds like you'll be much happier now you've made the change, well done you! What a fabulous card, that image is really powerful! Laura x
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, you've had loads going on. I am a believer that if it's not working, do something about it as life is too short for us to spend time making ourselves miserable. Does that make any sense...? Your card is stunning xxx
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