There is a new challenge blog over at Lily-Boo, it's going to be monthly at first, and there is a freebie download of this cute house image for everyone who wants to join in. I printed mine off really big then cut around the front of the card. The winner will get two download sheets as a prize
The challenge is a recipe of 4 brads, 3 flowers and two ribbons
The last thing I want to do is talk about all my recent medical adventures, so why is it that whenever I meet total strangers in shops/coffee shops/etc they always take one look at me and decide that I am the one person in the world they can unburden themselves to. 'Oh yes duck, I'm a martyr to me arthritis' they say mournfully or 'I'm under a psychiatrist now.....'
I also seem to get told loads of tales of very complicated family rifts, a sister-in-law nobody has spoken to for ten years ever since she ran off with her husbands best friends brother-in-law
I nod and smile, murmur platitudes, but do they not see the glazed look in my eyes? Take yesterday........... I was sitting peacefully with my latte, when along came a woman, a total stranger, a person I had never seen before in my life, who paused at my table, and when I gave her an uncertain smile, said in tragic tones
'my dog died yesterday'
WHAAAAT? Was she wandering around town telling everyone this news, or was I singled out as being the person who most needed to know?
WHAAAAT? Was she wandering around town telling everyone this news, or was I singled out as being the person who most needed to know?
roflmao Enfys you must have MUG tattooed on yer forehead!!
ReplyDeleteAm off now to see about your challenge and grab that adorbale image.
Love how you've used it on your card
Anne x
enfys that is just the cutest house, great job. Sandi
ReplyDeleteIt's co's you have such a kind face!! (and they know that crafters are such a lovely caring bunch!!) xxx
ReplyDeleteLove your recipe for lilyboos and your house is adorable. Oh En, only you! You're going to have to start facing the corner or bringing a book with you when you go out! Either that or adopt a mad, crazed look in your eyes ... that should keep them at bay! hugs, eileen
ReplyDeleteLol, Enfys, you must just have one of "those" faces!! My husband has the same effect on people. In fact, medical dramas follow us around. I've lost count of the number of holidays where he's had to go and assist some or other victim (he's a doctor by the way, not just an interfering busy body!!). You must just look as though you care!
ReplyDeleteYour card is fab by the way, I love the image and it makes a wonderful new home card.
Hugs,
Caryn xxx
LOL.. you crack me up! Did I tell you about my family's psycho cousin!?!@? LOL (Just kidding!)..well I do have a Psycho cousin, but I won't share that with ya... (oops, guess I just did!)
ReplyDeleteLove your card, really cute. Glad you're feeling better!
Fab card Enfys.
ReplyDeleteGlad your feeliing better. I had a similar exchange with a stranger whilst waiting for my lift the other night. It can be a bit uneasy when things like that happen. Maybe she just thought you have a kind face and needed to tell some one.
Love Karen x
Too funny En! I'm sure you just look like such a sweet and understanding person they just can't help themselves. LOL Maybe we should give you a little hand held sign with a big TMI on it and you can hold it up when people approach. Anyway your little house is just adorable! Maybe I can join in on this one. xxD
ReplyDeleteyou must have alot of compassion in your face! or people just sense you're a good listener. next time they start talking to you tell them..... well, i make cards! really beautiful cards. THAT'S my therapy. maybe you should try it sometime! LOL.
ReplyDeletesorry i haven't been around. well, that's not true, i am around and i've been seeing everything you do just not commenting as often. lots on my plate. but i am here!
hugs, oh and by the way.... have i told you......... only kidding.
more hugs,
lol en!!!!!! you must have 'tell me all your problems' eyes!!!!xxxxx
ReplyDeleteYou definitely must have one of those compassionate faces Enfys, this is just so funny, if it wasn't so tragic!!!!
ReplyDeleteYou'll have to take a book or something in future and bury yourself in it.
Lisax
Enfy I think you need to take that sign of your back 'come talk to me' lol. Love your card and all the Dt cards, must have a go at this one.
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Enfys, Beautiful card as always! I am off to check out the new challenge blog.
ReplyDeleteLove your house card so sweet.
ReplyDeletebye bye,Lean
Ohhh wowww Enfys,what a beautiful card,i love the image and colours.
ReplyDeleteHugs Riet.x
you crack me up, E! but i know what you mean! i have a number of health problems myself, but the last thing i want to do is focus on them, let alone with complete strangers! for me to mention it, ya know it has to be pretty bad! just look at it this way - it is so obvious that you are such a wonderful person inside and out that others want a piece of that comfort you can offer them! and by the way, that card is fab and i am on way to get that download! hugs!
ReplyDeleteCute, cute little house. Adore it! Enfys, your compassionate just seeps out your pores and the world can tell that you need a good story to tell, heehee!
ReplyDeleteEnfys your card is gorgeous, very good use of the recipe. Love the size of the house.
ReplyDeleteYour stories always make me laugh, you must just have that look of sympathy in your eyes.
hugs
Kaye x
Well all I can say is it must be in your face, I think you should just calmly say, Im sorry to hear that and would you like to hear my problems, and they will probably run a mile.
ReplyDeleteNever mind love your card is gorgoeus, love the bird on the roof, good luck with the challenges. With love and hugs Shirleyxxxx
Darling card! i'll check out lily-boo, too.
ReplyDeleteyou have the face of a saint.
or is it the smile?
you should keep track of your stories and write a book.
this post sure made me laugh!!
i'm sorry, i know it's really sad but you just present it in a funny manner!
i enjoy your blog! Thanks
That made me snort my tea out of my nose. Oh great now I just did it...told you more information than you need to know.
ReplyDeleteIt must be your caring smile and all knowning appearance.
BTW I love the card!
Oh EN! I too have this affliction, as does my boyfriend. We've decided we're together because we've each finally got someone who will listen to us! lol I agree with Eileen, adopt a ceriously mad expression, that along with the glazed eyes, should do it! lol
ReplyDeleteGorgeous little house - try snarling instead of smiling!!!
ReplyDeleteBeccy x
Such a beautiful card Enfys, and in such fab colours!love the gorgeous design. Oh did I tell you about my lol next time! lol.
ReplyDeleteHugs Linda
cute cute cute card....hugs
ReplyDeletelovely card, off to check it out
ReplyDeleteI am a bit like that too, attract all the loonies for a blether
AllisonX
Ah! Enfys you must look like you need to share....great card! Cheers Claire x
ReplyDeleteGreat card Enfys! Hey, you must be a very kind soul that people pick you out and talk to you. Look at it this way, you probably brightened their day! I know you do mine whenever I see your beautiful creations. ALoha...
ReplyDeleteOk Mrs grumpy I wont ask how you are...just say great card and happy crafting. janex
ReplyDeleteAnother great card! Thanks for the link to the free image.
ReplyDeleteYou must look friendly and approachable to others which I think is a good thing. You seem that way in your written word too. Hope you are continuing to feel better each day.
Such a darling image...as for your woes Enfys...LOL...
ReplyDeleteGlad you're feelin better En, but don't 'overdo it with the tea and sympafy for all those strangers hun!! hahaha!x
ReplyDeleteOh En, you've just been the cause of a near fatality....I've nearly choked on my white grape & elderflower drink...I'd have paid good money to see the look on your face.
ReplyDeleteSilly me...forgot to comment on the card. I really like this, very quirky.
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Adorable card!! I think that image is too cute.
ReplyDeleteI had to laugh out loud when I read your blog post as I get that a lot too. My hubby calls me a "freak magnet". LOL He usually ditches me if we are out together and someone launches into their current woes and I am stuck standing there as I just can't bring myself to turn and walk away. LOL