Brighten a Soldier's Day - Send a Card

Please remember that freedom is not free. Many of our soldiers and veterans have no one to send them a kind word on a holiday.

http://www.redcross.org/email/saf/
Holiday Mail for Heroes
From the front lines to the home front, the American Red Cross provides service members, their families and veterans with the care and assistance they need.
The Red Cross is partnering with Pitney Bowes this holiday season for the Holiday Mail for Heroes campaign. For the second year in a row, we’re collecting holiday cards to distribute to American service members, veterans and their families in the United States and around the world. Pitney Bowes is generously donating technology, resources and postage to make this holiday card program possible.
Our goal is to collect and distribute one million holiday cards to spread holiday cheer and facilitate thanks to these brave individuals and families.
Please send cards to this address, following the guidelines listed below:
Holiday Mail for HeroesPO Box 5456Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456

Card Guidelines
Please follow these guidelines when mailing a card to ensure that your card will quickly reach service members, veterans and their families. Every card received will first be screened for hazardous materials by Pitney Bowes and then reviewed by Red Cross volunteers working in one of 16 sorting stations around the country.
* All cards must be postmarked no later than Wednesday, December 10, 2008. Cards sent after this date will be returned to sender.
* Participants are encouraged to limit the number of cards they submit to 25 from any one person or 50 from any one class or group. If you are mailing a larger quantity, please bundle the cards and place them in large mailing envelopes. Each card does not need its own envelope or postage.
* Please ensure that all cards are signed.
* Please use generic salutations such as “Dear Service Member.” Cards addressed to specific individuals can not be delivered through this program.
* Please send cards as opposed to long letters which delay a quick review process.
* Please do not include email or home addresses on the cards, as the program is not meant to foster pen pal relationships.
* Please do not include inserts of any kind, including photos, as these items will be removed during the reviewing process.
* All cards received may be used in program publicity efforts, including appearing in broadcast, print or online mediums.

Another soldier in the family

I already have:

a daughter that is a Staff Sergeant in the Air Force

a daughter that is a PFC in the Army National Guard

a son that is a PFC in the Army

my 3rd son called me two nights ago and said he enlisted he will ship off to basic training in the Army in about six weeks.

my 4th son is still in high school and is JROTC.

Not bad out of 7 kids. We are a patriotic family.

One of those days

Did you ever have one of those days. Where you can think of a 1000 things you need to do; but somehow you just don't seem to be able to get started on anything? Trying to jumpstart myself into action here, but so far rather unsuccessfully.

Fall Turning to Winter

Here in southwestern Kentucky we are getting a preview of Winter; even though the calendar says that it is still technically fall.
Thermometer shivered down to 24 degrees last night. Brrrr, nasty. I know farther up north it is worse; but I hate being cold.
Hope you are all warm where you are.

Homecoming

My son, Josh, just got home after a year's deployment to Iraq. He's with the 101st Airborne. So proud of him. Thank God for bringing him home safe.

The Turkeys Have Landed!

Sizzix Turkey die cuts now in my Heritage Scraps store.

So cute for Thanksgiving school or church crafts

or Name cards at Thanksgiving dinner.

Check them out

http://stores.ebay.com/Heritage-Scraps

Gingerbread House die cuts Available!

Sizzix Gingerbread House die cuts now in my Heritage Scraps store.

Check it out

Available in your choice of color.

http://stores.ebay.com/Heritage-Scraps

File Folder Die Cuts Available!

Sizzix File Folder die cuts available in my Heritage Scraps store.

You pick your color.

http://stores.ebay.com/Heritage-Scraps

Mini Scallop Cards & Envelopes Available

I put up another ad in my eBay store, Heritage Scraps.

This one is for 10 Mini Scallop Cards and 10 Matching Scalloped Envelopes.

You can pick your color.

Look here to see them:

http://tinyurl.com/57kv5v

Here is a link to my eBay store, Heritage Scraps; you can see what else I have for sale.

Stop by and take a look around.

http://stores.ebay.com/Heritage-Scraps

$1000 Monthly Giveaway from Ryan's Restaurant

Ryan's restaurant has a $1000 giveaway monthly; it is a phone survey; look at the bottom of your receipt for the number

Sizzix Alphabet Die Cuts For Sale

I have auctions up for die cuts of the following Sizzix alphabets:

Lollipop

Fun Serif

Shadowbox

You pick the color you want them.

250+ die cuts in each package.

Check them out at my eBay store, Heritage Scraps

http://stores.ebay.com/Heritage-Scraps

Cricut Message Boards Awesome Resource

For anyone with a cricut diecutting machine, you really should visit the Cricut Message Boards.

There is so much inspiration there, you can get lost for hours.

http://www.cricut.com/messageboard/default.aspx

enjoy!

60 Gelly-O Bookplate Die Cuts in 6 Shapes For Sale

I put up another ad in my eBay store, Heritage Scraps.

This one is for 60 Gelly-O Bookplate Die Cuts in 6 Shapes.

You can pick your color.

Look here to see them:

http://tinyurl.com/5u46xm

Here is a link to my eBay store, Heritage Scraps; you can see what else I have for sale.

Stop by and take a look around.

http://stores.ebay.com/Heritage-Scraps

20 Rectangle and Triangle Tabs Die Cuts For Sale

I put up another ad in my eBay store, Heritage Scraps.

This one is for 20 Rectangle and Triangle Tabs Die Cuts .

You can pick your color.

Look here to see them:
http://tinyurl.com/5h965p

Here is a link to my eBay store, Heritage Scraps; you can see what else I have for sale.

Stop by and take a look around.

http://stores.ebay.com/Heritage-Scraps

30 Oval Bookplates Die Cuts For Sale

I put up another ad in my eBay store, Heritage Scraps. This one is for 30 Oval Bookplates in 3 different sizes. You can pick your color.

Look here to see them:

http://tinyurl.com/6663a4

Here is a link to my eBay store, Heritage Scraps; you can see what else I have for sale.
Stop by and take a look around.

http://stores.ebay.com/Heritage-Scraps

Christmas is Coming!

49 days til Christmas!

Do you find that exciting or are you starting to freak out a little?

Planning ahead makes it all go smoother.

Here is a really cool site that will tell you to the minute how long til Christmas.

http://www.auburn.edu/~vestmon/xmas_cnt.htm

Secret Shopper Survey

I did a secret shopper survey today for my bank. It pays a few dollars and that is helpful this time of year. I sign up online and every month or so they send me a postcard telling me what kind of shop it will be (like a teller, or drive-thru or loan inquiry). Then after you go do it; you go online and answer some questions.

Check with your bank to see if they have a Secret Shopper Program. Every little bit helps.

20 Ticket Die Cuts in 2 Sizes For Sale

I put up an add for 20 Sizzix die cuts. They come in 2 sizes. You can pick the color.

If your interested in looking, click here

http://cgi.ebay.com/20-Sizzix-Tickets-Die-Cuts-2-Sizes-U-Pick-Color-Custom_W0QQitemZ350120474845QQihZ022QQcategoryZ75571QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1742.m153.l1262

Thanks for looking.

30 Naked Chipboard Scallop Tags in 3 Sizes for Sale

I put up another ad in my eBay store, Heritage Scraps. This one is for 30 Naked Chipboard Scallop Tags in 3 different sizes.

If you are interested, check it out:
http://cgi.ebay.com/30-Sizzix-Naked-Chipboard-Scallop-Tag-Combo-Die-Cut_W0QQitemZ350120466352QQihZ022QQcategoryZ75571QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1742.m153.l1262

100 Different Journaling Tag Die Cuts For Sale

I reopened my eBay store and am offering a custom order for 100 different tag die cuts. You can pick the color.

Here is the link
http://cgi.ebay.com/HUGE-lot-100-Different-Journaling-Tags-Lot-U-Pick-Color_W0QQitemZ350120457575QQihZ022QQcategoryZ75571QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1742.m153.l1262

November 5 for 5 Promotion on Epinions - Make up to $25

I found this while poking around at www.epinions.com today. This company has paid me personally more than once and has been around for years. I've been a member since 2000.

Epinions November 5 for 5 Promotion Posted: Friday, October 31, 2008 Let's get back to writing! For the month of November, write 5 reviews and earn $5. Your reviews must be submitted on a product in any of these (5) categories: Computers and Software, Electronics, Home and Garden, Kids and Family, and Sports and Outdoors. Maximum payout is $25 per participant during the promotion period. By participating in this promotion, you agree to the Official Rules. Reviews must be 200 words or longer and rated at least 'Somewhat Helpful' by the community to count towards the promotion. Learn more by visiting the 5 for 5 Promotion Official Rules page. Have fun! Christal & The Epinions Team

Here is a link to all of my reviews there; epinions pays based on how many people view your reviews. Hope you stop by and read some. Thanks.
http://www.epinions.com/user-paul_talb/show_~content

Google Search Bar Added

I just added a Google search bar to my blog, so you can do a search without having to leave the page. It is in black at the very bottom of the page.

Cricut New Arrival Die Cuts List

These die cuts are included on the New Arrival cartridge.

Pregnant mom with purse, hat, shoes, hair, pants overlays
Umbrella with bow overlay
Words: Baby Shower
Words connected: For, Date, Time, Place, RSVP
Baby in a sling
Stork flying that can go with the baby in a sling
Pile of presents; with bow, tag, and ribbon overlays
Stitched looking card
Word: Congratulations
Words: New Arrival
Connected Words: Name, Date, Time, Weight, Length, Parents
Words: It’s a Boy
Words: It’s a Girl
Word: Twin
Two overlapped hearts
Woman pushing baby stroller with hair, shoes, dress overlays
Baby stroller with trim overlay
Word: Bath time with bubbles overlay
Bathtub with bubbles overlay
Rubber ducky
Crawling baby with diaper overlay
Girl outfit with shirt, panties and clothes hanger
Onesie with clothes hanger
Smiling flower
Smiling butterfly
Baby face with bow overlay
Bassinet with trim overlay
Smiling moon with hat overlay
Diaper bag, opens and closes with teddy bear, bottle and diaper
Diaper pins
Baby booties with bow overlay
Baby bottle with nipple and ring overlay
Baby rattle with trim overlay
Words: Little One
Baby feet
Sitting baby with arms out; with bow and diaper overlay
Elephant
Monkey
Teddy bear
Bunny stuffed animal
Frog
Giraffe
Airplane with cloud, wing, propeller and banner overlays
Pickup truck
Sailboat
Choo choo train
Pea pod with baby face that fits in it
Words: Sweet Pea
Word: Baby
Words: I am small
Words: I am big
Word: Love
Words: For you
Words: Thank you
Confetti, hearts, star, pacifier, baby bottle, moon
Circle charm
Place card
Envelope with optional window
Envelope 2

Product Review: Cricut New Arrival Shapes Cartridge

I just published a product review on Cricut's New Arrival shapes cartridge.

You can read it here:
http://www1.epinions.com/review/Provo_Craft_Cricut_Arrival_Cartridge_29_0222/content_449978470020


http://www.epinions.com/ is a site where you can join and get paid for writing product reviews. They page based on the number of people that view your review.

I have personally been paid by this site.

If you are interested in seeing all my reviews, you can check out this page.

http://www1.epinions.com/user-paul_talb/show_~content

New product review: Simple Scrapbooks Magazine

I just published a product review on Simple Scrapbooking magazine on epinions.

You can read it here: http://www1.epinions.com/review/pr-Simple_Scrapbooks_Magazine/content_449974210180

www.epinions.com is a site where you can join and get paid for writing product reviews. They page based on the number of people that view your review. I have personally been paid by this site.

If you are interested in seeing all my reviews, you can check out this page.
http://www1.epinions.com/user-paul_talb/show_~content