Well tomorrow is Thanksgiving and it will be the first time in 4 years that my son and his family will be celebrating with me, my sister Gen and my sister Fran and her family. I just can't wait to see my son and of coarse my grandchildren.
So today I went and looked at 3 apartments, because as I said when Pooh-Bear died it was time to move. Funny thing is 2 of the apartments I was told were on the 1st floor. NAY. Both were on the second floor, one the steps were so steep I thought I was going to fall down them as they were also very small, like for a childs foot. The second just needed a lot of work and some landlords say they will fix but the landlords I have had never follow through. Now the 3rd is my dream to move there. Best of all it is in an apartment community, 24/7 emergency service, assigned parking, very bright and just everything anyone can ask for. So next week it is to get the paper work from the County and to start with all that. I am looking at a move in date for February 1st now.
Ok now your probably wondering what does the "I am really surprised" have to do on this post. Well I will tell you. I have also been blog hopping today and I am really surprised at how many people in the USA ask people in other countries if they celebrate Thanksgiving. Some of you may find this surprising also. SO I ask, do you know the meaning of Thanksgiving and if so please post your meaning.
So I now will end this Wishing You All a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving
:)
TA
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Monday, November 16, 2009
2 classes on Black Saturday at Scrapper's Cove
November 28th ~ Saturday ~ Time: 10:30AM till 2:30 PM ~ Cost $39.00 ~ Limited Seating for only 5 students ~ Scrapbook a Year ~ In this class we will be putting together a complete scrapbook for a whole year. We will be working with a 6x6 scrapbook and there are 2 page layouts for each month. so when you are completed there will be 24 pages completed! The layouts will be dimensional and you will be able to put anywhere from 3 to 4 pictures on each 2 page layout. This class is great for someone just starting to scrapbook, for someone who would like to five a special gift for the Holidays, for just to keep for yourself! The scrapbook is included in the class but you will be decorating the book to your liking
November 28th ~ Saturday ~ Time: 3PM till 4:30PM ~ Cost: $25.00~ Have you ever wanted to learn how to Heat Emboss? Well I am holding a technique class where I will show you how to use embossing powders, and also how to use different colors on one design. I will also show you how to do Texturizing and dimensional additions to your projects. When you are done with this class, every participant will get their own jar of Powder Keg embossing powder - you will get to choose your own color from the store.
November 28th ~ Saturday ~ Time: 3PM till 4:30PM ~ Cost: $25.00~ Have you ever wanted to learn how to Heat Emboss? Well I am holding a technique class where I will show you how to use embossing powders, and also how to use different colors on one design. I will also show you how to do Texturizing and dimensional additions to your projects. When you are done with this class, every participant will get their own jar of Powder Keg embossing powder - you will get to choose your own color from the store.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Update on my Beloved Pooh-Bear
The good news. The procedures with my back are coming along and next week starts the 1st procedure of killing the nerves. Anyone who has back problems I really recommend you going to Pain Management and asking about these procedures because the relief I have gotten is Amazing.
The bad news. I lost my beloved Companion and Best Friend on Monday at 11AM. For those of you who know me personally and through the internest know my Pooh-Bear, pictured on the right of this Blog, was my everything. My beloeved husband bought him for me 2 months before he passed away and Pooh-Bear has been there through thick and thin. I noticed he was sleeping a lot but I thought it was just his age getting to him as he would of been 10 on the 24th of this month, but I still had to bring him to the groomers for his hair cut as his hair was getting long and when he came home I was petting him and I noticed 2 large lumps under his chin/neck. They were the size of eggs and he constantly wanted me to rub under there. I wasted no time and called the vet and on Thursday he went and got blood tests, besides the 2 lumps I felt he also has a lump on the back of each leg and they said he also had lumps inside, which of coarse I never felt, and I was told he had 106 fever and that they recommend a biopsy. On Saturday they called with the blood test and told me his kidneys were in great shape but his white cell count was extremely high and his liver was bad and it showed cancer. And to call on Monday for the cost breakdown for the biopsy.
Well all weekend I talked to Pooh-Bear and asked him why he just wouldn't close his eyes and go home to Daddy and Mama on his own. I cried all weekend and of coarse when I would cry he would wake up and lick the tears away.
On Monday I called the Vet and asked why they wanted to do the biospy and the vet that was there said so they can confirm it was Lymphoma. I told the vet at that time I wouldn't put my dog through it that I would just put him down as I would never make him suffer. Now remember I have cancer and I know all to well about sleeping all the time and I would never ever put my dog through chemo just to live a few extra months and in the meantime his kidneys would start to fail.
So Monday, 11AM Pooh-Bear crossed the bridge and went to go with his Daddy and his Mama and I am sure Mama is now making him his eggs. On Sunday a friend from Australia, Angie, sent me something that really made me think and I would like to share it with you all.
Here it is:
IF IT BE
If it be that I grow frail and weak
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then you must do what must be done
For this last battle can't be won.
You will be sad, I understand
Don't let grief then stay your hand,
For this day, more than the rest,
Your love and friendship stand the test.
We've had so many happy years,
What is to come will hold no fears.
You would not want me to suffer… so.
When the time comes, please let me go..
Take me where all my needs they'll tend,
But stay with me until the end.
And hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time that you will see
It is a kindness you do for me.
Although my tail is last waved,
From pain and suffering I’ve been saved.
Do not grieve that it is you,
Who must decide this thing to do.
We’ve been so close, we two, these years,
Don’t let your heart hold any tears.
I will say I did hold Pooh-Bear till the end as I wouldn't let anyone, not even my sister touch him or hold him till I knew he was no longer in pain.
I ask anyone who owns a dog, please do not make your dogs suffer. I know the decision is a hard one to make, but when a dog starts to loose self control, can't get up on their own, has lumps coming more often, or sleeps for long periods of time, think of your Dogs well being first before yours. 95% of dogs do not go to sleep and never wake up, so it is a decision a responsible owner needs to make.
So with this I end and all my friends you take care.
:)
TA
PS: For all of you who have sent me personal emails regarding my loss "I THANK YOU"
The bad news. I lost my beloved Companion and Best Friend on Monday at 11AM. For those of you who know me personally and through the internest know my Pooh-Bear, pictured on the right of this Blog, was my everything. My beloeved husband bought him for me 2 months before he passed away and Pooh-Bear has been there through thick and thin. I noticed he was sleeping a lot but I thought it was just his age getting to him as he would of been 10 on the 24th of this month, but I still had to bring him to the groomers for his hair cut as his hair was getting long and when he came home I was petting him and I noticed 2 large lumps under his chin/neck. They were the size of eggs and he constantly wanted me to rub under there. I wasted no time and called the vet and on Thursday he went and got blood tests, besides the 2 lumps I felt he also has a lump on the back of each leg and they said he also had lumps inside, which of coarse I never felt, and I was told he had 106 fever and that they recommend a biopsy. On Saturday they called with the blood test and told me his kidneys were in great shape but his white cell count was extremely high and his liver was bad and it showed cancer. And to call on Monday for the cost breakdown for the biopsy.
Well all weekend I talked to Pooh-Bear and asked him why he just wouldn't close his eyes and go home to Daddy and Mama on his own. I cried all weekend and of coarse when I would cry he would wake up and lick the tears away.
On Monday I called the Vet and asked why they wanted to do the biospy and the vet that was there said so they can confirm it was Lymphoma. I told the vet at that time I wouldn't put my dog through it that I would just put him down as I would never make him suffer. Now remember I have cancer and I know all to well about sleeping all the time and I would never ever put my dog through chemo just to live a few extra months and in the meantime his kidneys would start to fail.
So Monday, 11AM Pooh-Bear crossed the bridge and went to go with his Daddy and his Mama and I am sure Mama is now making him his eggs. On Sunday a friend from Australia, Angie, sent me something that really made me think and I would like to share it with you all.
Here it is:
IF IT BE
If it be that I grow frail and weak
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then you must do what must be done
For this last battle can't be won.
You will be sad, I understand
Don't let grief then stay your hand,
For this day, more than the rest,
Your love and friendship stand the test.
We've had so many happy years,
What is to come will hold no fears.
You would not want me to suffer… so.
When the time comes, please let me go..
Take me where all my needs they'll tend,
But stay with me until the end.
And hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time that you will see
It is a kindness you do for me.
Although my tail is last waved,
From pain and suffering I’ve been saved.
Do not grieve that it is you,
Who must decide this thing to do.
We’ve been so close, we two, these years,
Don’t let your heart hold any tears.
I will say I did hold Pooh-Bear till the end as I wouldn't let anyone, not even my sister touch him or hold him till I knew he was no longer in pain.
I ask anyone who owns a dog, please do not make your dogs suffer. I know the decision is a hard one to make, but when a dog starts to loose self control, can't get up on their own, has lumps coming more often, or sleeps for long periods of time, think of your Dogs well being first before yours. 95% of dogs do not go to sleep and never wake up, so it is a decision a responsible owner needs to make.
So with this I end and all my friends you take care.
:)
TA
PS: For all of you who have sent me personal emails regarding my loss "I THANK YOU"
Thursday, October 8, 2009
This Saturday ~ October 10th
Just an update to let you all know we still have a few seats (4) available for this Saturdays class at Scrapper's Cove which I will be hosting. Details below and a new picture of one of the items is attached. I can make unlimited kits if you can't make it to the class, you just need to call the store at 732-745-1000 to reserve your kits. Anyone who calls the store by tomorrow, October 9th no later than 2PM to reserve a kit, it will be ready for pick up on Satuday, anyone who calls for a kit after 2PM or Saturday or after the kits will be available for during the week pick up. If you want the kit mailed to you because you can not pick it up please let the gals at the store know so it can be prepared for the mail.
Saturday October 10th from 11:30 till 3:30 we will be making at Scrapper's Cove 12 Cards of Christmas. I will say on the 12 Cards of Christmas the cost is only $25.00 and yes that is all correct. These cards will be different than any other that we have already done as they will have ribbons, charms, Flower Soft and other items on them.
If anyone wants kits they will be available after the class but you must call the store to reserve a kit.
Samples are in the store and on the website at www.scrapperscove.com and one is here.
On the 12 Cards of Christmas there are only 2 samples on the website and in the store at this time there are 7. The one attached is not in the store and others are a surprise because they really are amazing I must say so myself.
Everything is pre-cut so there is no cutting to put these together. You will get full pictures and all the supplies to complete these cards, all you need to do is put them together by looking at the picture, add your greeting inside and they are then ready to be mailed.
Remember to bring glue, double sided tape for this class and scissors. No paper trimmer is needed.
Toniann aka "TA"
http://carbonescorner.blogspot.com/
stampingscrapping: ScorPal, Spellbinders, Core'dinations, Outlines, Zing
stampingscrapping: ScorPal, Spellbinders, Core'dinations, Outlines, Zing
Want to see an amazing card. The photos do no justice. I see me making this in the near future
Enjoy
TA
Want to see an amazing card. The photos do no justice. I see me making this in the near future
Enjoy
TA
Thursday, September 17, 2009
October Classes
October 1st ~ Thursday ~ Time: 1PM till 7PM ~ COTM (card of the month) with sketch ~ Cost $5.00 ~ Location: Scrapper's Cove, Milltown, NJ. Click here and it will bring you to their website and there are directions on how to get to the store there. I must also remind everyone that this class is to make 1 card, you are to take home the sketch and the remaining products and create the rest of your items at home. I must also remid everyone that you MUST bring your own supplies, using the stores supplies will be an additional fee.
October 10th ~ Saturday ~ 12 Cards of Christmas ~ Cost $25.00 ~ Join us as we make 12 Christmas Cards for the upcoming Holidays. We will be using the new Acrylic Hero Arts stamps on some of these cards. Everything will be prepared for you to complete all the cards and you will get the sketches and pictures to bring home to make more. For the 12 that we will be doing at the the class, the envelopes will be provided. Please be sure double sided tape, glue dots and liquid glue. ~ Limited Seating ~ To reserve a seat call 732-745-1000
October 10th ~ Saturday ~ 12 Cards of Christmas ~ Cost $25.00 ~ Join us as we make 12 Christmas Cards for the upcoming Holidays. We will be using the new Acrylic Hero Arts stamps on some of these cards. Everything will be prepared for you to complete all the cards and you will get the sketches and pictures to bring home to make more. For the 12 that we will be doing at the the class, the envelopes will be provided. Please be sure double sided tape, glue dots and liquid glue. ~ Limited Seating ~ To reserve a seat call 732-745-1000
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Update
Hi Everyone:
Yes I know I have been missing in action but I am here. Just want to update everyone.
Now tomorrow is COTM (Card of the Month) aka Sketch of the Month, at Scrapper's Cove from 1 to 7PM for only $5.00. Many of you have written to me because you have seen that Lucy will be doing the COTM. Don't get nervous, she is a wonderful friend who stepped in for me because I am having the 2nd procedure done on my back tomorrow and since I will be put under anestesia (? spelling) there is no way I would be able to come to the store. SO I would like you all to show Lucy your support for stepping in for me otherwise it would of had to been cancelled and I know how a lot of you love the COTM. I did the sketch and sample which are at the store and Lucy already has in her hands another sample which I made with the sketch to show you how you can really dress up the card. Now don't forget to bring your supplies because for this class if you use the stores supply there will be an extra charge. This is not a lot to ask, all you need is your paper trimmer and your doublesided tape.
Now for the other annoucement. The date is set, I don't have the price yet, but remember last year when we did the Holiday cards we sold out the first time and had to extend the class. Well it is going to be on Saturday, October 10th from 12:30 till 4:30. Seating is limited again so please reserve your seat early and this year we will be making 12 Cards. For those of you coming to the COTM tomorrow you can book your seat then. If you want to call the store to reserve your seat the phone number is 732-745-1000
And now on a more personal note I want to Congratulate Maureen Davino for becoming a Grandmother for the very first time. Can't wait to see pictures Maureen.
Enjoy
TA
Yes I know I have been missing in action but I am here. Just want to update everyone.
Now tomorrow is COTM (Card of the Month) aka Sketch of the Month, at Scrapper's Cove from 1 to 7PM for only $5.00. Many of you have written to me because you have seen that Lucy will be doing the COTM. Don't get nervous, she is a wonderful friend who stepped in for me because I am having the 2nd procedure done on my back tomorrow and since I will be put under anestesia (? spelling) there is no way I would be able to come to the store. SO I would like you all to show Lucy your support for stepping in for me otherwise it would of had to been cancelled and I know how a lot of you love the COTM. I did the sketch and sample which are at the store and Lucy already has in her hands another sample which I made with the sketch to show you how you can really dress up the card. Now don't forget to bring your supplies because for this class if you use the stores supply there will be an extra charge. This is not a lot to ask, all you need is your paper trimmer and your doublesided tape.
Now for the other annoucement. The date is set, I don't have the price yet, but remember last year when we did the Holiday cards we sold out the first time and had to extend the class. Well it is going to be on Saturday, October 10th from 12:30 till 4:30. Seating is limited again so please reserve your seat early and this year we will be making 12 Cards. For those of you coming to the COTM tomorrow you can book your seat then. If you want to call the store to reserve your seat the phone number is 732-745-1000
And now on a more personal note I want to Congratulate Maureen Davino for becoming a Grandmother for the very first time. Can't wait to see pictures Maureen.
Enjoy
TA
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Class Update for this Friday July 10th
July 10th ~ Friday ~ 2 to 4 or 7 to 9 ~ Portfolio and BulletinBoard/Key Holder ~
COST: $28.00 ~
These items match what we did in June. If you didn't join us in June's class you can still come and join us on these creations. The bulletin board is made of pressboard and is very strong. You will also be able to change the papers and ribbons later on if you want, so you will always have it. There is a place to hang 3 sets of keys on this Bulletin Board. The paper portfolio we will make with chipboard and you will be able to always refill it when you run out of paper. The memo pad is included. Everything is included in this class. For this class we will be using BoBunny Papers, Bazzil cardstock, brads, assorted ribbons, primas, chipboard, and stickles. Please make sure to bring to class you paper cutter, sharp scissors, and redline tape (is a must) as I used this on the bulletin board, a ruler.
To reserve a seat please go to this link www.scrapperscove.com
or call 732-745-1000
Thank You and Enjoy
:)
TA
Monday, June 15, 2009
Been awhile
Hi Everyone,
It's been awhile since I blogged. Been busy but was also sick for a week. I didn't even make it to COTM but Sue at Scrapper's Cove http://www.scrapperscove.com/ did a wonderful job and even created her own Card of the Month with the sketch and let me tell you for a person who is not a cardmaker she did a great job. So this only proves that if you are just starting out or you say your not a cardmaker you can do these Card of the Months.
Well now the reason why I am posting is I just read on Tim Holtz's blog about a Raffle that will be taking place in September. Now you all know that Cancer Research is a big part of my life because of me fighting this Stage 4 Colon Cancer. Well a bunch of artists got together to create a special piece of art and Scrapbook Royalty put them all together on this almost lifesize maniquin. You need to check it out. You can buy a raffle ticket for $5.00 or 6 for $20.00 and maybe you can be the one to win this piece of art. I did mine for 4 tickets. So go to http://www.scrapbookroyalty.com/tiesthatbind.html and check it out.
Oh and the reason why the drawing is in September is because all money raised is for Ovarian Cancer Research and in September that is the month for Ovarian Cancer Awareness.
Good Luck
Enjoy
:)
TA
It's been awhile since I blogged. Been busy but was also sick for a week. I didn't even make it to COTM but Sue at Scrapper's Cove http://www.scrapperscove.com/ did a wonderful job and even created her own Card of the Month with the sketch and let me tell you for a person who is not a cardmaker she did a great job. So this only proves that if you are just starting out or you say your not a cardmaker you can do these Card of the Months.
Well now the reason why I am posting is I just read on Tim Holtz's blog about a Raffle that will be taking place in September. Now you all know that Cancer Research is a big part of my life because of me fighting this Stage 4 Colon Cancer. Well a bunch of artists got together to create a special piece of art and Scrapbook Royalty put them all together on this almost lifesize maniquin. You need to check it out. You can buy a raffle ticket for $5.00 or 6 for $20.00 and maybe you can be the one to win this piece of art. I did mine for 4 tickets. So go to http://www.scrapbookroyalty.com/tiesthatbind.html and check it out.
Oh and the reason why the drawing is in September is because all money raised is for Ovarian Cancer Research and in September that is the month for Ovarian Cancer Awareness.
Good Luck
Enjoy
:)
TA
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Stamps, Paper, Scissors and Donkey Smiles: Celebrating 75,000 Hits with some Big Blog Candy!
Stamps, Paper, Scissors and Donkey Smiles: Celebrating 75,000 Hits with some Big Blog Candy!
Just click above and it will bring you directly to the Link. Just want to let you all know that this is also the blog where I send you all to so you can read about Donkey Days, Fantastic Art that Michelle does and of coarse Little Libby. Can forget her.
Enjoy
:)
TA
Just click above and it will bring you directly to the Link. Just want to let you all know that this is also the blog where I send you all to so you can read about Donkey Days, Fantastic Art that Michelle does and of coarse Little Libby. Can forget her.
Enjoy
:)
TA
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Best of the Blogosphere
Wow was I surprised to find out that my 2 classes that I just taught on Saturday at Scrappers Cove www.scrapperscove.com was chosen by Card of the Week as one of the Best of the Blogosphere Scrapbooking lists. I am listed on the Scrapbooking Mini-Books list with others, but I am so surprised that my art is noticed out there.
If you want to see which blogs are chosen for weekly Scrapbook Inspiration, Scrapbooking Mini-Books, Hybrid (or "Fusion") Scrapbooking Ideas:, Fun with Photoshop just go to this link http://www.cardoftheweek.com/ , every week there are new blogs listed.
Thank you Suzanne
:)
TA
If you want to see which blogs are chosen for weekly Scrapbook Inspiration, Scrapbooking Mini-Books, Hybrid (or "Fusion") Scrapbooking Ideas:, Fun with Photoshop just go to this link http://www.cardoftheweek.com/ , every week there are new blogs listed.
Thank you Suzanne
:)
TA
Share a Card Organization
HI Everyone
I don't know how many of you have read my prior post about this Organization or not, but it is a non profit organization that sends cards and small gifts to people who are teminally ill. I was chosen in May 2009 to be their Feature because of how I am fighting with my Stage 4 Colon Cancer.
Well a few weeks back I got a priority box full of wonderful cards and people sending me Wishes and Luck on my fight and there was even a Mother's Day card in there from a woman in Seattle Washington. Some people sign their names and some people don't.
Well last week I received another envelope full of cards that were just amazing. In this package was this card.
Now isn't this the cutest card you have ever seen? The woman who sent me this is Patty and she lives in Pennsylvania. She wrote that she read I have a blonde cocker spaniel and went out of her way to get this card just for me.
The ladies in this organization are all wonderful and do this from their heart. I know just from the 2 packages I got I smiled a lot and I keep looking back at the cards and re-reading them. SO with this I want to Yell a BIG THANK YOU to everyone at Share A Card Organition. If you would like to read about this organization or even send a few cards to some of the people on the list please visit their website at http://www.shareacard.org/ and know by sending a card or a gift will put a smile on someone's face.
Enjoy
:)
TA
I don't know how many of you have read my prior post about this Organization or not, but it is a non profit organization that sends cards and small gifts to people who are teminally ill. I was chosen in May 2009 to be their Feature because of how I am fighting with my Stage 4 Colon Cancer.
Well a few weeks back I got a priority box full of wonderful cards and people sending me Wishes and Luck on my fight and there was even a Mother's Day card in there from a woman in Seattle Washington. Some people sign their names and some people don't.
Well last week I received another envelope full of cards that were just amazing. In this package was this card.
Now isn't this the cutest card you have ever seen? The woman who sent me this is Patty and she lives in Pennsylvania. She wrote that she read I have a blonde cocker spaniel and went out of her way to get this card just for me.
The ladies in this organization are all wonderful and do this from their heart. I know just from the 2 packages I got I smiled a lot and I keep looking back at the cards and re-reading them. SO with this I want to Yell a BIG THANK YOU to everyone at Share A Card Organition. If you would like to read about this organization or even send a few cards to some of the people on the list please visit their website at http://www.shareacard.org/ and know by sending a card or a gift will put a smile on someone's face.
Enjoy
:)
TA
MOM _ Member Of the Month
Yesterday I was chosen as MOM for June which stands for Member of the Month and my friend Linda sent this graphic when she made her post 
. LOL you've gotta love my BFF from Boston because she thinks of everything. Now when you are a MOM for a month the other members have to send you a gift for the month and I laughed because here is what she wrote and it is so true.
. LOL you've gotta love my BFF from Boston because she thinks of everything. Now when you are a MOM for a month the other members have to send you a gift for the month and I laughed because here is what she wrote and it is so true."Hi gals,Well, congrats to TA for being our next MOM. For a gal who has everything, it will be a challenge to find something TA doesn't already have 5 of already. Oh, I forget.....we're talking about TA. She probably can't find 5 of anything in her house LOL!!!!!"
It is so true because how can anyone go from a 6 room house with a full basement, garage and storage, then take everything and put in storage because I couldn't move it all to my parents and then take everything from storage and my parents and move it into a 2 and half room apartment.
But no matter what I still keep creating and that is all that matters. Right??
Gotta Love My BFF
Enjoy
:)
TA
TA
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