What better day to begin a blog than my Birthday! Technically, it was two days ago, but I believe in long celebrations. Don’t you?

And so my blog begins, 68 years after precious Mama Heil gave birth to me.

My hope is to inspire and encourage healthy and creative lives for you, AND for me.

I want your comments. I need your participation. We can do this thing together!


Occasions 2018 Stampin’ Up! Bottles Bubble Over
When I saw the Bubble Over Bundle at OnStage, my mind went beyond the bright colors to my mother's bottle collection. My parents were collectors, and they loved to rummage around antique stores. My mother couldn't resist things that "went together" to make artistic...

Want To See What’s In My Occasions 2018 Stampin’ Up! Box?
The doorbell rings, Simba barks, I open the door, and there it is! I placed my order for the Premier Products the first evening of OnStage, but I was still shocked to have it arrive so soon. I can't wait to open it! PART 1 I remove the bubble wrap, and...

SLC OnStage New Occasions Catalog 2018
It is amazing how things can fall into place when you are open and receptive to change and new ideas. I was flying home on Southwest Airlines, after spending four fabulous days in Salt Lake City. I was at a Stampin' Up Convention for the unveiling of the new Occasions...