December Daily : Day Eight
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Anticipation.
So much I am anticipating right now. Christmas morning and all the excitement that Simon is already expressing. The addition of this new little person to our family in less than two months. How things will change and how they will stay the same.
[ Making Memories Flocked Vellum Snowflake Paper, Fancy Pants Brown Trim, Fancy Pants Tis The Season Felt Heart, Tim Holtz Trinket Pin, Sharpie Poster Paint Pen ]
I thought we would be doing the Santa letter last night but other things got in the way (homework and play with Dad who had been away for a couple days). Big plans for tonight. Instead I decided to document a bit about how I am feeling right now (journaling above).
Here's my steps for today's page:
Print/develop photo to 4 inches x 6 inches. Cut Making Memories flocked vellum snowflake paper to 6 inches x 9 inches (the size of my book). I love this snowflake paper - it makes a great crinkle noise.
Adhere photo to top of snowflake paper and add brown trim. Hand-write "anticipation" with Sharpie Poster Paint pen directly on top of photo.
Attach felt red heart (from a Fancy Pants Tis The Season holiday felt pack) and trinket pin from Tim Holtz with a glue dot. I removed two of the brown trim drops before adhering the heart to give it a bit more room.
Type, print, and adhere journaling strips below photo.
This little snowflake (from Meri Meri Accents - I have had this one in my stash for quite awhile) was added behind the number 8 circle on the back of the transparency that opens this day.
Here's a look at the page with the Art Warehouse Mistletoe Transparency on top:
And open:
And the before:
[ Art Warehouse Mistletoe Transparency; #8: Every Jot + Title Red Circle Numbers ]
And a couple things to keep in mind as you work on this project:
1. There is no "behind" in this process. Sometimes things get in the
way and that's just how it is in life. Don't be discouraged and don't
give up completely. There are still great stories to be told during
this time of year even if you don't get to put something together
everyday.
2. This process is about sharing and encouraging and telling our own personal stories. It's not a competition. If you find yourself comparing your album to others in the gallery, take a deep breath and remember why you are doing this.
Celebrate the season.Read more about the concept of a December Daily Album and links to all related posts here. See many more examples from participants in the Flickr December Daily Group.
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Thanks Ali for reminding us that this album IS about documenting how you ENJOY the season and not focus (stress) on getting the layout perfect or done on time.It's so easy to get carried away {lol}.
I love how you document your feelings on this day and how the page came together. Looking forward to your next page. :-)
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Simply FABulous. :D
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Ohhhhh! Your tummy shot made me feel all warm and fuzzy! Precious.
=) Diane
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first off, you look FANTASTIC!
Secondly, a question: With flocked vellum, what kind of adhesive did you use for the photo? I was wondering if the flocking interfered with what I would usually use (Kokuyo perm dotto)...did you use glue dots?
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When I read your post I felt you were talking specifically to me. I guess we are all too busy for our lives. When I was young I stayed home with my kids. We cooked and created and hiked the mountain everyday. I was a wonderful life. My wish for you is that you can enjoy your beautiful children everyday. You are very beautiful and I very much appreciate your beautiful picture. Thank you with all my heart for sharing.
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bump-a-licious!!!!!!! you look sooooooo cute!!!!!! thanks for the daily inspiration :)
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great photo of your baby belly in front of the tree!
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Kris - I just used the dot-n-roller :). Seemed to work just fine.
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Such a precious photograph! God bless your sweet heart, and the little one you're carrying!
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Ali-
What a beautiful pic! :) I just love it and the feeling it captures! :) I love day 8! :) I became a mom (again, after 8years of trying, my oldest was 8 when my daughter was born)again in 2007 and I remember the feelings I had when it was Christmas time and "anticipation" was definitely one of them! :) I may have to do one of these books for the past 2 years! :) Thanks so much for sharing this with us. :)
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Look forward to seeing what you do with your album each day.
I was relieved when I read your last two comments, I found myself a bit stressed about not keeping up with mine. I had printer issues from day one and from there I started struggling with the whole process. I finally set everything aside. I have kept up with my photos and journaling and look forward to getting back to it soon.
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I saw that picture and just "Oh, Ali how beautiful." Of course there is lots of anticipation in your house. Merry Christmas to you all.
Lori
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Ali, your book is so precious. And the photo for yesterday is fantastic. Whomever said "A picture is worth 1000 words" was right...
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Completely inspired by you today Ali! Our first wave of Christmas cards came in and all I could think was how I could use those in my book. :)
Happy Holidays to that adorable growing family of yours!
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What a beautiful page for so many different reasons. Thank you for the inspiration.
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Thanks for the encouragement! I haven't worked on my album since Friday and was starting to wonder if I was going to touch it again! I have continued to take pictures and have jotted down some notes. I'm really proud of what I've done so far and I know I will complete this project! Thanks for sharing your album as you go!
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Beautiful!
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Good Golly Ali,
How in the world do you have the time to create such wonderful things? You seem to have found the perfect balance between work and family, and I'm in awe! I love the pic of your "baby bump" in front of the Christmas tree...too precious!
Keep up the good work and have a happy holiday season full of blessings and family!
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your album is lovely and i just have to tell you that i have an almost identical photo of me on new year's day this year, pregnant in front of my christmas tree...that was how i started my 365 photo a day project...looking ahead to all the exciting changes that were coming! i've noticed that we've had other similar shots/ideas and it's always fun to see what you've done! enjoy...
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YOUR BELLY IS ADORABLE!
Do you have a doula yet? I can fly out. Really. I can.
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