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Friday 3 April 2009

Thank You!!

What can I say but a HUGE thank you to all who let comments on my last post. I was overwhelmed when I saw all the responses to my requests for an opinion... I actually felt a lump come to my throat. Thank you all for being so brilliant and sensible...unlike me!!

I appreciate all the sensible opinions and words of advice and your right, I should do what I feel is right on my own blog.  I need to give myself a reality check and say "Who Cares!". My initial reaction was shock that people would take the time to be so rude......my mistake was to react. Your right..if they don't like the way I do things it's just tough. So I am staying as I am...one blog, this one!! I feel a little silly for being such a baby now!!

Now I have said that...I'll move on.

Lilly is doing well this week and is back to her normal rushing around self. When she was ill she was such a sad little soul that grandma just had to try something to make her smile. So, knowing Lilly's passion for dressing up I got her a hat, one with a ribbon down the back and a fancy brim.....her mother looked a little doubtful when I pulled it out of the bag and proudly perched it on my head. Lilly often proudly struts her stuff in a variety items to achieve her own unique fashion style. Fashion Lilly style is a stunning ensemble.....her Father's high visibility vest combined with a contrasting set of  Mummy's beads, granddad's winter scarf and..... for that "Tres Chic" touch.....a pair of Uncle Chris's size 13 shoes. The effect is eye catching to say the least!!

The thing with Lilly is she only likes to dress up with other people's stuff...it's no good with something she already owns!!

 You can understand that to get her interest I had to make her think the hat mine...a hat she would just long to wear. So...I gazed in the mirror and posed and preened, exclaiming how much I loved my new bonnet!! A strutted and twisted and walked up and down an imaginary catwalk. Mind you, for a while she stayed silent and watchful...most probably thinking why did she get such a weird grandma when they gave them out!!

But....then came the suggestion of a smile, that grew...next the hand came out in the hat's direction....and then a loud "Tah". She wanted it!! They say everything has it's drawback..and it does, even little hats (that is apart from the fact I had spent 30 minutes acting like a lunatic with a tiny hat perched on my far from tidy hair). Bath time was just a teeny, tiny bit difficult with a one year old in a straw hat!!! Ducks and a straw hat...yep, now I know she's one of mine!!! A true blue eccentric!! Lol!

Have a look, here she is after she first claimed the hat...and yes, it does look terrific with a high visibility vest...or ducks. I know because the next day I bought her the smallest visibility vest Ikea had.  She now has her very own....but we don't tell her that! Oh gosh no, she thinks it's Charlie's vest she wears. It's a bit large still but it's a lot smaller than her dads!!

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I've got "grandma's" new hat....and half a smile.

As it's Friday there is a gift, one I hope will prove useful...it has for me. It's a set of brushes(.abr) and custom shapes (.csh), plus 5 png files for making labels or adapting to make other things....it's your imagination!! Hopefully having them in several formats will make them useful to more of you. Commercial Use is Ok for these too...so enjoy them and make some great goodies for your pages!!

 

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You can download them here

Have a wonderful weekend and thank you once again for being the "wind beneath my wings".

55 comments:

Stella said...

GORGEOUS, JUNE ~
And I agree totally with the majority of your followers:
TOUGH LUCK if you don't like June's Beautiful Blog!!
YOU GO, GIRL and do what YOU want!

Two Thumbs up for your decision!
:)
LOVE YOU and big hugs!
Stella

Lesleylynn said...

June
I always enjoy your blog and any freebie is like a chocolate after a good meal! It's your blog so go with the flow. The brushes are great by the way!
Lesley

txbubbles said...

Way to go! I loved the Lilly pics, (my granddaughter is a Lilly, too!).
Thanks so much for the awesome brushes, I'm sure they will be very useful!
Have a super weekend,
Vicki in Texas

Judy said...

Another beautiful photo of Lilly and glad you have decided not to change your blog.

Elaine said...

I am so glad your blog is going to stay as it is!! I love your blog, love hearing about Lily & Charlie & everything. You also brighten my day, each day I visit. Vicki in Texas is right, just give the rude people a boot, you know where. I also love Vicki's blog, she is so refreshing, just like you.Hugs Elaine
Oh yes Liliy in her hat, is so adorable & thank you for the brushes.

tascha said...

Lily is soo cute.. :) love the hat... both my older girls love hats...

Nexa (Jessica) said...

Thanks bunches June..love the brushes/shapes! Yeah, that's right, I'm still alive.. just a little bit more seldom.
I have had a not so fun time, but it's almost "back to normal" now again. We're about to move again, so it's lots to do around here.
I will however try to find some time to scrap and design freebies for a while now and then ;o) I've missed it, and you, and all the lovely people connected to the digiscrapping!
HUGS
Jessica
Ps.. I love your blog, just as it is! Ds

Unknown said...

thanks sweetie I LOVE your goodies and your stories and Im so happy you feel better about the situation....I can however relate to reacting the way you did as Im quick to react like that too when I get attacked...eek....btw...That Lilly sure knows how to wear a hat*LOL*Precious Little Sweetie..
xoxoxo

Struggling Parents said...

Adorable picture...hope you have a wonderful weekend :) *smiles*

terilew said...

Granddaughters are the best!

ccynden said...

Happy to hear you will be alright and are not afraid of the bogey man. Thanks for everything and just know we are here for you.

Love, hugs and kisses!!

Kay R. said...

Your Lily is simply adorable! I'm just now hearing about the negative comment about your blog. Some people aren't happy unless they're making someone else unhappy. Just keep doing what you've always done with your blog. It's just right the way it is!!

Susie2shoes said...

I'm so glad you have made the decision to keep your blog the way it is, I for one, love it.

Great blog post today June it made me smile. Lilly is a little darling & totally scrumptious. Gosh how I love kids. I can't wait to be a grandma. I'll be in my 60's before Lonnie or Jamie have children and that being optimistic. :(

Have a great weekend
Hugs

Yvette said...

That is one cute granddaughter. She looks so adorable in the hat. Thank you for the wonderful labels.

Carole N. said...

Boy, some people just amaze me....the very nerve of them to tell you how to run your blog. If they don't like the way you do things then they can leave..the rest of us will stay and laugh at your stories and even learn from them.

I can't tell you how many times I found myself LOL over something you wrote. I have often thought you should write a book because you have a gift for telling stories.

I am so sorry you had to be upset, but hopefully you have felt the love of those of us that appreciate all that you share with us.

Thanks for the CU freebie and Lilly looks adorable in her hat. Such a SWEETIE!

Love and hugs!

catlady aka catslave said...

So happy to hear that you came out on top. I admire everyone who is able to ignore/handle all the rudeness. It was easy for me to tell you to do whatever you want on your blog, but this rudeness is one reason I don't have a blog. I'm a wimp. lol
Loved your story today!

Ann said...

So glad to hear you are keeping your blog as is. I really enjoy stopping in. Lilly is adorable in her, I mean your (lol) hat. And thank you for sharing the brushes, those are great.

Unknown said...

LOL....Oh my....that little angel has just won the prize for total innocence & cuteness.

This photo is a definite keeper!

Have a very nice day!

Amberpony Creates said...

Love that Hat Smile! Good for you for taking the time to be silly and make her smile. LOL
Remember this is your Blog and no one elses!

Joan said...

Another wonderful Lilly story and photo. Thanks for sharing your life with us. Glad you're keeping your blog as one!!!! And, of course, thanks for the goodies.

Polly said...

Hi June
That sweet little Lilly is just too cute! I want to reach in and hug her. I aleays miss my great grand daughters when I see Lilly, because she actually looks a lot like Anna does now. Please don't change your blog. It is wonderful exactly as it is....you have so many that come because they feel at home here, not because of the freebies. That is an added bonus. I am sure I am not alone when I say it is such a hearfelt blog and I love what you write, sharing some of your happy and funny times with us. They are probably upset that they don't have a Charlie and a Lilly of their own to write about. Family memories are what scrapbooking is all about. I wish we had more who took the time to devote more of their blog space to those precious memories you have shared with us. XXOO (Oh, I almost forgot, but I wrote something about you in a post afew days ago and put a link to your blog)

Michele said...

Cute hat! Now to have a pic of YOU wearing it too! lol :-)

Thanks for the freebie! Just figured out how to use them earlier today before I saw this post! YAY!

Erin said...

What a cutie that Lilly... I can just imagine bath time! You are great!

Kessa said...

Thanks June for you gift today. So pleased you aren't going to let those nasties worry you any more. What a beautiful photo of Lilly - it's wonderful to hear that she is on the mend.

Hugs, Keryn

Kessa said...

Hi June,

Just letting you know that there is an award for you on my blog.

Hugs, Keryn

Janeal said...

June,

Thanks for all you do. I am surprised that you would have people be rude to you when you are giving away such beautiful creations. You are doing what you feel is right. Awesome. I love your blog and your creations. Keep up your great work. I don't blog hop enough but when I do I often find my way over here. Again, thanks for everything and I am so glad you are happy with your decision.

Elisabeth said...

Thank you very much.

suruha said...

Don't feel like a baby! My goodness! It would upset any one of us, to an extent, I'm sure. It would me. However, having said that, I'm happy you aren't going to change a thing. As for all of us devoted fans, we should not have to accept changes because a few dolts. You know we would though. I'm glad you shared it with us. That makes us feel important. LOL I want a hat like that! Wah! LOL

BK said...

She is a beautiful darling!

makeyesup said...

Glad you got away from thinking that people with small minds matter. How could you ever care when you look at the sweet loveable face of Lilly. The photo in the hat is priceless. Thanks for sharing her and the gifts.

Van said...

Lovely photo! Thank you for sharing these great labels!

Sharon aka Scrapcat4914 said...

Morning June!!!!!!!!!!!
Lily is ADORABLE in her new straw hat!!!!!!!!!!
You'll have to check my blog for the lastest LOs of Kayla!!!!!!!
She's growing so fast!!!!!!!!!! LOL
HUGE HUGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mélisandre said...

Thank you! :) Your freebie has been advertised on "Le jardin de Mélisandre : Le paradis des freebies en CU".

Duni said...

Lilly is such an adorable little girl. What a cute photo!

Ebie said...

She's so cute. Hugs!

Diane B said...

Thank you June for the great frames
I love your blog its awesome what you do...

Designed by K said...

Happy weekend Ms. June :)
So sorry for your recent upsets (I backed up a few posts to bring myself up to date), I always enjoy hearing about Lily's adventures with grandma..she is just adorable! Funny how the little ones don't want something unless it belongs to someone else ROFL! My 2 smallest (3 and 5 at the end of this month) are the exact same way..if it's someone else's stuff it just seems better that way lol! Thank you for the ray of sunshine you breathe into this blog, there are days when you bring a smile to this tired sahm designer's face that is so needed! xoxo K

Hayley/Shu Fen said...

first time visiting! :D the labels are nice! XD

Anonymous said...

Thank you so much for the brushes and custom shapes gift - I can see that being very useful! So glad to see your blog is to stay the way it is. :o)
Barbara = UK

karen(karooch from scraps of mind) said...

Oh my goodness June. I have just read your previous post and I am appalled!
What kind of mannerless morons would write emails like that?
Never forget that you are giving something for free. How often you choose to do it is entirely up to you and people should be grateful that you choose to give them something for free anyway. Unfortunately many people believe that if something is free then it is valueless.
As for saying in those disgustingly rude terms that they are not interested in reading about your life, well would anyone want people like that visiting their blog anyway. They're just 'gimmee' people and would probably pinch the coins from the collection plate on Sunday. I should think you're well rid of them.
It's your blog, your time and your creativity... you do it YOUR way girl.

Mary said...

oh, goodie a freebie & a pic of your adorable grandbaby
thanks for both

Pamz said...

I have to admit, your wonderful freebies drew me to your blog, but your blogging kept me coming back. I enjoy reading about everyone else's lives. Makes me feel more "normal." The gifts you give, to me, come from your heart but your blog is your heart. If they don't like your blog, its their loss! Love to you girl! And thanks so much for sharing bits of you with all of us.

Unknown said...

I love your blog - with or without freebies. You tell great stories, and it's fun to follow you in your life. Please keep it up!

Swapna said...

dear June...no thanks needed.. u r the very best and Lilly is adoooorable !!! Cheers..

Esther said...

Isn't Lily sweet :)
Glad the recipe is useful to you, there is a great yahoo gluten free recipe group, very helpful and supportive. If it would be useful give me a shout and I'll send you the link.

Anonymous said...

Lilly's stories make me smile. I cannot wait til the day I am a GMA. The love for my grandchildren will bee so strong and they ll fell it like I'm sure Lilly does.
The Brushes are Fab. TY :)

Janarae said...

I just read your post about your rude emails. Don't change a thing!!!! I love reading about your life. If others don't want to read they need not stop by. As for myself it makes my day. I am not able to stop by very often because of time, but when I do I can't leave without a smile :) Don't change a thing. You are awesome! Love the pic of Lilly :)

Jude said...

Lily looks adorable in the straw hat and they are so funny and amazing at that age. I'm so glad you decided to ignore all those rude e-mails I enjoy reading your blog.

CathyK Designs said...

Thanks so much for the wonderful label set. The photo of Lilly in her straw hat is too precious!

Anonymous said...

Wonderful! Thank you!

Anonymous said...

thanks so much

Anonymous said...

Thanks June for the brushes!!! Also, thanks for being here! I like your blog just "as is". Anyone that doesn't agree can go elsewhere! Hugs and have a wonderful day!

Sella said...

I love your blog.Thanks for the freebie.

BeeBopp23 said...

Hi! I just wanted to thank you for the free brushes!! They're great!

Bambi said...

Thank you! CU Freebies Only Forum Sent Me! Thanks For Sharing your Time and Talent with us!

Your granddaughter is a cutie. And, ditto, to the do what you want comments. What's the sense of having a site, or blog, if you can't use it the way you want?