Oh you guys… I couldn't resist the anniversary opportunity to peek back and look through pictures of my family ten years ago. Aren't we cute?? We all have changed a bit since then. Dan's taller than any of us. Hubby lost twenty pounds and wifey found them. Both kids have turned brunette. The little barefooted baby started high school last week. And Mike's hair is now more silver than not. Time sure flies!
This picture was taken right before Mike and I left the kids with my family in Wyoming and drove to Salt Lake City for the Stampin' Up 20th anniversary convention. I got to walk the stage that week for the very first time!
Here's another fun photo I found in the 2008 folder… the very first Song of My Heart Stampers demonstrator team meeting! I was so happy to have seven ladies come. Since then I have held approximately 100 monthly meetings (10 year times 10 months out of the year). Crazy to think about! Needless to say, we didn't fit in our living room for long!
L-R (back): Lyssa, Jane B, Karri A, Wanda D and Laura G; (front) Kelly B, Cathy B and Tracy Z.
A different kind of family, but family just the same even though most of them are not demonstrators anymore. I'm so glad for Facebook to help keep us all in touch even as people come and go from our physical circles. I wouldn't want to lose any of these precious friends!
Well, it's fun looking back, but it's even more fun looking forward, don't you think? How about forward to next year? I have a FREE Stampin' Up planner and accessories to give away to someone who enjoys (or wants to get into) the planner trend. Is it you?
Leave a comment below and tell us something you're looking forward to in the NEXT ten years, as the Lord allows!
Here's the deal:
- Prize is a brand new Love Today Planner Kit with customizable binder, photo pages, stickers and sticky notes.
- Must be 18 years of age and a resident of the U.S. to enter
- Shipping is included with your prize!
- Winner will be posted in the next official anniversary post this month
- Please leave full name with the comment to avoid confusion when announcing winners–thanks!
Our anniversary winners list so far is
- Post One–Gale Beth Rice, $10 for a Stamparatus
- Post Two–Sharon Ann Salmonowicz, $10 for 10 packs of paper
- Post Three–everyone wins! Free Class Download
Whether you've been following Song of My Heart for years, or you're just joining us, thanks for visiting today (and indulging my wandering reminiscences.) I'm excited for the next ten years and I hope you are, too. Bring it!
I have been trying very hard to get organized again. Was organized before children and now that they are gone, things all over the place. Trying to keep up with different appts. and not missing them is the key. Love your site!!! Annie Morris
I look forward to seeing my grandchildren graduate from high school. The older ones will both graduate from college (hopefully). And I want to be able to continue counting my blessings. Carol B
I look forward to JOY and simple daily living. Being a cancer survivor, every day is a gift and a treasure. I also look forward to watching my grandchildren grow….which, indeed, they are and very quickly!!!!
I enjoyed seeing your pictures Lyssa. At age 72 I hoping my next time years will fine me in good health!!! I also will look forward to seeing how the paper craft in SU will change. Just when you think there can’t be that much more to learn & then they just keep finding new things to open our eyes more!
P Renee Hughes
I enjoy cardmaking so much and love your ideas that inspire all of us. I have been watching videos on making planners but haven’t taken the steps to actively start one. Maybe within the next 10 years??? lol
Living and loving life and being grateful for all I have..
Thinking forward, I would most like to see my two sons married and start a family. I also look forward to watching my 8 grandchildren become adults and continue to develop their talents.
Personally, I would like to finish more projects than I start and do some traveling.
I am looking forward to having my children and grandchildren nearby in the next 10 years (hopefully sooner). At the moment, they are across the country, but want to come ‘home’. I love the idea of our planners, but have not gotten one yet. Thank you for taking us with you as you walk down memory lane. It’s been fun!!
Looking forward to my son finishing his last year of college. I would like to take some of the time he’s away to get organized. My husband would like to retire within the next few years. I am grateful for every day. Look forward to what Stampin Up will create in the next ten years. I really enjoy your blog and great ideas. Thanks
Oh, my goodness, Lyssa!! I just saw my name as winner of 10 packs of paper for $10 and couldn’t be more excited!! Thank you SO much!! How do I go about sending the $10, please?
Making a “few” more cards before the Lord returns.
In the next 10 years, I look forward to my children getting married and hopefully being blessed with grandchildren. I also look forward to seeing how the scrapbooking\card making industry grows.
Looking forward to my kids growing up, having families and successful careers and a lifetime of happiness and blessings for each!
In the next year we will become empty nesters. I am looking forward to spending time with my family and making memories. Every day that we have together is a blessing. I hope to grow closer to them and help them, as they learn and grow.