June - SUMMER (or anything goes)

• Summer Boys PNG Clipart Set 
• Pattern Paper - The Stamps Of Life (Sea)
• Ink - Poppy Parade
• Sentiment - Call Me On My Shell, The Stamps of Life (sehlls2stamp)
• Die Cuts - Deckled Rectangle, Sea Shells (The Stamps of Life)

Sometimes the sweetest reminders come wrapped in a little humor.

This adorable little diver paired with the playful sentiment “Call Me on My Shell” brings such a lighthearted smile. It feels like a cheerful reminder that staying connected matters, even in life’s busiest seasons.

It can be easy to drift through our days and lose touch with the people who bring joy and encouragement to our lives. Yet even the simplest message, call, or thoughtful check-in can brighten someone’s heart more than we realize.

This fun little underwater scene reminds us that reaching out is a beautiful way to reflect God’s love. A simple connection can bring comfort, laughter, and the reminder that no one is meant to navigate life alone.

Scripture
“Therefore encourage one another and build one another up.” ~ 1 Thessalonians 5:11 (ESV)

Pause with me for a quiet prayer.

    Father God, thank You for the gift of friendship and connection. Help the person reading this reach out with kindness and encouragement today. Use their words to bring joy, comfort, and a reminder of Your love to someone who needs it. ~Amen

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Janis

My YouTube Channel: Janis Lewis, Pause Dream Enjoy

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• Unlimited Entries (must be a new creation)
• Monthly Challenges - a Theme will be provided (or anything goes)

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May Challenge - Anything Goes

Always Anything Goes!

This one walked in like it had absolutely nothing to prove… and somehow proved everything anyway. 

Leaning back, feet up, sunglasses on—this little guy is living his best life without a single ounce of effort. It’s not loud confidence… it’s that quiet, “I know I’m awesome” kind of energy.

• • Beach Animals Clipart PNG
  • Kraft Card Base
  • Stampin' Up: Cardstock, Pattern Papers, Ink
  • Foam tape to lift image on front
  • Die-Cuts: 
  • Spellbinders Wonky Rectangles (front of card)
  • Stitched Postage Stamp Dies (inside of card)
  • Stamped Sentiment: Close To My Heart "Beyond Awesome Occasions"

  I love how the tropical layers frame him without stealing the show—it’s like the background is cheering him on while he just casually owns the moment.

  And then you open it up—“Ridiculously AWESOME!”—which feels less like a statement and more like a fact at this point.

  This card doesn’t try hard… it just is.

  Moral of the story: Confidence looks a lot like being completely yourself.

  Now I’m curious… Are you more of a “loud and proud” awesome… or a “quietly owning it” kind of awesome?

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  *Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. If you want to check out their affiliate program, click here for details: Creative Fabrica! 

  I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

Janis

Link to My YouTube Channel: Janis Lewis, Pause Dream Enjoy

Link to My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

Link to My Crafting blog: Crafting Happiness Challenges

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