I have just completed my layout for Once Upon A Sketch for April and the challenge is to create a layout about the best day of your life.. well as with everyone, there are so many 'best days' that I can think of but one of many days that really stand out for me and one day that I have wanted to scrap for a long time came to my mind...
We are to use this sketch for inspiration..
I rotated the sketch once clock wise..
Well the day I am scrapping is one I will never forget...Please excuse the extremely poor quality of the photo I have used.. My husband took this photo as I was walking down the tunnel to board a plane to bring my baby girl home so my DD and I are really dark in the original photo and I have tried to lighten it as much as I could to see our faces and yet still see the plane in the back ground.. It is the only photo I have (pre digital days..) so it is very precious to me even in this poor quality..
It was almost 9 years to the day from when we applied to finally taking custody of our daughter.. and the day we flew home was such a huge day..surreal in part, very emotional and one of the best days of my life!
In my arms..(at last)
This layout was good therapy, as I was creating it I was remembering this special day after being overseas for 5 days I was so looking forward to getting home with my baby girl and getting her settled into her new life..It was only through the strength of God and knowing His promises that I waited for 9 years.. but it has been more then worth it with this beautiful girl as my daughter..
Thanks for coming by, and as always thank you for sharing your thoughts on my layouts..
Lizzy this is the most beautiful page, not only because of the way you created it but also the shared story and the precious photo. A wonderful memory and keepsake to treasure.
ReplyDeleteSHeesh...you almost had me in tears -that's such a LONG time to wait & boy! She's been worth every second, hasn't she?? Love all your beautiful flowers & fussy cutting. Such patience you have all round!!!! I'm looking after Lucas for the 1st time all day tomorrow. Looking forward to it v much!!!!
ReplyDeleteI was so touched by your story, Lizzy!!!! Your photo is just perfect! We had an adopted daughter from China, so I know how you felt the moment she was placed in your arms!!!!!! Your layout is touching and beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing your story with us!
ReplyDeleteOh wow, this has sent shivers all over. So so beautiful and I really hope to see this in the Winners List. The photo looks great and yes, it is certainly one to cherish. Love the fussy cutting and the journal spot is perfect. What an emotional page.
ReplyDeleteWhat a precious photo.....thankyou for sharing your story! Beautiful layout, I love the colours in this paper collection, the flowers are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing story! I cannot imagine what you must have gone through for all that time- and then to finally have that little girl in your arms- such a special reunion! You've done that moment justice with your gorgeous creation- the way you layered and detailed those die cuts is just pure perfection~!!
ReplyDeleteStunning work, Lizzy :)
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Oh, Lizzy! This is so beautiful in every way! Your story hits home with me, too. We went to Peru 23 years ago to adopt our son and stayed there for six weeks (paperwork). I know the incredible feeling to be finally able to take him home.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and sweet page a great keepsake..love it!
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Wowee! This collection is one of my favourites and you used it to perfection. I really love how you cut out and arranged the different flowers and did the journaling. Thank you so much for playing along at OUAS!
ReplyDeleteomg this is amazing, and i cant begin to imagine how you felt that day........ a gorgeous layout for a very memorable time
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Lizzy - your journaling brought tears to my eyes. What an amazing day for you. Your little girl is beautiful.
ReplyDeletethis is a beautiful LO and the photo is so precious!! I know this feeling exactly. I've experienced it twice and its such an emotional moment!! She is a true blessing to your family!!
ReplyDeleteOH my goodness, what a sweet and perfectly scrapped memory...I cannot imagine what that process is like, just crazy, I bet. You have displayed this photo to perfection with the gorgeous layering of the die cuts...wonderful!!! I love that Kaisercraft collection, a fave of mine.
ReplyDeleteThis is just so special. Such a precious photo and a beautiful page.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful Story Lizzy, and a page to treasure for sure.
ReplyDeleteIt's truly lovely, I love the glitz you added to the flowers.
Divine fussy cutting
ReplyDeletewow, you must love to cut because this is amazing, so much love has gone into this layout, so pretty and that photo, just precious!!
ReplyDeleteOh Lizzy, that is just so so precious!!! Beautiful photo and memory regardless of the quality of the photo.....you have scrapped it beautifully :) Hugs xo
ReplyDeleteWOW, this is really beautiful - so glad you got the chance to create with this amazing picture - what a touching story :)
ReplyDeleteLizzy, this is absolutely gorgeous, those florals are amazing! Really sweet and touching page! Thanks for playing along again at OUAS!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful layout and a beautiful story Lizzy
ReplyDeleteJust one word Lizzy, BEAUTIFUL. Hugz Di xo
ReplyDeleteWho says rhis photo isn't perfect? - it's perfect for telling YOUR story :-)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful layout with lovely handcutting and use of stickers and cut outs
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Thank you for joining us at OUAS in April!
Oooh Lizzy! this couldn't be more perfect! as so many of the previous ladies have said, your story is one of true love and touches each and one of us reading it. Just LOVE the KaiserCraft and your wonderful fussy cutting. Thank you so much for sharing this precious page and memory with us at OUAS!
ReplyDeleteWonderful layout and thank you for sharing such an amazing story!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading about this special time for you and your family .... it is obvious through your scrapping (that I see) you have an amazing bond with your daughter, she is a lucky girl to have you as her Mum.... an amazing LO, the layering is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteOh Lizzy, this is a beautiful memory, thank you so much for sharing it with us, and yes I can definitely see how this is your most precious day. Absolutely stunning page, love this :)
ReplyDeleteOh Lizzy, this is so very precious and utterly beautiful. That special photo and your journaling brought tears to my eyes,...tears of happiness for you!! Our children are such special gifts in our lives! TFS!!
ReplyDeleteWow what a truly amazing story and such a beautiful memory for your daughter to cherish always. I love that you have scrapped this Lizzy, your daughter will be thrilled with this one day if not already!! Gorgeous work x
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