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 Well, I was just going through some convention pics that my friend and downline sent me and I had to post this picture because it just made me laugh.  Not sure why we have the crazy faces, but I know we were having a good time.  LOL!  I miss convention already.  Can we just go back????  oh, and I have to just say, Robyn and I met over 3 years ago in Rhode Island.  She was a great customer and then recently became a demo this past October.  So THREE years I had not seen her!!!  I love how Stampin’ Up! keeps friends together.  Isn’t that cool??? 

Well, I am still highlighting some of my time at convention.  I could probably write a novel on the entire trip.  I wanted to share a group photo of my downline.  These are some very special ladies.  Sure do love them.  ;)  There are a few missing in this photo, but I will share their mug shots soon.  LOL!! 

We did miss one special lady during convention.  My dear friend and downline Leila was unable to make convention at the last minute because her Mother in Law passed away.  We sure did miss her and thought of her often.  I know her Mother in Law is not suffering anymore and she is in a much better place.  Please keep Leila and her family in your thoughts. I made this card for her tonight. 

I used our new In Colors and the fabulous stamp set Inspired by Nature and Kindred Spirits.  I was inspired by the front cover of the new catalog.  If you haven’t received it yet, hang on to your pants.  It’s AMAZING!!!!!!!!!

It’s a happy day in my house.  I have all my convention stuff everywhere.  The house is a mess and I don’t care.  I just love looking at all the goodies.  I wanted to share a few more pics from convention and a card I received from my Virginia group I thought was just gorgeous.   Before I do this, I have to give a HUGE shout out to a few of my downline because I am just so excited for them.  I had two Rising Stars this year and two earn the incentive trip.  My cheeks hurt from all the smiling I have done just thinking about their accomplishments.  Really it is amazing. They all worked so hard.  Congratulations Denise Johnson and Joey Pogorel for the amazing achievement of Rising Star!  WOW!  And a big congratulations to Denise Johnson and Arnheidur for earning the incentive trip to Hawaii.  I can’t wait to put our bootie cheeks in the sand together.  WOW!!!! 

I love these pictures.  I love seeing all those women at convention "trying" to get to lunch.  Love that pic!

The next picture is myself, Heather Summers, Dawn Raspas and Alicia!  Another happy picture. My cheeks really had a workout at convention!  They still hurt.

LOVE this picture!  This is when I found out I made Founders Circle.  Denise is giving me a great big hug.  What a GREAT moment that was! The most exciting part was all my downline around me!  What a very special moment.

These two ladies mean the world to me.  That’s Denise on the left and Jackie on the right.  This picture makes me smile really BIG!

Okay, here is a little creative inspiration.  I need to go mount those new stamps.  I feel like getting my hands inky!!!

You will notice that this card has a piece of cardstock inside so that it can sit on your desk pretty.  Isn’t that such a cool idea?  I loved that.  I have it on mine to remind me to DREAM BIG! 

Have a fabulous day!

I am not sure where to begin!  I came home today from a fantabulous 6 days in Salt Lake City for our annual Stampin’ Up! convention and honestly I am not sure if my feet have really touched the ground YET! I almost feel speechless with everything that happened.  First, Stampin’ Up! is by FAR the most amazing company I have ever been with.  The new catalog and projects that I have seen while at convention just blew me away.  From beautiful stamp sets, accessories and the best ever news…. The Big Shot die cut machine is coming our way with our own exclusive dies.  I have never seen 6,000 women go completely crazy other than when Shelli announced this awesome new product we will be getting SOON! I am thrilled to my toes with all the news. 

I also love convention because I get to see my friends from all over the United States.  It’s really like a family reunion.  Here are some fun pics of some of my great friends!

These are just a few of the pics I have sorted out so far.  I have plently more to show you soon! 

So, what in the world is Lucky #7?  How about the #7 Demontrtator of the Year???  I truly almost fainted.  I never never expected this!  With a lot of hard work, great downline and amazing customers my dream came true.  It was the most amazing experience.  This will be my first time going to Founders Circle and I am tickled PINK!!!  I couldn’t believe it when they called my name.  It really was a great day to be a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator.

Check back tomorrow as I share more pics of the creative fun we had at convenion.  Oh boy! I better get some sleep tonight.  I really need it.