Being a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator is so rewarding. Not only do I get to be creative every day, I also get to be a creative coach, offering fresh project ideas and encouragement to my customers and friends. Because, being able to helping someone put together that perfect project for a special occasion is the best feeling in the entire world. After all, creating cards, scrapbook pages, and gift items is about more than just stamps and ink—it’s about sharing a part of yourself with the people you love.

Living in the desert these past few years I have learned the beauty of the desert. I was awestruck that the Arizona White Mountains rival those of the great Rockies where I grew up. Who knew that this State had mountains scaling over 9000 ft!

The desert of Sonora with the majestic Saguaro cactus. These giants have captured many a photographers eye. The desire to snap just the right photograph.  You know the photos I am talking about that have Ooooo’s and ahhhh’s coming from their friends and family. Because  those same Oooooo’s and ahhhhh’s are what I like when I give one of my creations away.