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It has been so nice to see our Ohio Governor Dewine and DOH Dr Amy encouraging us daily at 2:00. They are calm and hopeful.
During my quarantine, I have been called at least one single friend each day to check on her/him. I lie with my spouse who keeps me company and I figure my single friends could use someone who cares about them.
Our local Fire Dept is leading a drive by Happy birthday to kids in town. No parties due to pandemic, but sirens and homemade banners from a fire truck and a line of cars. Sooo great for the kiddos❤
I went to the grocery store and while chatting with the cashier I mentioned that I hoped the hoarders would soon stop hoarding because I was down to 3 rolls of TP and once more the shelves were bare. We laughed about it and as I was walking away she stopped me and said wait, she had something for me. She ran to the back and brought out a paper bag with a 6 roll pack of TP and her name with a smiley face on the outside. She wouldn’t let me pay her for it. It restored my faith in people! Needless to say I will have a great card for her next time I have to go to the grocery!
I made up cards and dropped them off at Elderly neighbors homes who I know are not able to get out.
Looking forward to reading all the other ideas! Thanks for letting me have a chance to win this medley! Stay positive and stay well.
I have been sending friends and family cards with a “Card Kit” included so they can make the card and send it on to someone else they think could use a little pick me up. So far everyone who has received these has had a great time making the card and the recipients have been positively thrilled with their snail mail.
Thank you for all you do and for your continued willingness to share your talents with others Julie. You are just awesome!! Debie from sunny California
My boss, coworkers, and I reach out to each other via Microsoft Teams at least once a day to see how the others are doing and to provide a “human” connection in these times of isolation. I am thankful my company made the decision to have everyone work from home. I do miss seeing my coworkers in person at work but virtually is just as nice.
I am making cards to donate for soldiers overseas. My daughter is a Marine, and making cards for the military makes me feel useful!
Since I had to cancel my April card workshop I gave one of the teachers I work with my extra March Paper Pumpkin so she and her teenage daughter can craft at home as they self quarantine. Her daughter opened it that night and messaged me pictures already! So glad they can enjoy it and spend time together.
I have been making and sending cards to family and friends for a little cheer! Also, enjoying working with my husband on our new property and getting back to nature! Prayer, lots of prayer!
My daughters and I made postcards to send to their pediatrician and other doctors and nurses we know to say “thanks!”. 🙂
Making a sending cards for a friend who is going through early stage pancreatic cancer treatment in Houston. Since my brother passed away from this disease I know firsthand how devastating and isolating one can feel. Hoping to brighten her day with a Paper Pumpkin kit and a box of a variety of cards she can use so she won’t have to get out and expose herself to the virus. Her immune system is already down and needs to shelter in place. Thanks for the the card box video. I will use it to make a decorative box for the cards I send her. Bless you and your family and please stay safe a healthy!
With the social distancing, it’s hard for those who are having a hard time not being able to gather with friends. So each day on my calendar, I’ve set aside a couple of hours to stamp with friends via FaceTime. It’s the emotional support that’s really needed right now. Thank you for modern technology!!
With those cards the are made, I’m sending them to the Nursing Facility where my mom is at. The Director of Nursing will distribute the cards to all the patients. Enjoy a blessed Sunday!
sewing masks
sent cards to friends
sent cards to friends stuck at home with our stay at home orders
I just sent out 10 cards to ladies I miss seeing since we have been on the Stay at Home orders.
Such a generous gift! Thanks.
My Prayer plant (Calathea) started blooming last week-beautiful flowers!
Since we’re having to stay at home, I have been calling friends and family more to stay in touch and sending thinking of you cards.
I have finally started crafting again! I went the last two weeks without crafting because I was forced to turn my craft area into my WFH station. After working 8+ hours, the sight of my desk made me sick. But I finally decided to suck it up and sit down and start crafting and boy did it make me feel better!!
I have been sending positive thought cards to family and friends hoping to put a smile on their faces.
I work in healthcare and am trying to spread a little cheer to my coworkers by stopping by a different department or two with some candy each day. It’s nice to see my coworkers faces turn from worry and stress to a smile.
I am the leader of my church prayer shawl ministry. Typically, we meet once a month but had to cancel this month. I stamped and mailed each member a card and made a candy filled box to remind them how much I truly appreciate all they do as a part of this ministry.
I’m advanced in years and haven’t been out for awhile, but have been getting kind offers from my neighbors, church family and friends. So how do I pay this forward? I gifted a Paper Pumpkin to my cousin in Florida. She is not into making cards, but is very impressed with the March kit. Hopefully she will come on board.
We have a prayer chain going where we pray each day, check on the folks with a friendly telephone call and thank The Good Lord we are still alive.
My husband and I check on family at least once a day. Also, check on friends and neighbors. As we contact those we love we try to bring positive thoughts to them. Remaining positive is so important! We have 5 grandchildren and bringing them favorite things we hope to keep them feeling somewhat normal. Everyone is facing challenges in dealing with the uncertain times.
We have a grandson that has been laid off of work so we sent him a grocery gift card and plan to do so until he goes back to work or finds another job! We have been able to go to the grocery store and get lists from neighbors and family before we go. (Special delivery from our house to theirs!)
Praying for all! Stay safe and hang on to “FAITH”. God is with us.
A mom in Nanaimo asked people to share love and positivity with the community by hanging hearts in their windows. I made some for myself and for my neighbour who is self isolating after returning from Palm Springs. I am not eligible for the prize as I live on Vancouver island but was Ted to share the idea. Keep safe and well regards Shirley Sugden
My daughter and I both have the Coronavirus and are obviously been isolated at home. We have had hot food, groceries, flowers and other items dropped at our home for the past week! Some from neighbors we hardly know and have no idea how they found out! God is good my friend, he always shows the you the silver lining in even the worst situations. I am truly blessed. ❤️
I work at our local hospital and I made my co workers post it note holders. Bright fun stampin up colors and springy flowery stamps. Good therapy for me!
I reached out by phone to relatives, neighbors and friends to see how they are doing during this time of crisis. Hearing a person’s voice makes me feel so much better! Stay safe!
Our third graders have decided to have pen pals. I will be sending cards to all of my students encouraging them to find ways to be kind to others during this difficult time. Thank you for always brightening our week with paper pixie time!
I had to cancel March stamp camp so I made up all the projects from my prepared kits and mailed them out to my ladies. They will mail them to friends and family so all can enjoy.
I called a homebound friend to see if she had everything she needed. She said yes. Then I asked if there was anything she wanted. She shyly asked if I had essential oils and/or microwave popcorn. I had both! I dropped them off to her (along with some TP, paper towels and homemade banana bread.). You would have thought I’d given her a million dollars!!
I’M CHECKING ON OUR NEIGHBORS TO SEE IF THEM NEED ANYTHING, AND MAKING YOUR MOTHER’S DAY BASKETS THAT WHAT I CALL THEM.
I have been able to make masks for people in the healthcare business. I also have chosen to thank all those I see who are dedicating themselves for my wellbeing with a smile or a verbal, “Thanks for being here”!
I am older with health issues, so the most I’ve gotten out is to get curbside grocery pickups and drop them off. Even still, I’ve seen soooo many kind acts! The delivery guys have been great – working overtime with smiles on their faces. Same with the people working curbside pickup. My sister needed a computer; a friend fixed up a really good old one and gave it to her for free. He wouldn’t take any money, but when he dropped off the computer in the garage, I had a grocery order there and begged him to take something. He finally took a 2.5 pound box of raisins – yay! I’ve been buying groceries using curbside pickup for a couple of families and then just dropping the food off at their doorsteps. I’ve made it a point to call a nephew every day who has been isolated in his first apartment. I tried to call an 88 year old woman who lives alone, with no answer. I stopped by her house and a neighbor told me (from a distance) that, after a fall, she had been taken to live in a nursing home. I could go on, but honestly, there have been many heartwarming moments. I feel blessed!
While I can’t wait to get into my crafts , during this covid-19 period , I am focusing on entertaining my 86 year old father. It’s his birthday this weekend and while he enjoys the crafts I make , especially the ones with candy , this weekend needs to be all about him .
I watched your Easter basket video and I am going to mail my sisters in FL DC and Italy the precut papers and designs etc and then we will zoom video conference a little class together since we cannot be together for Easter due to the covid 19 virus. I will also include the Easter goodies in separate bag that they can add to the finished basket.
Thanks you. Love your videos and website.
I am an RN – working in an outpatient department, which has been temporarily closed due to the Coronavirus pandemic. I contact each one of my patients, via phone, weekly, to “ check on them” , making sure they are doing ok. I am also working in various hospital departments, just doing what is needed during these trying times.
My husband and I have been checking in on our neighbors via phone calls and text messages, letting them know when we are running errands or going to get groceries and offering to do their errands and shopping.
I work for a hospital, the hors have gotten really long. When I come home at night I try to unwind by writing one card to a coworker who is home on quarantine. I’m using my paper pumpkin kits. It makes me feel nice.
My mom recently moved into a small dementia care facility, so today I am making cards to mail to each of the 12 residents. There are no visitors allowed, so I thought getting a cheery card might brighten their day. Plus, it will be therapeutic for me as the last few weeks have been intense at work (I’m a pharmacist at Mayo Clinic). So…it’s a win-win situation!
I’m making words of encouragement cards for friends and just learned how to make face masks since I like to sew also. I was lucky enough to find some elastic in my stash because elastic is impossible to find now.
My mom died of pancreatic cancer exactly a month ago today. We were one of the fortunate ones who were able to have a funeral while it was still considered safe to be at church in groups. Unfortunately, the grieving doesn’t end for me or her best friends just because the funeral is over, and we no longer have Sunday church services, community activities, or restaurants open to get together to laugh, cry, hug, or reminisce about her. Hence, what I have been doing after work is calling my mom’s friends to help them through THEIR grief of losing my mom and isolation during this time of social distancing and now “safe at home” requirements in our state. It also gives me a chance to make sure they’re doing okay medically, since some of them have families that live out of town. My mom’s friends seem to appreciate the phone calls (since they used to talk to her every day—even if they were getting together sometime that day!!) and the offers to help them out, but I know I am equally as blessed and have a full heart after I’m done talking and checking on each of them.
I have made and sent out 13 cards the last 2 days to cheer up my friends.
My husband and I started journaling what we do each day during our quarantine, but what began as record-keeping has turned into an introspective look at how this time is changing us and our circle of friends. My daughter, nieces and there families have been doing the same thing. We share our notes when we FaceTime. Even the youngest grandkids have begun keeping journals—some just in scribbling colors on a page, others drawing pictures, some writing phrases about their activities and feelings. This forced separation has actually brought us all closer together.
I’m sheltering in place because I’m my 93 year old mom’s caregiver and want to limit exposure
Her amazing physical therapist brought us toilet paper on heft last visit and her OT brought us eggs
That’s going above and beyond
These women are such a blessing!
Thanks for the chance at such wonderful blog candy !
Husband and I are enjoying our crafts/hobbies, puzzles, reading without feeling guilty. as we get older We feel bless that we are safe, healthy and that we have each other.
I live in Senior Apts. Making small “HOPE” cards to fit under door, seeing as we are self isolating and bldg. is on lockdown. Even family cannot come in.
Just made two Easter cards for my 89 year old mom to send out to friends, and decorated a thank you note card for my uncle. The note cards just came in the mail today! 🙂
Sending cards to seniors that are missing their card classes I teach at the Senior Center.
Also sending cards to people I have seen in a while to just let them know I’m thinking of them during this stressful time.
I made a set of 25 notecards for a club to use.
I work in retail, and have helped customers when they were a few cent or dollars short when they were checking out. I have also been making cards to donate to our local food bank. Thank you for sharing your talents with us.
I love all the acts of kindness going around during this trying time. I put together craft kits for 5 shut in ladies and am currently working on making memory cards and educational crafts for my nieces who are home from preschool. Win win- I get to be creative and sending smiles in happy mail for a few people!
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A friend with little money was short a few things.
We went ‘grocery’ shopping in my pantry.
It really was fun too!!
i have been very busy making cards for the senior center and sewing masks. So glad I can help with these projects..
I have done quite a bit of grocery shopping for my 88 year old motherwhom I love dearly. I don’t want her anywhere near a grocery store right now. I have also spoken to all 18 of my students and families… wishing them well and praying for each ones health.
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Eggs are in short supply around my area, so when I am gifted eggs, I pay it forward and that makes me feel good. I have friends with family and the kids miss having eggs to make their pancakes!
With all that is going on in the world I’m glad for the job I have as I’m the first person cancer patients talk to and I know that I’m getting them to the person they need the most
I have a friend whom recently lost her mother. Since her mom is in Michigan and there are no funerals right now and if she travels she can’t come back to work for two weeks, she could not go to say good bye. I had talked to her on the phone that night and she had mentioned that she didn’t know what she was doing for lunch the following day as she didn’t have the time or energy at this point to make anything. I made her a card for her loss and brought her homemade corn chowder for her lunch the following day. I knew that with everything happening that she would appreciate it. When we went up to lunch and I told her I brought lunch for both of us she started crying and said she appreciated it more than I knew.
Since my church is closed, I’ve been calling everyone in my congregation to visit and let them know they are being thought of and prayed for. If any are sick or feeling a little uptight about this virus stuff, I pray with them over the phone, then follow up with a card.
Baked homemade bread & dinner rolls, shared with our senior that lives alone; also homemade Pizza; soup, & cake… it’s a good feeling …also send cards& letters out …
My niece is a Legacy Hospice nurse and, since nursing centers are not allowing visitors and limiting hospice visits with their clients, I have been making cards (thinking of you, uplifting, and birthday) for them to send to their clients so they know they haven’t been forgotten. I’ve donated 80 cards so far this week. I also plan to make some of your Spring Baskets & fill with Easter treats for the hospice staff and clients. In addition, one of my sisters is sewing masks for the hospice staff due to the severe shortage and another sister is making rag wreaths to brighten their clients’ days. Even though we have different talents, we are honored to do our part. By the way, my 69th birthday is Sunday, so the giveaway would make a wonderful birthday gift (wink, wink). Thank you and stay safe.
Cards cards cards and more cards…to neighbors, friends, and to all the seniors who attend my weekly class that was suddenly cancelled early in March…no idea when it will open up again. It is so refreshing to see everything sort of slow down and most people are so pleasant…no rush to get anywhere. Love it!
I made a Thank You card for my mail lady using the Flowering Foils DSP & the So Sentimental stamps & dies. She has a lot more to do with the virus going around, since more people are ordering things on line that she has to deliver.
I am a clerk for the Postal service and I am working hard at staying as positive as I can for my customers. A smile and a friendly word go a long way to brighten someone’s day even when times are stressful. Smiles to you Julie!
Broke out my sewing machine and made some face mask at the request of a nurse from my church
I’ve been grocery shopping for my elderly friends. I’m also making cards to send to friends to give them hope during this dark time.
My best friend from elementary school whom I had lost touch with celebrated her 60th birthday last Tuesday. Like so many plans her luncheon got canceled but instead my classmates back East had a zoom party for her and I was the “ surprise guest” it was such great fun and we shared so many laughs. I know without a doubt I would never have experienced or been able to share in my friends birthday had life been what it was even just 3 weeks ago. Such a God gift to me.
I sent cheerful “thinking of you” cards for my friends, stamp class, cousins, and family to bring a little sunshine to their day. I’ve sent out about 30 cards first round and I working on next round!
I have been sending out lots of cards fro my stash of already made cards! Swap cards are great for this. Stay safe, be careful and stay in!
I have sent handmade cards, emailed, and phoned friends and family on a regular basis to make sure everyone is okay.
I answered the call to a FB post in our neighborhood. A young special needs child had to cancel his birthday party. He was devestated so his mother asked those of us who were willing to send a card and well wishes. I made a handmade card and included a small gift. His mother sent me a video of him opening his card. What a delight it was to see him so excited to get a card from someone he didn’t know. Also have been grocery shopping for the elderly and keeping in touch via phone.
Hello Julie! I’ve “up’s” my card making to make sure that every homebound member of my church gets a Happy Hello card. I normally send holiday& birthday cards but want to make sure everyone gets some happy mail during these challenging times.
I set up a Portal for my 91-year-old mother who is being sequestered in her nursing home. Not only does it allow her to visit “face to face” with her family, but it also allows all of us to share our feelings of deep, abiding love with her.
I’m making cards to send to people that are long overdue.
With the current health crisis and the limited supply of face masks, I have been sewing face masks for our local hospital along with some friends from my Lions Club. I also had my Granddaughters color pictures with happy messages on them to send to a nearby nursing home. I gave my Mail woman a $10.00 gift card and thanked her for her service. Sent flowers to some friends in an Assisted Living Home to cheer them up. Trying to do whatever I can to brighten someone’s day.
We’ve been keeping in contact with our elderly neighbors and picking up things at the grocery store for them. And, we are staying in touch just e-mailing friends to make sure they are okay.
I LOVE this month’s PP. These cards/sentiments are perfect for what we are all experiencing right now and I’m mailing these and alternative I’ve made to several folks from our church, especially those that are elderly and perhaps feeling blue.
I have spent several hours at my church washing and disinfecting table and chairs. Plenty of social distancing since it is only my husband and I. I have also sent out several cheer cards to church members who are in nursing homes
Since about the only place I can go outside my house is the sidewalks, I get out and walk for a mile a day. I have met people I haven’t seen for ages, dog walkers with the cutest dogs (but some others with not-so-friendly ones), admired the Spring scenery, and have seen families out together with daddies who rarely get to walk with their kids. I have made cards for friends, made some Easter crafts, called people I miss seeing to encourage them and check on them, and practiced contentment. This too shall pass.
I have 2 friends that are elderly. One of them has Leukemia and the other has phnemonia and they are unable to go out in these trying times. I do their shopping for them and make sure they are okay. I love these 2 ladies and would go to the ends of the earth for them.
I’ve been sewing face masks for a drive that our local fabric store is holding. My next project will be to send out positive thoughts/thinking of you cards to friends. People have been sharing so much positivity on their blogs, e-mails, & you tube videos during this difficult time. I love that!
Besides sending out encouraging cards every day, I donated a bag of books to the Little Library on our block. I had plenty of books that the grandkids have outgrown, and other kids at home would enjoy. I have also been doing a couple fun projects, like Bears in the Window, where I move a teddy bear to a new window everyday, doing fun antics, so that familys out for a walk can enjoy. Today I found Hearts in the Window, where people are decorating their windows with all kind of fun designs made from hearts. Figured with my die cut machine, I can do that in no time, and I have plenty of scraps. Might donate some to the neighbors so they can do it too.
I’ve made a number of cards and left them in neighbors’ mailboxes every day when I’m out on my daily walk. I include little notes of hope and cheer in them. I know how I love to receive personal mail as opposed to advertising and bills, so I’m thinking others feel the same! We all need to be uplifted these days, more than ever. Thanks for your blog an wonderful projects, Julie. I have made many of them!
Our Senior Center is closed. Am trying to work with the Director (long distance, of course) on figuring out a game or something to help the seniors not feel so isolated. There will be a letter going out to them to keep in contact with them and the Director’s husband is trying to figure out an online bingo game that everyone with a computer can play (with each other, kind of). There are avid bingo players among them. Also working on themes for events when we reopen. I’m in the process of cutting out a large Welcome Back banner.
You could also donate cards for bingo prizes. I saw a photo of a nursing home where the residents were each sitting at the doorway to their room with their rolling tables playing bingo
I’m currently self quarantined because of the Coronavirus, due to a directive from my work place after my recent vacation out of state. After hearing all of the stories on the news, I decided to start working on cards for some of our local nursing homes, assisted living facilities. If my cards can put a smile on someone’s face for the day, all of Stampin’ Up stash is well worth it!
I have used my time to make 200 cards for the 2 local nursing homes since they cannot have visitors at this time. Hopefully it brought some cheer to those in need.
Hope you are well, I didn’t see a project craft from you today. I am checking on others for there mental well being and making tiny positive kits.
Hope you are well, I didn’t see a project craft from you today. I am checking on others for therent mental well being and making tiny positive kits.
I’m sending out cards to people to lift their day. I’ve had to ask for a lot of addresses as most are Facebook friends or I only have phone numbers. I have also sent treats with my daughter for her coworkers at the grocery store.
I belong to 2 different groups that we make cards to send to so many different people—illness, health problems, death, birthdays etc. One never know how it makes one feel that people do not know me but are sending cards to make us feel better—I know this for a fact as my husband passed at Christmas and I was a recipient of these cards and made me feel ever so loved by so many!
EVERY DAY I AND SEVERAL OTHER PEOPLE WHO LIVE ALONE TEXT EACH OTHER HELLO, HOW ARE YOU TODAY. WE JUST WANT TO MAKE SURE EVERYONE IS OK. DO YOU NEED ANYTHING OR DO YOU NEED HELP WITH ANYTHING. I LIVE AWAY FROM THE CITY SO THE CONCERNS ARE, IS EVERYONE SAFE AND WELL.
I have made cute little Easter baskets for the single, older people I know to give them some TLC at this time. They are alone and often feel unloved.
Well, I’m 85 and live alone. As you can imagine, all my friends by now are younger than I am and many of them have offered to help me by doing my shopping for me or to let them know if there is anything I need. Fortunately I am still capable of looking after myself and I prefer to stay independent.
What I have done, is asked a friend to knit a pile of baby outfits for one of my friends who is pregnant. This helped three people: Me because I didn’t have to do the knitting, her because it gave her something to do and earn a pile of money, and the new mother because her baby is going to be the best dressed child in the world.
I am also a card maker and I didn’t comment here in order to win the papers. I have so many papers that I could start a shop, so please don’t send me any more. However, it DID give me a chance to tell you that I always enjoy watching you and learning from you. Your smiling face is like a tonic.
Stay safe!
I helped an elderly woman put gas in her car. It was raining and she couldn’t figure out the pump.
Being a member of a local fire hall ladies auxiliary – we have several elderly members as well. In New York State we have had a stay at home unless you are considered essential. After the first week of this I sent thinking of you cards to the elderly members. They loved the fact that the younger ladies thought of them. Since this does not look to end anytime soon I will be sending them Easter Cards. It is important to keep in touch with elderly members/neighbors when they can not get ‘out and about’
Most in my neighborhood are staying home or trying to as best they can. Toilet tissue and hand sanitizer are few and far between. I did find hand sanitizer the other day with a limit of 2 per person. I got two and gave one to my neighbor. I’m hoping to find other things the next time I visit the store. We are truly all in this together!
Iv send a few cards to some of my friend that are in another state , letting them know there not alone ,
This will all come to an end ,
Be strong and stay healthy ,
Hugs Frenchie ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Went for toilet paper yesterday and was in line. I got the last one, thought I was lucky!! The lady behind me (much younger) than me started crying. I asked what’s wrong, she has 2 kids at home and has been using all her Kleenex, she cannot get toilet paper. I gave her mine and she cried even harder with gratitude. I felt good about it, but still need to find toilet paper!!
Well, I am a barista at a local coffee shop in Los Angeles. I am quite thankful to still be open, most of our staff has opted out of coming in to work, so it’s only one other Person and myself running the shop. We have removed the tables and chairs to allow a more open space for people to keep a safe distance while they wait for to order. As well as set up a computer monitor with Disney movies playing from when we open at 7am till closing at 4:30pm. It has been so good to see people in line just watching something fun. Many people have thanked me for having these movies on, because all they have been watching lately is the news. They thank me because they didn’t know they needed something fun, and light hearted until they walked into my coffee shops door.
Lifting others spirits in times like these is very important, most people don’t realize it, until someone lifts theirs. I hope everyone has felt a little less stressed when they walk into our door.
Take care everyone, be well, and be kind.
I’m a nurse at a multi-specialty clinic. I work for a pulmonologist. Every day we’re here trying to help people navigate this crisis and they are SCARED. We’re seeing the sick ones and advising anyone that can’t come in. Every day my doctor goes to the hospital to care for the COVID-19 patients we have there. And it feels GOOD. This is what we’ve trained to do- help people. It’s a scary time but I’m just so grateful that i have the opportunity, education and experience to be of some assistance because that’s what we all want to do. We just want to help. I believe that.
You are AWESOME!!!
I have been making and sending cards to brighten the day for people I know in nursing homes. Knowing there is no physical contact with their loved ones is heartbreaking.
I am socially saying HI. I walk every day and even though we walk across the street from each other I make a point of waving and saying hi. We need interaction, it’s important to our happy self.
Spending my time knitting hats for needy school children for this winter. I have 42 done….I’m a fast knitter. Plus making cards for shut ins. Everyone stay safe!
I made some really cute cards with the Happy Tails set using the sentiment, “Keep Calm and Wag On” and sent them to friends.
I gave a package of toilet paper to friend who had run out.
Providing support for a cancer patient. A 30 year old with Hodgkins Lymphoma. Positive thoughts and laughter seems to raise people’s spirits.
Never look down on someone unless you are helping them up.
My husband and I feed the homeless on Wednesdays at our local homeless ministry. Even though we are at risk of complications because of our ages, we decided to continue as long as we are able to cook and serve.
With all the grocery store horror stories, I had a very Postmates experience 2 days ago. There was still no meat available, but there were a couple bags of frozen shrimp. They were all on the top shelf that I couldn’t reach. A fellow shopper was tall and saw me straining to reach. She immediately just offered to help! There were 4 bags hidden way in the back! Yay!
Just another shopper that helped instead of hoarded!❤️
Oh gosh!!! Spellcheck! I meant positive not Postmates!! Oh my goodness!
We met a local single mom of 2 little girls on a plane last year (sat next to her both going and coming home – what are the chances??) and ended up hiring her to partially clean our house twice a month. She is also in school for fire safety and interns at the fire Dept. We have been self-isolating for 2 weeks now because of my husband’s age and health situation.
We decided we’d pay her normal fee yesterday, as all her house cleaning clients have post-poned. She was so grateful.
Now today our son got laid off (family of 4), so we made need to help him next? I am still working, so far (bank related business), but wondering what comes next? We are not rich by any means. Have had tons of medical bills for my husband’s cancer and CHF. Depending on our faith in God to get us thru.
Paying her was the right thing to do, in our view.
I am currently admitted into the hospital (complications from a dbl organ transplant). My medical team has been WONDERFUL! I had just enough warning to pack up some crafty things. So I have beeen making some special treats for all of them. Their hardwork and dedication often goes unrecognized and always like to let them know that it is greatly appreciated!!
I teach a Silver Sneakers class. Since we have not been able to meet because of the virus and my class is mostly 70+ years old, I made cards and sent to each of them letting them know I am thinking of them, miss them and look forward to getting back together for class when it is safe. They are a wonderful group of Seniors and I do indeed miss them.
Our Local Bakery is feeding the at home kids a lunch while there parents are working…so with this in mind I stopped and made a donation to help with the lunches during this time.
I have been sharing fun learning crafts and activities for kids with my friends who have kiddos at home and might need some idea help to keep those little ones busy.
I have sent out cards to several out of state nursing homes and family and friends for encouragement.
As a Nurse here in Canada things are crazy not just in Canada but EVERYWHERE !
Every day myself as well as other Nurses around the world are facing so many challenges trying to calm and assure patients are receiving the best possible care and we are doing our best!
I personally gathered some of my crafting supplies and paper crafts and set up a craft corner for staff to escape from the madness and be creative!
please stay safe and remember how important social distancing is call a loved one and reach out to friends and just say HI !
I sent cards to my grandchildren to let them know I’m thinking about them & miss them. I’m also setting up a virtual bingo game to play with them thru zoom. I made cards for 2 of my daughters, one is a nurse in a busy ER & the other is a CRNP in an urgent care. I used 2 SU sets. “You’ve got this but first” from rise and shine set and “just breathe” from colorful seasons. This weekend I’m baking treats for my er nurse to take to her staff as a thak you for their dedication.
I was at Target last week. A very tired-looking nurse was checking out next to me. She had lots of travel-size packs of disinfectant wipes. All the big containers were gone. The manager came over and told her that she was limited to only one pack. She very politely told him that she was a nurse and had been working double shifts and had not had time to go shopping for her family. He would not make an exception for her, even though she had travel-size packs. I thought this was pretty sad, so I grabbed one of the packs, scanned it, paid for it, and gave it to her. Medical personnel are at the front lines. She should have been an exception.
Love your videos. Always just clever ideas.
Due to the lock down, have been trying to sends cards daily to church shut ins. Also making cards for our WACCC (Women and Children Combating Cancer) packets. As a cancer survivor, I received one of those packets and know how much it was appreciated.
I’m learning how to conduct a Zoom meeting so I can have a virtual meeting with my girlfriends.
I’m regularly talking to my parents and siblings on the phone. Today I’m sending out a birthday card to a
guy who thinks his birthday is not going to happen this year due to the virus!
I’m sending a few cards every week to different friends and relatives just to pop in and say hello in this time of “distancing”.
I have experienced many acts of kindness from family and neighbors checking on our wellbeing, offering to pick up anything we need, and keeping in touch. All these contacts help diminish the feeling of isolation.
I belong to a large group of scrapbook and cardmakers and the president of our clubs sent out a message…if any of us needed any food/paper products/household items, post on that email and we all are sharing what we have..already they’ve helped two members..what a blessing..
Thanks first for giving us a chance to win!
I sent Cards and calls to some Elderly members of my Church . Made note pad holders for my Fellow Girl Scout ( 15) . Working on some card kits for Girl Scouts to put together. Babysitting also while me Daughter works in a nursing Home. ( want to send cards to them but won’t allow them right now) . Stay safe and may God Bless you and your family
Just hearing from old friends and reaching out to others by calls, text and, of course, cards.
My sister has been in nursing center for the past 2 years after suffering 2 strokes. During this time, the center is off limit to visitors.. it has been extremely hard since I was out there to see her every other day!!! But I mailed her some cards to brighten her day and made some to drop off for other residents who may not get any mail or contact with anyone on the outside. Makes my heart happy to be there for them !!!
Hi, Julie
Just calling some friends who are alone now seems to lift their spirits. Someone was thinking about them! I’ve sent cards to friends who are more fragile than most which brightens their day.
Having an ‘attitude of gratitude’ can remind some folks of how blessed we are in this country.
Hope all is well in your part of the world
I have reached out to my FB friends to send my 93 year young mother a note or card of encouragement as she is confined to her room. She soon will be receiving a shower of cards and I know that will brighten her spirits. She is used to playing games and socializing!
Chris: If you would post your mother’s mailing address, I would love to send her a card as well. I understand if you’re not comfortable doing this. God bless and please stay safe.
I have two friends in their 80’s, who are married. She has just been diagnosed with cancer and given 3 months to live. I have made cards and shopped for them. I wish I could do more. She is a very dear friend. The virus isn’t the only disease taking our relatives, aquaintances and good friends.
The Botanical Medley is my favorite set from the SAB Catalog. Thanks for this great opportunity.
I have been sending out happy mail to friends, family, local nursing home residents and shut ins from my church. I die cut hearts of all sizes and put in my window for #aworldofhearts. Love seeing all the posts of different displays of hearts. I would love this medley. I don’t have it.
Actually, I am a senior citizen so I am staying inside. My son is doing all my shopping for me and calls me every day to see how I am feeling. He is having a hard time not being able to give me a hug Me too.
I have been checking on all the elderly and disabled people in my subdivision, and the ones I know who live farther away. When I find toilet paper or disinfectants, I purchase them for those who need them. Buying groceries, for those in need, and making pharmacy runs for those who need their meds. We have to help all of our friends, family and neighbors that we can during this time. I was in the grocery store this week, and I saw an elderly woman who had 4 small bags of frozen vegetables, a rotisserie chicken, some day old bread. She started crying and left the cart of food and took off out the door. I went out the door after her. She said she wasn’t able to stand in the long lines, her back and legs were hurting her, and she didn’t have her coupons with her to get the food she needed. I found a place for her to sit down, and I bought her groceries, loaded them in the car. She looked me in the eye and said you are an Angel that God sent me today. Of coarse I started crying with her.
One of the happy things that I’ve done lately is make bookmarks for my friends and family that match the current book cover that they’re reading!
My daughter in law is a nurse in a nursing home. They needed homemade masks so we started making them I did not have elastic so made some with ties. I used as bright a fabric as I could from my stash and the residents liked them and made them less scared. I also used cut a parts from paper packs and made as many cards as I could and they made sure each resident got cards since they had to stay in their rooms.
You can help someone!! Just use what you have and make someone’s day!!
I used my March Paper Pumpkin kit to make cards to connect with friends with a word of encouragement during this time of isolation and fear. In addition to praying, this is something I can do to have an impact and feel useful
I am currently disabled and can’t leave my house; I’m also limited in what I can do right now. Sunday I called a friend who I’d been worried about and visited with her. She seemed to be so glad that I had reached out. She too is alone and we’re all pretty much on lock-down. We visited and it seemed to lift her spirits as well as mine 🙂
I have decided to call at least one person every day to check up on them. It might be a family member, a member of my church, or just a friend. I have really enjoyed talking with everyone and, no big surprise, we always find things to talk abou.
Recently I’ve been making masks for my family and the Infusion Center and Birth Center at my local hospital.
I have been sending cards to friends and families and making fabric masks for my niece who is a respiratory therapist so her team can have extra protection.
I’ve been able to stay home to cook from scratch more. I plan on trying to make homemade bread again! Haven’t made any for years – I went back to work when my kids were both in school – they are now both is their 30’s!!
Sending thinking of you and encouragement cards and calling to check on everyone. Thank you Julie, for brightening someone’s day with this blog candy.
Yesterday, our each of our grandkids received a small package of a hand stamped card with a love note from us. I included a printable activity sheet and a small chocolate sweet. I also enclosed a coupon for a future “movie night sleepover”. Moms and Dads said it made the kids so happy. It was a fun way to stay connected to our “grands” and let them know that this time will pass and we’ll be able to spend time together again soon.
I made 13 cotton face masks for a local doctor’s office. These masks are being worn over the medical grade paper masks, in order to prolong supplies, during the Coronavirus outbreak.
I love your 3D projects. You’re a paper engineer! I send paper hugs to friends and family. The Positive Thoughts stamp set is perfect for this stressful time.
My husband delivers meals to the elderly every day. I made 3×3 cards for each one of them. He will be delivering the, with today’s meals. I have also mailed out over 30 cards to elderly friends and neighbors.
I have been making more cards and doodads and sending them out.
sending thinking of you cards- to those that I miss seeing- during this scary/weird/quarantined time
Good Morning,
I have a group of women in my Bible Study( some are widows )and since we are currently separated I am sending them words of encouragement.
With all of the local small businesses suffering during the COVID19 pandemic,, we are trying to help by ordering take out meals and give a generous tip in an effort to support them as much as we can afford. It’s a little thing, but It is a little thing that we can do.
I have been sending happy mail and checking on family and friends to make sure they are ok.
I am in a stay at home state and working from home.
I was at the receiving end of a phone call to see how I was doing. Usually, I’m the one calling others. It felt great.
Have a blessed day.
I have been sending cards to friends and family during this time of staying at home. Spreading a bit of cheer with homemade cards and sentiments.
I’ve been divorced for 5 years, learned that my ex is experiencing serious health problems. Started going over to his house 1-2 times a week to make sure he’s getting food to eat. yesterday after his treatment I had to call 911 to rush him to the hospital. by early this morning they had him stabilized. glad I stopped by.
I really enjoy all of your videos, you are always upbeat and happy and you are a joy to watch. I have a file with all of your templates so I can go back and remake a project if I want to. Thanks for sharing your talent with us.
I have sent out happy mail, made phone calls to check on friends and family and continue to pray for all that is happening. So many good people doing great things. Let’s not forget all the kindness when we get thru this. Blessings to all!
Since we are in “stay at home” orders and my Paper Pumpkin group can’t meet for our monthly class, I took pictures and wrote directions for the alternatives I had planned to make with them. They are mostly beginning stampers, so they were very grateful for new ideas. I did this a few days after having a pace maker implanted in my chest and typed using one hand! I felt so good, sharing my ideas with this enthusiastic group of ladies. I can’t stamp now for about a month, but want to keep the interest alive with my group. Thank you for sharing.
I really like how people are pulling together to help right now. I hope the kindness and support of each other continues long after social distancing us over.
Making masks for medical people.
I re-posted a painted rock craft on Facebook and tagged my friend and said she could make me one. Yesterday on our walk she can running out of her house with disinfectant spray and the rock she had painted for me that said Hope with a pretty flower on the bottom of the rock. I am blessed with the best friends ever.
One of our neighbors has had 6 surgeries over the past year and we cook meals and desserts for them. We call regularly to see if we can run errands for them.
I have been checking on fellow friends who live alone and my elderly neighbors and family members daily. Checking in by telephone or text. Staying at home is issued in my state. Day 13 for me.
Well, I live alone so the things I make from your post i give them to my mailman (lady). It makes happy. And it makes me happy to see her face when she receives it.
Sewing face masks for a local doctor’s office.
I have sent several thinking of you and hello/cheer cards. I am also buying the groceries/supplies for my senior parents to keep them home and safe. Positive for today, I was able to find TP for the first time since the world changed. Have a blessed day!
We went grocery shopping for our elderly neighbor.
I have been checking on my friends and neighbors and making and sending cards letting them know that I am thinking of them. Getting ready to send some cards to the people nurses and doctors thanking them for all of there help in our healthcare needs. We appreciate all of the people on the front lines God Bless them all.
I look forward to your posts. You are creative, original and generous. You share your ideas,that when created bring a smile and joy to others. Thank you for being you!
I look forward to your posts. You are creative, original and generous. You share your ideas,that when created bring a smile and joy to others. Thank you for being you!
My neighbor and I are all in our sevenths, so we don’t go out. When one of our kids say they are going to the store, we call each other to see what we need and they get it. So I guess we our sharing our kids!!
Sent out a hand made card to every family in my churvh letting them know that I miss them and pray that all this is lifted so we can meet again on Easter Sunday
I had prepared for a spring craft fair that was cancelled. Therefore, I am left with MANY Easter candy favors. My plan is to leave some on my neighbor’s doorsteps for them to enjoy.
With everyone staying home now, our lives have slowed down quite a bit. One nice thing that’s happening is my husband and I have started taking walks together. Enjoying each other and beautiful areas in our town.
Thank you to our doctors, nurses, fire and police personnel, and first responders! They are the on the front line mod this terrible virus. I pray they stay safe!
I live on a court with a cul de sac. We generally wave at each other as we pass by, either in our cars or when someone is walking. During our safer-at-home order, walking has become something more of us are enjoying. I’m so touched when my neighbors ask if we need anything or offer to help in any way they can. It’s wonderful to know that we’ve all got each others’ backs!
Made masks for the Pharmacy at a local hospital.
On one of my last trips to Walmart, I saw an elderly lady pushing her cart up and down the parking lot. It was obvious that she couldn’t find her car. I asked her what color it was but we couldn’t spot it. I proceeded to my car, pulled up next to her and told her to climb in and we would find it. After slowly cruising the lot, she remembered parking by the garden center in back. Sure enough, the car was there. She was confused and rattled but very thankful! I was thankful that God gave me an opportunity to help her!
I am homeschooling my 2 grandchildren. I am back in 5th grade and kindergarten. I love them so much. Have a great day !!!
My husband and I gave blood…trusting the Lord’s protection….we are in West Michigan. I also help facilitate communication and prayer requests in our Bible Study….and cards…how much we need oneanother…
I’ve made cards for the people I give communion to at the nursing home, sent cards to friends from the past, made lasagna for two couples who have medical problems, been surprised that my husband & I have been very compatible with each other since we have been self-isolation since March 15th.
I have been sending “thinking of you” cards to friends and family during this uncertain time. Thanks for the chance to win.
I donated 2 envelope boxes of completed cards to our local nursing home. I feel so sorry for that population needing to be isolated, hopefully cards will cheer up the residents. At the end of the confinement I don’t think anyone will be taking our freedom lightly. I predict a huge, happy party! Thanks for the opportunity to be a winner, you sure are!
I live on 5 acres in California. I’ve been raising chickens and selling eggs until last October. It got too hard for me so I sold off all but 25+ of my 267 hens. Now when I hear of folks in my town not finding eggs cuz of all the panic buying or they’ve lost their job, I get their address and drive over a dozen or so and a jar of my own local honey.
This is a crazy time, so happy we have you, Stampin Up and crafting!
I am in the process of making about 200 cards for the Church Ministry. Get Well, Sympathy, Thinking of You, Encouragement. It is a large undertaking, but I feel very Blessed doing this!
Hi!! I live in the Caribbean (Dominican Republic), recently our cases of COVID-19 start racing really fast that all my neighbors went crazy and anxious specifically those foreigners that his families are abroad. Because of that my Dad and I start a devotional afternoons reading a bible verse and praying and playing music for the community in the middle of the apartments in the highest place where all people can see us. I’m really happy because we are helping during the quarantine, I’ll hold this moments in my heart forever. Thank you, keep praying, and stay safe. God bless you all! (Sorry if my English is not that good).
I just sent thank you notes to our church staff who has been working so hard to provide online services, and other ways for our congregation to feel ‘in touch’ with each other and our Lord!
I made 81 Easter Cards for my Sorority to send to shut ins and anyone who needs a little up lifting. Just trying to let people know we are thinking of them during these trying times. We send them to Nursing Homes too.
I am a card maker. Typically send out on a daily basis about 10-15 cards. Will do the same today. Happy Mail is wonderful!
Will be posting Easter cards and treat boxes that are priced less than usual for those who are in our neighborhood who cannot get out to shop for cute Easter goodies.
Creating Happy Mail. Supporting my coworkers who have a lot of new work due to shelter in place orders. working from home to protect others. only going out for essentials including taking care of my dad who lives in a senior center – I am an essential part of his care.
I made some cards to give to residents at one of the local nursing homes. I can’t imagine how hard it is for the residents to not have visitors!
This has been an extraordinary time. I love card making, scrapbooking and sewing. I found a pattern that was suitable- I used to be a nurse in the operating room- and made masks for family and friends, about 2 dozen. Then I heard that the assisted living center where my 96 year old mother lives had very few masks, so I made about 40 for them. They need 30 more- and that’s just for staff! I’m about to run our of elastic, and can’t even find it on the internet. I’d love to make more, but I know that the Lord will certainly provide!
Joyce: My sister is also sewing face masks for staff at Legacy Hospice. She can’t find elastic either so she purchased the thin stretchy headbands at Dollar General and has been using them. Hope this helps and God Bless You for doing this.
As an Education Technician I am learning so much how to use the internet to reach out to our students and keep their continued learning a positive experience.
I have an older friend, Nancy, who I have been checking in with regularly. She was really ill over the holidays with pneumonia and was in the hospital for nearly a week, and is considered to be at high risk. I offered her some rolls of toilet paper since I had plenty (at this point!). So many of our stores can’t keep it in stock, so it isn’t easy to come by!
My Children call and check on us every day. We are in our 70’s and they worry about us. Thankfully my husband and I are in excellent shape. I have an elderly neighbor next door to me and I call her every other day just to make sure she is okay and if she needs anything. Very thankful that I love to make cards and scrapbook with being in a “stay at home state” here in Ohio. May all of you out there stay healthy and only venture out of the house if you absolutely have to.
God Bless you all.
In our neighborhood families have put out shamrocks and now hearts outside for the kids to find as a walking scavenger hunt
I made 47 Easter cards for our church”s elderly. Hope they enjoy and know we are all thinking of them.
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Thank you for the chance to win. I have been babysitting every day for my two granddaughters, ages 5 and 1 and half. Now I am adding in homeschooling as I used to be a teacher.
I gave a desk to a family to make working from home and home schooling a little bit easier. Now they can actually eat or play games on the dining room table that isn’t covered with computers and school work.
Even before this virus, I have donated crocheted Afghans to convelesant homes, and to my church. So farI’m up to over 30.
Also “Thinking if You” cards to everyone I know, along with Easter cards.
My Stamp Class got canceled this past week, so I made 9 cards I had planned for 12 ladies. Some picked them up, just need to get the others to them when I can deliver to them. Still making more cards to send to my church families.
It’s been very rewarding. Love what I do and share what I Love.
I used this month’s Paper Pumpkin to make cards to send to family and friends. I thought it was so timely and could not resist sharing with them. I have since heard from some of them and they were so happy and upbeat receiving them. I normally send out birthdays, anniversaries, etc. but this month’s pp was just so right for the times.
Amazed at you talent for making such spectacular boxes and other beauties. Thank you for sharing.
HI, How is everyone? I mailed a package(crafting projects along mini album)to 1 of friends I’ve known since elementary with health issues before the virus. I do this frequently anyway to others. Be safe to all.
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In these trying times it is important to call your friends to check on them. We go to the grocery store once a week and call to see if we can get anything for anyone and then just leave it at their door. This blog giveaway is so generous and I love the set. Thanks for a chance to win.
Not having any planned activities as normal, I’ve enjoyed spending time playing games and going for walks with my family. It’s so nice to have this uninterrupted and unplanned time together. We’ve also gotten some items knocked off of our to do list around the home.
In an effort to help out small, local businesses, we order food out once or twice a week and give a nice tip to the delivery person to try and brighten their day.
I have made cards to send to Senior Living Communities.
I belong to a card group where we have the ability to send happy mail. So this week I randomly selected 8 individuals that had signed up to receive Happy Mail and send them a card from my stash. Who doesn’t like happy mail especially now.
A dear friend since 1968 has recently been diagnosed with cancer it is throughout his chest cavity. I’ve sent protein shakes via his daughter since we’re trying to reduce exposure risk to him. I also sent a box of Thank You cards I made for his sweet wife to use as needed. We lived next door to this wonderful couple when we got married in 1968 & have been friends ever since. They have 2 girls & we have 2 boys; our children are friends too. Please say a prayer for dear Bob as he continues his battle with cancer; a prayer for his wife & family too as she is overwhelmed at this time. Our gifts of time, love & Stampin’ Up gifts made from beautiful products are so very much needed & appreciated.
I have made face masks for service individuals to wear over their other masks as needed.
Hi Julie,
Wow, that suite is beautiful.
Hope you and your family are well.
I used my quarantined time to make cards for all the members of my women’s church group. I wanted to send a word of encouragement during this stressful time. Mailed off 24 cards in all. I’m a very social person and I sure do miss seeing other people.
I have joined a card team — making and sending cards to uplift someone going through something.
Sent positive thoughts cards to family and friends.
oh what a person could create with this beautiful bundle. thanks for all your creative ideas you share with us
have enjoyed watching my granddaughters while their parents are working. keeping them busy with homework, crafting and reading books.
Hi Julie,
I sent out cards with words of encouragement to some friends. One is elderly and another one is a nurse that I pray for every day. Making cards for others is always fun!! Thanks for the opportunity to win. – Wanda Beers
During this crazy time, I have started making “card kits” for people to stamp and/or assemble their own cards which–hopefully–they will send on to other shut-ins! And I’m about to start a live story-time for my students and grandchildren.
I have been making cards and sending them to a nursing home.
Since we can not meet up for Sunday school, I’m making them personalized Easter Cards
My niece recently found herself without a wedding venue due to cancellations and social distancing. My daughter and I hosted a small wedding for my niece in our backyard. We had lovely day and a very sweet wedding.
I have been making (and sending) more cards than I normally do to let people know I am thinking of them. Making more personal phone calls too instead of “just texting”. Many smiles shared “across the miles”.
I live in a retirement community and those of us who have a sewing machine are making masks for the non-medical staff. They are certainly going the distance making sure that we are virus free during this time, so this is one thing we can do to thank them.
I ask the neighbors every few days if there is anything
I can go and get them. I check on them daily.
I have been sending cards of love and encouragement to all my family and friends, neighbors and fellow Stampin Uppers!! I even left one in my mailbox thanking my mail lady for all that she does for me and the community.
We WILL get through this together!!
I’ve been making food and delivering to my elderly neighbor who lives alone and cannot cook. I text her daily and check in on her, and when I go out for food/grocery pick up, I see if there is anything she needs. We have to stick together-albeit at an acceptable social distance.
Finally sending out cards to people to cheer them up while social distancing. They love it. Will continue to do this. Makes them happy and makes me happy making them. All is good. Please stay safe!
David (wonderful husband) & I were at our local drug store behind a senior woman placing her items on the counter. She didn’t realize that there were limits on the number of items a person could purchase….it included a pack of toilet paper and disinfectant wipes. She seemed confused/embarrassed and started to put first the toilet tissue but David said, “We’ll take it.” Then she was told there was a limit on the disinfectant wipes and proceeded to put them away, when I said, “I will take them.” While she finished purchasing her items, I asked the cashier if she could ring the toilet paper and wipes first. Then it was our turn to check out, the cashier rang up the items and I rushed out to give the woman the items she was going to purchase. She said, “Oh, thank you!” I replied, “God bless you!” It was such a simple thing to do…thinking of my mom and mother-in-love, it was a natural thing to do.
I experienced a blessing during this time. Being a self employed barber, a customer sent me a check for his next two haircuts, even though he won’t be able to get them! Kindness is a humbling thing! So, I had to send him a card, thanking him.
I have been embroidering flour sack dish towels and giving them as a random act of kindness. I also have been sending cards to people I know who are in assisted living to get them a bit of sunshine in their mailboxes. It makes me happy to give.
With schools being closed and children not able to play and gather with their friends the community has been placing rainbows in their windows so children can count them while taking walks or driving by.
Sent a card to a little boy who had his 6th birthday during the shelter in place. His name was posted on another fb page I’m on. Used the Birthday Bonanza paper for an adorable accordion fold card.
I have been under self house arrest for three weeks so far. I have enjoyed this time in my craft room each day. So far I have made and mailed out to friends and family over 200 cards of cheer to brighten their days. This has brought me much joy during my confinement. Be well!
I have been reading everyones comments!! They are just Great!! Keep passing His love.
With so many now not allowed to leave their homes I decided to mail them thinking of you cards with a short message of
Hope and love in them. Today’s goal is to send out another batch of cards.
We have a small family farm/feed store and one of my customers came in and said she just got her check, but when she went to the store to buy necessities, there were none. She said she was on her last roll of toilet paper. I asked how many did she need that I would share. She said who in this day shares with someone especially toilet paper now. But I did make her take some but she only took one roll. You think I gave her a million dollars. So just touch someones life in some small way. I pray a lot with customers daily. some come in for just that. It touched my heart.
I made craft kits for two families with young children who live nearby and sent happy snail mail cards to several friends and family members.
Being a senior I have not ventured out to the grocery store, just making do with what I have…then a neighbor called and asked for my grocery wish list. She went to the store and got what I asked for and brought them to me putting them in my garage (to maintain social distancing). People helping people is truly a wonderful thing always but especially so during these trying times.
With the stay in place order, I’ve been able to organize all of my Stampin Up products. Now that I’m organized, I make at least 3 Thinking of You cards each day to send to friends and other Stampin Up Demos.
I bought the elderly couple in line in front of me toilet paper because there was a limit. I surprised them with it in the parking lot of the store.
awesome!! Its amazing how one small act of kindness means to someone!!!
I have been making and mailing lots of Happy Mail to family and friends to brighten their day. Feel Good Moments = Being there for each other. Our acts of kindness do make a difference no matter how big or small.
Thank you Julie for all you share to make our crafting world a better place.
Stay safe and healthy.
I bring my neighbors garbage can up to his house every week.
I bring my neighbors garbage can up to his house every week.
What a great giveaway
I have been busy making cards for Soldiers. I have made 80 so far this month. I am going for 100. Then I hope I can get them In the mail soon.
Where do you send them. Our group was trying to start that here but did not know how????
I made the March Paper Pumpkin cards and used the stamp no matter the weather and delivered them to my neighbors along with homemade cookies. Thanks so much for doing this. I just love that bundle!
I sent out the March Paper Pumpkin cards to family and friends, how appropriate is “We will weather it together “ during these trying times.
Hang out with my beautiful 19 year daughter , we played games ,made cookies and laughed a lot it is time I will always remember
Run errands for the elderly so that they do not have to be at risk of catching the COVID-19 Virus.
Aweseome!!