Paloma the Peace Dove

Hello Everyone!

Today I have a special post for you, as I am here to share the adventures I had with Paloma the Peace Dove. Paloma was created by Lys of Impression Scrap after the horrid and tragic events in France last year. Paloma is travelling around the world to spread the message of peace.  This is what Lys had to say:

"After the shock, anger, nausea... what to say, what to do?

I have only the weapons made of paper and words....

I can face violence only with my value and beliefs.

Freedom and peace are the ones I wished to give today.

My little dove of simple paper

For her I make a wish: could she take flight,

And give all around the world her freedom and peace message"

Paloma came to me after visiting Anne of Redanne. She has already had adventures with Sandy of Simply Sandy, Sara Emily of sarascloset and Alison of Words and Pictures.

Lys asked that we photograph Paloma in a place that represents peace and freedom to us, so here is the story of our adventure together as I took Paloma to the lake, where I find the most peace.

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The first place I took Paloma was to a little hiding spot by the lake. Paloma sat on a branch and I sat on the bench and I talked to her about the importance of appreciating nature. All creatures great and small are amazing and miraculous, each in their own way. With so many bees and trees dying this last year, every leaf is precious and every life is invaluable.

The next place I took Paloma was to see the flowering trees. Here, I talked to her about the importance of stopping to smell the flowers. Never take for granted what you have. Good health, family and friends, these are just a few of the joys not everyone gets to experience. I told Paloma to enjoy each day like it's the most wonderful day there ever could be.

The last place I took Paloma was to the dock. Here, we didn't talk at all. We just sat and enjoyed the peace, and silently hoped and wished for the rest of the world... that they would also enjoy peace.

It was an honour to be a part of Paloma's travels, and as I send her off to her next destination, I send all my wishes for her to have a wonderful adventure when she arrives. And to everyone I wish a peaceful existence.

Hugs, Pamellia :)

Frilly and Funkie - Oh the Places You’ll Go

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It's time for another challenge over at Frilly and Funkie. Zoe is our hostess this time around and she has chosen the theme "Oh the Places You’ll Go". She would like you to make a vintage or shabby chic project with travel as the central theme. Think planes, trains, automobiles, ships, maps, globes. One lucky winner will receive a $25 gift certificate to Linda's shop The Funkie Junkie Boutique!

The background layer has a subtle texture paste design that I added using the Tim Holtz flourish stencil which I sprinkled with Pumice Stone embossing powder. I also added some stamping using Pumice Stone ink to match.

The large filigree bronze corner piece was heat embossed with white embossing powder to give it a shabby chic appearance. The papers are all from Pion Design and the butterflies are from Graphic 45.

UPDATE:
My card won awards in the following wonderful challenges:

Use Your Stuff - Challenge #223 Heat Embossing
Crafty Creations - Challenge 315 - Monochromatic 

The ABC Challenge - H is for Heavy (Load up those dies & embellishments)
- Kort o Mania - # 153 Vintage/ shabby chic

Southern Ridge Trading Company - May Challenge - Anything Feminine
(Southern Ridge chipboard used - Spring Fresh Swirl Corners)

 

    

All of the following products that I used can be purchased at The Funkie Junkie Boutique

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I met two gentlemen on my outing this weekend and showed them around my lovely home a bit. Turns out they run a website called Hiking the GTA. They wrote up an article about the community where I live, and I'm in it!!! They refer to me as the lady with a purse full of peanuts! It's an interesting read about how my home came to be, if anyone would care to take a peek. The article - Lakes Aquitaine and Wabukayne.

Lots of rain this weekend. The world is so pretty when it's wet, so I went in search of the perfect rain drop!

Turns out I found more than raindrops. This sweet raccoon hiding behind a tree.

A beautiful male Cardinal on the hunt for some lunch. I gave him a peanut of course!

A family of geese taking a stroll on the path.

My deserted boardwalk. So calm and serene. I love the sound of the rain down here!

My token morning coffee shot:

Have you ever wondered about the true definition of the saying "Sad and Pathetic"?? Well I finally have an answer for you. Two actually...

MR SCRUFF when he's wet

and PUMPKIN when she's wet!
GOOD GRIEF!

That's it for today. Thank you for stopping in and for all the amazing comments. If you have any questions or interesting tidbits about today's wildlife, please let me know.