I am still away as I write this Blog post but I am so excited to share the cards I created for this Blog hop. I am a dog lover. I also grew up with German Shepherds; they hold a special place in my heart. They are the most loving, protective, faithful companions in the whole world.

This first card reminded me of my childhood dog named Snooky. I kept this card simple.

The second card is a bit funny! I wanted to create simple cards and just highlight the dog images on this stamp set. They are just beautiful.

The third card is my favorite. It is a Christmas shaker card. It is finally officially appropriate to decorate for Christmas after Thanksgiving so I can’t wait to get back home and start decorating my home.

This is a blog hop and Jessica Lynn Original is having a HUGE Black Friday sale, specials on Brentwood packs. Please do not forget to check out www.jessicalynnoriginal.com to avail the sales. I am the last person on the hop but if you guys haven’t checked out the other post from our wonderful design team, this is the order of the hop:

Jessica – http://jessicalynnoriginalstamps.blogspot.com/

Sharon – http://sharonshowcase.blogspot.com/

Jeanette – http://creativeplayischeaperthantherapy.blogspot.com/
Vickie – http://stuffbyvickie.blogspot.com/

Jennifer – http://glitterinmyhair.blogspot.com/…/11/JLOblackfriday.html
Amanda – http://wombatleu.blogspot.com/

Maria – https://mariarusselldesigns.wordpress.com/ (you are here)

Celebrate your family. Celebrate life and health. I am thankful for my family and friends, and each and every one of you. Happy thanksgiving!