My Chaotic Realm

I know it seems like a lot of money...$99.95 IS a lot of money.! But then I looked at what all the Big Shot from Sizzix can do and I decided it was worth it. I really like that the Big Shot Run can use all sorts of dies and folders from many manufactures (Spellfinders, Dreamweavers, Cuttlebug, My Paper Studio, etc)to cut and emboss on a wide variety of materials. And, if you've been waiting for the right time to purchase a Big Shot, that time is August! When you buy a Big Shot during the month of August, you'll receive your choice of one of five FREE exclusive stamp set and Framelits bundles --that's up to a $60 US value absolutely free! If you already own a Big Shot, we're also offering a 15-percent discount on these select bundles. Check back on August 1 to get all of the details on my website http://chaotickristi.stampinup.net/ Big Shot $99.95 Table by StampinBuddy. Try it FREE.

This is my first ever Creative Challenge submission. Thought I would go ahead and make one for camping since my bestie & I just got back from a wonder-filled 8 days of camping and hiking and sights. Here is the sketch that we had to follow: I distressed the edges of the mat & background pieces. Banner Framelits used for mat under lantern. Lantern is stamped on leftover piece of pool party paper where I used scalloped edge punch on (under sentiment). The sentiment & the lantern are from "The Great Outdoors" stamp set. All supplies are StampinUp! and are available from my online store (see links below). Neutrals 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock $6.95 The Great Outdoors Clear Stamp Set $21.95 Scallop Edge Border Punch $15.95 Banners Framelits Die $26.95 Subtles 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock $6.95 Table by StampinBuddy. Try it FREE.

Well, we made it out and back...what a wonderful trip! Georgia, Tennesse, N Carolina, Alabama and then back to Mississippi, all in 8 days. Lots of falls, caverns, hiking and sights along the way. Before I left for vacation, a friend of a friend asked me about the job I do and if I thought her daughter would be suited for it. Explained I ws unable to determine suitability but that I could explain a typical day to her. After I did, she decided to not even bring it up to her daughter. Most people think I have a cushy job because I only work (in a typical week) 3 days a week. Even though those 3 days garner me anywhere from 34-39 hours, they still think "Oh, still only 40 hours... and 4 days off...great deal!" So, I told my corkers about the chat and they, too, rolled their eyes. It was mentioned I should line out just what a day in dialysis looks like... so I did! Here it is.. good luck deciphering it 515-545am Build, prime, test & recirculate 4 to 6 machines 545a...