Category Archives: Scrapbook

Jerusalem

Posted on May 20, 2016 by marianpackard

I’ve been thinking a lot about Jerusalem lately. Perhaps it’s because of the continued  terrorist violence the city is experiencing. Perhaps it’s because the world’s eyes will be intently watching Israel more and more during the end times. I will … Continue reading →

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A Boy and His Plaid

Posted on May 7, 2014 by marianpackard

What can I say about a young man and his plaid pleasure?! Perhaps it is because I dressed Michael in plaid when he was a baby! Perhaps it is because his Dad, Grandpa and three uncles all have worn plaid … Continue reading →

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Creative Crisis vs. Creative Calm

Posted on January 18, 2014 by marianpackard

A Creative Crisis: my thoughts are tempest tossed How would I define a creative crisis? What throws me into a panic and forces me into an adrenaline rush in order to seek a solution?  It’s after midnight and I have … Continue reading →

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Keeper or Tosser?

Posted on June 2, 2013 by marianpackard

I recently read a journal prompt: keeper or tosser? Ha! That’s an easy answer for me. It requires no thought. Immediately my fingers began to type. I am soooooo a keeper! In fact, after David and I were married, we visited his parents … Continue reading →

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The Driskell Dames

Posted on May 23, 2013 by marianpackard

Doyce Driskell, Ezzie Wheeler Driskell, Velma Driskell, 1934, Miami, Florida             Carrie, Ruth, Naomi and Martha Driskell about 1930, Forsyth Co., Georgia   My mother, Doyce, and my grandmother had gone to visit Aunt Velma after … Continue reading →

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10 Things I Need for Creativity

Posted on May 16, 2013 by marianpackard

This post is an exciting one for me. First, I’m writing about creativity and this is something dear to my creative soul! Secondly, I am participating in my first blog circle. We are a group of artists and writers who … Continue reading →

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A Plethora of Paper

Posted on February 22, 2013 by marianpackard

Yesterday I posted about the paper products we have enjoyed using during February. So as long as we’re talking paper, let’s talk about the beautiful pages I use for scrapbooking and art journaling. I love to organize the 12×12 paper … Continue reading →

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In Memory of Sunshine Point

Posted on February 20, 2013 by marianpackard

  Clark and Fritzie Packard began taking their four boys to Washington State’s Mt. Rainier National Park for family picnics. Each had been many times to the park before they were even married. Their favorite spot was called Sunshine Point, … Continue reading →

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I Left My Mark

Posted on February 18, 2013 by marianpackard

My parents were so proud of our new Chevy, a two tone green ’53. It was the first new family car we had since moving from Georgia to Florida. I really thought it was mine, too! I heard my mother … Continue reading →

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The Battle of Cumberland Gap

Posted on February 13, 2013 by marianpackard

 In memory of  Henry Harrison “Yankee” Lancaster (1843-1919)  His mother was Hannah Harriet Driskell, sister of my 3rd great grandfather.  Several years ago our family visited Cumberland Gap. We spent the night in a 200 year old cabin, rich with history. … Continue reading →

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