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Description from Elis Mom: OK. I am a bit of a private person, tho it may not seem so when you look at some of my picks on LB. Here goes:
Reading left to right, and continuing top to bottom:
I work as a nurse, but it is not who I am. However, I am a caring and nuturing person. I always try to help when I can. Eli(puppy charm) is my first dog, and I love him dearly. Garry gave him to me when he was 8 weeks old. Dixie(little blessings dog) is my rescue girl. She is soooo sweet, and when you look into her eyes, you can see into her soul. Dogs DO have souls!(eye charm). Garry is my partner of umpteen years. Just like Becky's hubby, we are 2 peas in a pod. He holds the key to my heart. Garry has been sick with a mysterious illness for the last year. Now we know what is wrong, and I am hopeful he will get better.(hope charm) This is my family.(little family blessings charm)
I live in Florida, and love the beach(sand castle charm). Other than my work shoes, all my other shoes are flip flops. But some of them are patent leather...As you walk out my front door, there is a plaque above it that reads "Let your Dreams Set Sail". When you come in the same door, there is a plaque that reads "Paradise Found". (couldn't find a charm for that). I think they are words to live by.
I don't practice a particular religeon, but I do pray.
The rest are some of my favorite stones on my wish list!
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Green Girl Pewter Hugging Puppy 20x12mmBuy this Bead: |
Green Girl Pewter Little Blessings Family 14x20mmBuy this Charm: |
Green Girl Pewter Little Blessings Puppy Love 15x18mmBuy this Charm: |
Green Girl Pewter Open Eye Dangle 19x15mmBuy this Charm: |
Green Girl Pewter Safe Angel Pendant 16x27mmBuy this Charm: |
Green Girl Shibuichi Heart Toggle 20x22mm, 19mm barBuy this Finding: |
Kylie Parry Ceramic Spring Green "Dream" Bird 10-12x28-30mmBuy this Bead: |
Pacific Blue Apatite Round 6mmBuy this Gemstone Bead: |
Peacock Potato 8mmBuy this Bead: |
TierraCast Antique Gold (plated) Clipper Ship Charm 16x19mmBuy this Charm: |
Tourmaline Flat Teardrop 3-4x5-7mmBuy this Gemstone Bead: |
Vintaj Natural Brass Flip Flop Charm 7x19mmBuy this Charm: |
Green Girl Pewter Hope Seedling 10x35mmOUT OF STOCK
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Green Girl Pewter Two Peas in a Pod 9x25mmOUT OF STOCK
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Patricia Healey Copper Small Textured Cross 21x30mmOUT OF STOCK
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On May 21, 2013 at 6:08 pm
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Chatter
beadinggma on “Sweet Magnolia”:“What a wonderful surprise to see my Sweet Magnolia pick as POD today. Most of…” read »
Gail Layne on “The Rusty Bucket”:“I actually have the acorn but haven't done anything with it yet. You've given me some…” read »
Gail Layne on “Once Upon A Time”:“Love the colors, especially the carved jasper.…” read »
Gail Layne on “Spaniard Kalera”:“I don't blame you. Love that bead and what you put with it!…” read »
N Taylor on “Spaniard Kalera”:“This is a very cool combination.…” read »
Alice t on “This Is Bollywood!!!”:“Pretty pick!…” read »
Alice t on “Czech Out The Toho”:“LOvely pick Wanda!…” read »
Alice t on “turquoise hybrid”:“Lovely pick Kate!…” read »
Crazy Chick Frida on “Sweet Magnolia”:“Congrats on POD with your lovely pick
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Kate on “Czech Out The Toho”:“Yes! These aren't even the hybrid beads and they look so complimentary to each other. Great…” read »
Laud on “Sweet Magnolia”:“We have two magnolias, one star and one saucer. They are lovely--until it's time to clean…” read »
Ams on “Playing in the Sunshine”:“Instant sunshine and a smile!…” read »
Ams on “Industry”:“Can't wear this color, but SOOOO adore it and your selections!…” read »
Ams on “Eye on the Sparrow”:“Love it!…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “It's Easy Being Green”:“Another great mixture here.…” read »
Ams on “Lost in Space”:“I will never again look at those glass beads without hearing the Lost in Space theme…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Once Upon A Time”:“Beautiful colors and elements. Gorgeous!…” read »
Ams on “Sunny Syracues Sista”:“This would be great made up - if you do, I hope you share a pic…” read »
Ams on “Medieval”:“Fantastic color play!…” read »
Ams on “Beauty Of Uncertainty”:“I hadn't seen the lady bug pendant yet - you complemented it beautifully…” read »
Ams on “turquoise hybrid”:“Lovely variations on this pick…” read »
Ams on “This Is Bollywood!!!”:“Great pick for your theme…” read »
Ams on “Experimenting”:“Peacock pearls work wonderfully!…” read »
Ams on “It's Easy Being Green”:“All of my favorite stones - POD please!…” read »
Ams on “The Rusty Bucket”:“Rich and organic!…” read »
Ams on “Sweet Magnolia”:“Congrats on POD - you captured your theme perfectly!…” read »
Ams on “Once Upon A Time”:“Love your color and selections - really nice grouping!…” read »
Lady425 aka Beth on “Sweet Magnolia”:“Your pick is beautiful - I can see several piece coming out of this! Congrats on…” read »
Melody on “It's Easy Being Green”:“Thanks
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Mary S – Sweet Chick on “It's Easy Being Green”:“Yeah! You can never go wrong with greens like this! Love it!…” read »
Mary S – Sweet Chick on “Experimenting”:“Awesome experiment Nancy! Love the textures of this purple and copper pick!…” read »
N Taylor on “It's Easy Being Green”:“The green jade is cool. Nice pick.…” read »
Lily and Jasmine on “Lily's Go Tigers!”:“Thanks for the kind welcome. I am envisioning this as a chain and beaded charm bracelet.…” read »
Gail Layne on “Teeny Tiny Owl”:“I love those acorns! Very nice pairing, especially with the new Painting with Fire bead.…” read »
Gail Layne on “Medieval”:“What an intense color combo! Very rich looking.…” read »
Gail Layne on “Sunny Syracues Sista”:“Dramatic color combo! I love the "tattered" daisy!…” read »
Gail Layne on “Spring Wedding”:“Cool! I like the gold too! It's unexpected and highlights the blue nicely.…” read »
Gail Layne on “Plum Pie”:“Pretty! I forgot how much I love plums! Sorry about the eval....…” read »
Gail Layne on “Copper Can't Handle Me Now!”:“Love this combo, especially the lamp work beads.…” read »
Gail Layne on “Beauty Of Uncertainty”:“Ohhhh! Pretty! I love everything a fav for sure!…” read »































On Jan 26, 2013 at 9:15 pm #
Julie Shane says:Susie, I am touched by your choices and your willingness to open up and share with all of us.
First, Garry is in my prayers. I hope for full recovery and many more umpteen years for your both.
Second, I can SO relate to your connection with the beach and water. It’s soothing and healing. It’s the pulse of the earth.
Third, I can’t even count how many pairs of flip flops I own. It’s all Jimmy Buffett’s fault!
On Jan 26, 2013 at 9:25 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:Awwwwww, Susie you are a nurturing person! We can all tell that and the love you have for your dogs. I am so happy you finally know what Garry has been battling for so long. My prayers will also be for his healing and your strength. And dang if I haven’t caught that beach bug in 2 short trips to Key West! I hope you and Julie know how lucky you are.
Hugs, Friend!!!!
On Jan 26, 2013 at 9:57 pm #
Deb Harding says:Susie I learned about your caring nuturing nature not long after I found LB.
Your generous spirit is always evident in your comments. I’m sorry to hear about Garry’s mysterious illness also, you both will be in my thoughts. Love on your doggies for me…a person that truly loves their pets is a blessed person because they receive it back tenfold.
On Jan 26, 2013 at 11:23 pm #
OK Jacki says:Susie, thanks for sharing. Your charms & comments are beautiful. First, prayers for Garry for full healing & many more great times ahead for you. Have loved getting to know you & Eli & Dixie since I first visited LB Fresh Picks. Fur babies help to keep us young… & as Deb said, the rewards we get back from our fur babies & their unconditional love is priceless. Love your flip flop charm. My dearest friend recently turned 60 & we thru a flip flop party. She has about 50+ now i think. Awesome fashion accesory for every cool chickie.
Hugs!
On Jan 26, 2013 at 11:24 pm #
Elis Mom says:Thanks for your love, Julie, Becky, and Deb!
Here is a photo of my furkids:
On Jan 26, 2013 at 11:30 pm #
Elis Mom says:Thanks, Jacki! Many good times in the new year to you! Your friend with all the flip flops must be a hoot!
On Jan 26, 2013 at 11:31 pm #
Deb Harding says:Oh my gosh they are adorable!!!
On Jan 26, 2013 at 11:39 pm #
Elis Mom says:Thanks, Deb! They have both been calendar kids in the last few years. Alas, they are getting older, and I don’t think they will be in any more…too stressful for them to go thru a sitting.
On Jan 26, 2013 at 11:47 pm #
MaryLou says:Your ‘ babies ‘ are so very cute ; they even smile for the camera!
God bless you and yours, and thanks for sharing some of yourself with us!
On Jan 27, 2013 at 9:37 am #
puppychick labratbecky says:Your dogs are beautiful! they look so happy–it’s because mommy takes such good loving care of them.
On Jan 27, 2013 at 11:13 am #
Crazy Beader says:Thanks for sharing yourself with us – - it’s so interesting to know all the dimensions of the other women who are drawn to beads and making jewelry. Your fur children are even more charming than your pick – - although it’s great !
On Jan 27, 2013 at 11:48 am #
Laud says:I’m so glad to get to know you a bit better, though I had to chuckle over the patent-leather flip flops. (We’re about to have an ice storm; the idea of bare toes feels like the ghost of a dream.) Hope your husband regains his health. And yes, animals do have souls!
On Jan 27, 2013 at 3:24 pm #
J Yee smart chick says:Susie, I am so touched by your lovely and caring Pick for all those in your life whom you care about, including your husband Garry, and your two dogs Eli and Dixie – so glad for you that you’ve discovered what your husband’s mysterious illness is, sending my prayers to you and him for his healing and recovery –
sure appreciate what else you’ve shared about who you are – can relate to having dog companions, and owning lots of flip flops – I have one lovely kitty, miss Stella, and flip flops (I am originally from Hawaii) despite living in the Pacific NW!
On Jan 27, 2013 at 3:26 pm #
OK Jacki says:Love Dixie & Eli’s smiles. They have ‘puppy star power’
On Jan 27, 2013 at 5:14 pm #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Very touching pick, Susie! I hope Garry will be better soon, good to know what it’s. Your furbabies is adorable
On Jan 27, 2013 at 6:44 pm #
Elis Mom says:Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers.Garry is starting to feel better, and the last week or so has been very good for him. He even gained some weight!
On Jan 28, 2013 at 2:54 pm #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Glad to hear that he feel better! How is the pups?
On Jan 28, 2013 at 9:15 pm #
Elis Mom says:Thanks, Frida! Eli is holding his own. 11 years old now, and slowing down, but still likes good round of fetch. Dix is not as well. 12 years old. Her spine is bad, and she can’t walk very well…am saving up for a wheelchair for her. Going to try accupuncture next week. She is still a very happy girl, tho. Just a bit slow these days.