Well , I apologize for the delay in posting this last entry on the Progressive Page Layout, but it has indeed been an exciting last 10 days or so as my computer slowed to a crawl not allowing me to do much in the way of imaging or creative stuff…and finally dying on Saturday, luckily though the new one had already been ordered and had actually arrived ahead of schedule (Phew!)and the old hard drive kept ‘kicking’ just long enough to transfer to the new one.

The question was raised in last weeks class, ‘Just why would you build a page this way’ and I suppose the best answer would be that not everyone is comfortable with creating 12 x 12 pages and are very intimidated by trying to ‘fill-up’ 288 sq inches of space in an appealing, attractive format. By starting out small with a 6 x 6 then building up to an 8 1/2 x 11 and then finally finishing a 12 x 12 layout ( times 2) is much simplier. It’s sort of like gardening, not many people are comfortable with large garden spaces. It’s easier and more satisfying to start small, get the hang of things and gradually work your way up. Progressive Page Building may not be for the more experienced scrapbook enthusiaist, but there are lots of folks out there that need a bit of encouragement and sense of accomplishment along the way! Have a great week!

Fall is by far my most favorite time of year because I love the cool mornings and chilly evenings. The stress of long, hot summer days has subsided and it seems to be much easier to laugh and smile. It’s a time to gather with family and enjoy country fairs, parades, and being together. Some of my most treasured memories of my parents revolve around this time of year and so I chose these photos of them with my boys when they were little to celebrate this month’s layout.