Monday, May 11th Update: Everything is going well. Mom is sleeping a lot, which is good for her healing. She's eating well, and her pain is manageable. She sends her thanks and best wishes. __________________ Mom, is doing well. The doctor said everything went great and that she should get some immediate pain relief and with time, a little more mobility. Won't know how much until things have had time to heal and she has had time to rebuild her strength. She truly appreciates your continued care and support and hopes to be back with you soon. Knowing mom, it won't be too long.

Good luck tomorrow Lynda. Hope your operation goes brilliantly for you xxx❤️💚💕

Welcome to Pages in Bloom — a month of floral art journaling during May using old magazines, scrap paper, book pages, packaging, tissue paper, and any bits you have on hand. This challenge is about enjoying the creative process and making flower-themed pages in a way that works for you. There is no pressure to complete every day or use every prompt. The prompts are simply there for inspiration. Your goal is to create as many pages as feels convenient and enjoyable for your own schedule, choosing whichever prompts spark your interest. Some may make one page all month, some may make ten, and some may create every day — all are welcome. Perfect for Beginners No drawing skills needed No fancy supplies required. Just glue, scissors, paper, and a willingness to play. What You’ll Need: Old magazines Scrap paper Glue stick or other glue medium Scissors Journal, sketchbook, or loose paper Optional: markers, stamps, paint, stickers, washi tape Prompt Ideas for Inspiration Day 1: One Big Bloom – Create a page with one oversized flower Day 2: Petal Parade – Fill the page with flower petals only. Day 3: Garden Colors – Use only pink, yellow, and green scraps. Day 4: Tiny Bouquet – Make a small bouquet in the center of the page. Day 5: Wildflowers – Create a loose and free wildflower page. Day 6: Floral Border – Decorate the edges with flowers. Day 7: Flower Market – Cut flowers from magazines like a market display. Day 8: Blue Bloom – Make a floral page using shades of blue. Day 9: Vase of Flowers – Create flowers arranged in a vase or jar. Day 10: Spring Garden – Fill the page with blooms and greenery. Day 11: Daisy Day – Use daisies or daisy-like flowers.

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What started as a simple collection of easy listening stories is becoming something much more meaningful—an extension of our Cozy Makers Club community itself. This Library of Easy Listening isn’t just content… It’s a resource. It’s a place where creators can: - Find calm, steady background audio while working on projects - Set the tone for creative flow without distraction - Rest their minds while still feeling inspired - Step into stories that gently spark new ideas Whether you’re writing, crafting, designing, or simply taking a quiet moment for yourself, this library is here to support your rhythm. And we’re just getting started. Today, we're adding The Whispering Tent Stories—a dedicated children’s section designed with the same gentle, calming tone you already love. This means your creative space can extend into family time… giving little ones a cozy place to listen, imagine, and unwind right alongside you. This section will include: - The Whispering Tent - Ages 5-9 - The Whispering Tent Mysteries - Ages 9-12 - Between Heartbeats - Ages 15-18 Because creativity doesn’t live in isolation—it lives in the atmosphere we build around us. This library is part of that atmosphere. A shared space. A quiet companion. A creative resource for all of us… and now, for the whole family.