Cards for Heroes is a wonderful organization that sends cards to our troops who are stationed all over the world. In honor of “Memorial Day” they are holding a blog hop. I hope you can take the time to visit http://cardsforheroes.org/bloghop and visit the hop and consider donating cards to their wonderful cause…and make sure to visit the next blog on “CFH Blog Hop” the link is at the end of this post…
This is my card that I will be donating and in addition another 25 military cards.
I used stamps from Sugar Lump Studios
Military Honor set. The stamp features my Dad during WWII (as seen in the photo below)…you can win this plate through CFH RAK this weekend…check out their blog for details!
I am the daughter of a World War II veteran and the mother of an Army Sergeant (a.k.a. Sgt. Sugar Lump to my blogging friends)who had a tour to Iraq from October 2007 – December 2008. Cards for Heroes and many other wonderful people supported him with cards, and packages during his deployment. They also supported Mama with encouragement, prayers, and a constant shoulder for me to cry when I was in need.
Although, I grew up supporting our service men and women, I never knew the sacrifice they make until my own child went into the Army. I often reflect on my own Grandmother who had three son’s all stationed throughout the world during WWII and the courage and strength that carried her through that time.
I am grateful that my son had Internet access during his deployment and Myspace was a lifesaver. I could check on his status some days to make sure after reading a headline that he *might* be alright. Not so for my Grandmother who would wait months to hear from one of her sons.
I often feel that my Dad who passed in September 2006, was my son’s “Guardian Angel” while in Iraq. A few months before he came home his vehicle hit an IED and God also made sure that my son would be protected. Andrew says the most difficult adjustment in coming back to the states (he is stationed at Fort Stewart, Georgia) was getting used to not having to “drive down the middle of the road” because in Iraq they had to do so with their vehicles to try and avoid IED’s.
The next blog to follow on the CFH Blog Hop is http://deckledana.blogspot.com/. Dana has beautiful cards on her blog and cats too! :) Please make sure to visit her and if you somehow came in the blog hop in the middle (we have over 100 participants) you can go back to CFH and start at the beginnning.
Let us all remember those who have protected and served our country! Godspeed to all our troops and Happy Memorial Day! :) Bless you!
All of your cards are gorgious Nancy! Sugarlump stamps are perfect for patriotic cards. I can't believe I forgot to pull mine out. Next time.
nancy, this is a great Memorial day post, and the blog hoppers will love a glimpse into the mama of a true hero! Well done my friend!
I enjoyed reading your post, Nancy. Your cards are wonderful and the thought behind them is a tribute to you. I can't imagine what it must be like to have a child in a field of war.
On a brighter note, your Dad is so handsome. His two friends in the photo pale into insignificance.
What an absolutely worthy and wonderful project. Your post and photos are overwhelming to me. My father served in WWII. Our military is our country's most precious asset.
As far as you wishing your were up at the Mighty Mac, it's a litle gloomy here this morning but promises to be a sunny afternoon. And, anytime, anytime you want to come up this way, let me know. I have a guest bedroom with your name on it☺
oh, Nancy! Your cards are beautiful and your words always touch my heart! It was great seeing the photos and hearing about the men that inspired your stamps!
Your cards are stunning! Thanks to you and your family for the sacrifices you have made for freedom.
Great card!
Thank you so much for sharing all about your wonderful family who have given so much for us!
Wonderful cards Nancy, and such a great post – I always think of Sgt. Sugarlump and all that you went through as a family during his deployments. God bless!
Wow, what an awesome post—I am getting all teary-eyed. How cool that your own father is on a stamp….thanks for sharing this part of your life with us!
LeAnne
What beautiful cards!! I love seeing your family photos and reading your post! That stamp of your dad is so cool! What a group of heroes you have!
Your cards are beautiful. Your son's service to our country is greatly appreciated.
Your cards are amazing.. and loved reading your post..
Hope you have a safe and happy Memorial Day ♥
Wonderful card! Please thank your son for his service to our great country! {{cheers}}
WOW!! Your cards are so gorgeous!! Beautiful vintage styles!! I love it!! WOW! What a story with your pictures!! How inspiring!! Thanks for sharing!! :)
thanks for sharing those pics and part of your history!!
Oooh – such great pics!
So happy to be doing the blog hop for such a good cause with such a great, generous group of talented peeps! *smile*
What a wonderful tribute to your military family. You really brought it all home giving faces to who we are making these cards for. Blessing & thank your family members for their service
This is such an exciting event!
Thanks so much for sharing your story & a big THANK YOU to your family!
Hi Nancy,
Great cards!! Thank you for sharing your story and pics. Keep creating and giving!!
Have a SWEET and SAFE Memorial Day Weekend!!
thanks for sharing your fabulous cards and photos.
Oh Nancy, isn't it hard to imagine our dads as being as young as they look in their WWII uniforms?
Your cards are beautiful. Your son one to be proud of!
Thanks for the inspiration.
I like your card. I hope you make more. Thank you for letting us see your card. Love, Gigi Nolan (age 7)
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Wow, I love your card. Love the torn edges. Plus it is so cool that your dad is on a stamp! That's awesome!
Thank you so much for sharing your family's story.
How cool that you made a stamp using your Dad's picture!
Wonderful projects. Thanks for sharing your story!
gorgeous stamps and cards! Thank you to your son for his service and dedication to this country! As a military spouse of a currently deployed solider I can relate to your story! CFH is doing a wonderful thing! I will definately be looking into helping out!
My son did his basic training at Ft. Benning He graduated basic at the end of June of 2006 and then Airborne at the end of July 2006. Thank you so for his service!! My son was in Afghan land as he calls it. He is in Italy with the 173rd Airborne now. Thank you for helping with this project. Your cards are beautiful
such a nice vintage look. Thanks for supporting Cards for Heroes.
Nancy, Hey Doll! Did I ever tell you how handsome all the men in your family are? Such a good lookin' group! Thank you so very much for supporting CFH!
As always, your ART rocks the house! Fabulous cards!
Hi Nancy!!
Love your cards! How nice of you to share so many with CFH, and thanks for sharing your family photos with us too! Love that sheet of rubber, and the stencil style USA, medals, photos … all of it! Have a wonderful weekend!
Cindi
Wow, I love your gorgeous style and the beautiful cards you created. What an inspiring post, thanks for sharing the story and the great photos. My son is in the Marines and is in Iraq now. I so appreciate Cards for Heroes and their mission to brighten the lives of our heroes around the world.
Blessings to you!
hi Nancy, this is so cool.. you cards are so gorgeously vintage and so meaningful with your loved one on them. I am so visiting your Etsy shop. thanks for joining the hop. :)
Hello Nancy darlin!!!!!
Awesome awesome photos and cards… What a wonderful family….
Thank you so much for all you have done, with Grace and dignity as a mother of a soldier!
You are a fabulous woman!
I am so touched and moved by your blog, and I think your cards are such a delight. thanks for letting me stop by.
enjoying the hop
Wonderful cards! And thanks for the introduction to my blog. :)
wonderuful cards Nancy.
thank you for sharing the photos and the story!
happy memorial day to you too
hugs
claudia
Wow, I absolutely LOVE your cards, truly unique and awesome!!! Thanks for sharing your experiences and the photos of your son. I, too, believe he was watched over…
I love all of the cards. They are so wonderful. Thanks for sharing your families past and present military service with us.
Wow, what super great cards! Loved seeing the photos and reading your story, thanks for sharing. Hugs!
Thank you so much for sharing your cool cards and very enlightening photos of your family, past to present. ~Blythe, Mi Wuk Village, CA
Thank you so much for sharing so much of your family history with us. Prayers for all of your family members, past and present, who have served. Amazing cards!!!
I love how you incorporate your pictures into your cards. Awesome! TFS!
Wonderful post. How awesome that there is a stamp with your Dad's image. TFS
Great post and fantastic cards!!
Gorgeous cards Nancy! Thank you for sharing your story! Thank you to your son!
gosh, that card is fabulous!
What a wonderful family history of service! I am a military wife, and can't imagine having a child serving – I secretly pray they don't because I don't know how I'd be able to handle it!
Thank you for what you are doing by participating in this wonderful organization to help support our loved ones when they are so far from home!
Your card is awesome!
I especially found great interest in reading about your Dad, uncle & son. So moving for this weekend…….
Please thank your son from me for his service to our country.
Thank you for your comment on my blog!
Smiles
Thanks for sharing your family's story and blessings to your son.
Love your cards, Sugarlump sets are great. Thanks for sharing.
Your cards are beautiful, I am have been writing down all the sets I need to get my hands on and this is one of them, awesome! Thankyou to your family for all of their contributions to the military and this country!
What absolutely gorgeous cards! And an amazing tribute to your family. Please thank your son for his service to our country.
Wishing you and your family all the best this Memorial Day. From one veteran to a family of another.
Nancy,
thanks for sharing your story with us as well as your cards. I'm glad to have found this organization. Your story helps us put faces and names to those who so selflessly give us the little things we take for granted.
Thank you for sharing! Your cards are very nice!
My husband was in Iraq and almost died of dehydration. I am glad to have him back safely.
Thank you for your support!
Your post is very moving and your pics of your military men are just wonderful. I admire you as a mom…I can't imagine being in your shoes. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing your touching stories!
In addition to sending some cards, I'm trying to do my little bit for CFH. I have added a link to this blog hop and embedded the CHF youtube video on my blog. I hope it brings many more people to participate in this wonderful group.
Thanks for all you do!
Great cards Nancy
Nancy,
God Bless your son for serving in Iraq, and thank heavens he came home in one piece. I have a friend in the Army who had to go over there 3 times since this war started. My nephew who is in the Navy on an aircraft carrier went over to the Persian Gulf twice. Both came home safe each time.
Great cards! God Bless!
Lisa A.
Nancy,
God Bless your son for serving in Iraq, and thank heavens he came home in one piece. I have a friend in the Army who had to go over there 3 times since this war started. My nephew who is in the Navy on an aircraft carrier went over to the Persian Gulf twice. Both came home safe each time.
Great cards! God Bless!
Lisa A.
Nancy,
God Bless your son for serving in Iraq, and thank heavens he came home in one piece. I have a friend in the Army who had to go over there 3 times since this war started. My nephew who is in the Navy on an aircraft carrier went over to the Persian Gulf twice. Both came home safe each time.
Great cards! God Bless!
Lisa A.
Nancy,
God Bless your son for serving in Iraq, and thank heavens he came home in one piece. I have a friend in the Army who had to go over there 3 times since this war started. My nephew who is in the Navy on an aircraft carrier went over to the Persian Gulf twice. Both came home safe each time.
Great cards! God Bless!
Lisa A.
great card and thanks for sharing!
Nancy I so love reading your stories and how you share your memories. They always pull at my heart strings and I'm so glad you share the tales and photos of times gone by as well as the more recent news in your family.
Your cards are gorgeous and even more special having those fab stamps on them (they're on my to buy list… just waiting for the pennies..lol)
Have a wonderful weekend my friend.
hugs
Chris xx
Thank you for sharing your family with us. Your cards are wonderful. Thank you agin.
Wonderful post! And all the pictures. Thank you so much for sharing your cards and memories.
Wow, fantastic cards.
Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts in your blog! Love your card!
oooh my….I LOVE that you used such special pics to make your cards..just fabulous!!
wonderful reading too…hugs
Great cards! Thanks for supporting such a fabulous cause.
Thanks for sharing your story Nancy.. and for the support of CFH. My oldest left for Boot Camp this week and the hop has been very uplifting for me. Enjoy your holiday weekend~
Thank you for sharing your story! I loved reading it. I think we are very fortunate in these modern times with all the technology we have available. Makes it a little easier to stay in touch, even though the miles separating military families are still seemingly endless at times, I'm sure. I hope that your son will continue to stay safe!!!
Your blog entry was very moving. Love your cards. Thank you for your support to our military.
Oh that is so cool! I love how you incorporated the photo of your dad.
Well done on your card!
I added your site to my Google Reader!
Long live our Heroes!
~ginny
Wonderful cards and I love to read the stories of your famly members. thanks for all of your efforts for the heroes.
Nancy, this is such a beautiful post. Your creative work is a lovely tribute to all those special men in your life who have served in the military. The photos of your dad are a treasure. Thank you for sharing them with us.
Thank you for sharing your family story. And your cards are very special
Nancy – WOW! Thanks for sharing about your military heroes. It is touching to remember those who serve and know that we enjoy the freedoms because of them. Blessings to you on this weekend that we especially remember them all.
Beautiful cards and a wonderful post! Thank you!!
thanks for sharing you story! it was awesome to read!! beautiful cards!!!
Thank you for sharing about your family members and their service to our country. Amazing men and women they all are. Happy Memorial day!
The cards are gorgeous. Thanks for sharing your stories.
Your cards (and story) are incredible. What a handsome bunch of men in your family.
The inspiration I'm getting seeing all this creativity on the bloghop is fantastic!
Isn't this bloghop an amazing event?? I had never heard of CFH before and I'm looking forward to celebrating Memorial Day with my kids as we make cards to send in to CFH. :)
Great cards!!! Thanks for sharing a part of your life with us – it's so important to remember those who have served and are serving to keep us safe here at home. Thank you very much!
What a moving tribute to such important people! Thanks for your work with CFH. I'm working on more myself this weekend!
your cards are great. And tell your family thank you for defending our country.
I know whomever receives it will love it. And I know they definitely deserve something so beautiful.
M.E.
WoW! Love this plate and the cards made with it. Thanks for sharing
your story. I have never heard of Sugarlump stamps, but will be sure to check them out.
ceshark at aol dot com
Loved reading about your personal connections to the military!
Thank you so much for sharing your story and your heart in your post…I loved reading it. What and incredible heritage of service your family has!
Your cards are wonderful. Thanks for sharing your family photos with us all ;)
That's a great idea, to use personal photos for your cards. Best wishes.
Love your creations!
I looooooove all of your cards! Such cool vintage work. Thanks for your insights and journaling, and the support you give to CFH, even though you are the mama to one.
Love your card! Please keep on supporting CFH – they are such an amazing group. My husband is a Naval Gulf War vet. I am inspired by how all the bloggers support each other too! Have an amazing weekend.
Marcy
what a family!!!!! Great cards to. thanks to all of you for your sacrifices!
Thanks for being part of CFH.. nice cards and thanks for share your story.
Fabulous cards, and thank you for sharing your story. I can't imagine how a mother must feel when her own flesh and blood is overseas. God bless you!
Dear Nancy,
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for such a poignant stroll through your dad, uncle and son's
service for our country. You have/had some mighty handsome men in your family.
My grandmother's two sons (dad & uncle) were in the Army, WW II at the same time too. I concur, I don't know how she survived with both sons off fighting in a war at the same time.
I am a military mom too. My Army son deployed to Iraq November 2005 through November 2006. His convoy was hit by an IED at several times. One hit causing death and injuries. My son's best friend didn't make it. I can't imagine the devastation that day. I know my son is still working through his grief.
I have two Marine sons, one is doing his work-up training as I type, to deploy to Iraq in October. He is 4th Recon, Special Forces. My other son is stationed stateside, and doing a good job.
The world of technology is a lifesaver for mothers, families and loved ones today. I can't imagine making it through a year without any communication.
Your blog truly blessed me. I will be back to visit. I was diagnosed with breast cancer this past July and have had a rough go of it, but my military sons were amazing to help me through and not let me give up.
Thank you for being a part of CFH, and for your son's service to our country.
What an inspiration you are to all of us.Thanks for your generous spirit and patriotism. I love the vintage feel of your work. I have bookmarked you so I can visit again.I have hundreds of photos from decades of relatives I inherited from my mother. I want to scrap them in a meaningful way but just can't get started. Maybe now I can. I will be back.
What beautiful cards and a very moving post. God bless you.
Praise God your son is safe, thank you for sharing with us!
Awww I am so glad I finally got to your blog, Nancy! I knew I'd get to see pics of Sgt Sugarlumps!!!! :) What a super post, with all your family members!
And of course you know I'm loving the CARDS! One of my most-used stamps on AnyHero cards is the Bless Our Troops one :)
Thanks for being part of our hop–and for your prize donation! Wheeeeeeeee!!!!!! Hop hop hoppin away now!
Hi Nancy, Awesome to see you here creating for our heros!!
Lynn Stevns
Love your cards!!! You should be very proud of the men in your family… Love your post…. thanks for sharing.
Thanks for sharing. The cards using the old photos are great.
Your cards are beautiful and your post even more so. Love your blog too- I'll be back!
Hi Nancy! Your cards and photos are wonderful! What a nice tribute to all the heroes in your life! The stamps are great!!
Kerilou
Oh my goodness. Your story is amazing. I can only imagine what you and your grandmother have felt. My oldest son leaves for Marine boot camp on Aug 17th and I'm already worried. He's a strong young man and I'm very proud of him. Thanks for sharing your story, for sharing your talent with our service men and women and for hoppin'. This has been so inspirational.
Thanks a ton for sharing your story!! Your cards are great, very well done!!
Happy Memorial Day! All of your cards are beautiful and thank you for your creativity and dedication to this great cause. We are proud and grateful to your son and other family members who have served in the armed forces. TFS such a wonderful tribute to them.
: ) Sb
Very pretty! I love it all! Thanks for supporting our men & women in service. Happy Memorial Day!
your cards are SO amazing! I love the vintage look! Thank you to you and your family for serving our Country! Bless you!
Stunning cards. I love the stamps made from the pictures. And the pictures themselves are priceless. Wonderful post. And so glad your son arrived home safely.
I enjoyed reading your post thank you for sharing with us! love your cards!
what a specail page and cards
What a wonderful post… I am so touched by all in your family that has served our country. Our deepest thanks for your sacrifice. What a wonderful honor and tribute to have your dad's image and his buddies made into a stamp. So special. TFS.
beautiful cards and huge thanks to your family for their service!
Thank you for sharing your family photos, it makes it everything so real. The cards are great, I love those stamps.
nancy, your cards are sooo beautiful. :) i have been reading your blog for a long time and am well aware of the numerous sacrifices your family has made for our contry. God bless you all! hugs! :)
have a wonderful memorial day!
Your cards are just beautiful. TFS
love love love your contribution to this wonderful organization. I will be joining in myself
Thanks for sharing
I love the way you used the picture in your card. It is wonderful. Your other pictures of family serving are inspiring.
Thank you,
Terry F.
Nancy – thanks so much for sharing your story…even though I know of you, I never heard the story before, so it was great to see it here. Thanks for EVERYTHING that you do for CFH, and of course for everything you did for our blog hop!
Wonderful cards…I'm so happy that your son is safe. We're so thankful for those who serve our country and protect our freedom!
Thanks Nancy for this terrific Memorial Day post. It truly brings the gratitude to the heart and mind and tears to the eyes. May God watch over all our service people where ever they serve. And blessings be theirs who's families have such a wonderful tradition of service.
Thanks for sharing. How moving.
Hello~ thanks for sharing your nice cards and the story of your family. Thanks for visiting my blog and left a kind comment. I am new here so it is very appreciated.
Nancy…your cards are gorgeous and the rest of your post is beautiful. It is always a joy to read about your family and see pics to follow along. Thanks for sharing so much.