One of the categories of stories we are encouraged to scrap in the BPC Twelve workshop is Family Stories. Robbie and I have a relatively new story that we I have begun to tell fairly often, so I decided it was time to get that story down in print.
Journaling reads: I've often joked with Robbie that even though he is in reality much smarter than I am, I had earned one more degree than him, which at least gave the appearance that I was somewhat intelligent. However, when he began working towards his MBA, I knew the gig was up. I had completed my MBA five years earlier with all "A"s and one "B" (In Economics), and I was sure he would top that with all "A"s. I have to confess that it totally made my day when he also earned one "B" (in Economics!!), and now I often joke that we are truly and finally educationally equally yoked. (Even if he really is still smarter than me!)
I also finally completed the mini-album celebrating Robbie's graduation. I started with a chipboard album and covered the pages with patterned paper. (The album actually had pages that spelled out GRADE, I simply omitted the "E" and made it GRAD.) Then I did something brand new for me - I painted the edges of the pages with acrylic paint!
Here's a look through the album.
I had so much fun completing this layout and album! Have you scrapped any family stories or completed a mini-album project lately?
This is fabulous - well done and I love the last photo of Robbie - he is looking so happy and proud.
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Your album is spectacular, but I really enjoyed the layout story. Nicely done getting it all documented.
ReplyDeletethat is such a cool album!
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome album and gift for him!! It's stunning. Love your painted edges!
ReplyDeleteFabulous album. Thanks for your comment. I saw it, and instantly thought 'why didn't I nominate Melissa for the award too??' Realised it's because I read your blog through an email feed not through Blogger, and I just went through my Blogger list. Sorry for the oversight. you would have / should have been on there
ReplyDeleteYour grad album is fantastic! I bet he is thrilled! Congrats to you both! That is just too cool!
ReplyDeleteNow there's a title to get your tongue round! Truly, a meeting of minds then (but I think we all guessed that already! :))
ReplyDeleteYour album is amazing - it's so full of life and vigour it really emphasizes the idea of what those qualifications can help us achieve
Great album. Look like a lot of love and hard work went into creating it!
ReplyDeleteThis is very special! I like your teasing relationship :). And many congrats on what was clearly a day of great and happy celebrations. The paint works really well!
ReplyDeleteSuch a great mini,Melissa..and love the LO too....fancy you both getting a B in Economics! I'm in the process of making a mini for a friend's Birthday- hope I get it done on time!
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What a beautiful treasure! You should be so very proud of this. Love that title and the fact that you both got the same grades. I've got plenty of albums started but only 1 completed of when my first grandson was born and through his first few years.
ReplyDeletePerfect layout and I love the mini album. I actually am finishing up one that spells LOVE and edged them :)
ReplyDeleteLoved the "equally yoked" story. I just finished a layout about the day my two kids graduated on the same day--one in Georgia and one in New York. Love the mini-album. I've seen these made from letters but haven't been brave enough to try one.
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