Julie Magerka

I actually was up close to some bison years ago on a trip to AB & BC. They are almost scary in their size and nobility. And their eyes....!

That's the thing about styles. They're our own, as we find our way. Yours is always dynamic, not static. But, it's interesting how, over time, I've started to recognize other people's layouts even before I see the name.

This is one I did and then left sitting. No photo, just the words. I need to be reminded to let some things go.

We recently had some chats going on about good programs to watch, many of them on PBS (Canada & US). After watching this two-part documentary by Ken Burns I had to make something to express how profoundly moved I was by this series. He has been making documentaries for 40 years, and his productions are all extraordinary, whether they are light-hearted or heart-breaking. This one had me in tears. He uses the bison as a theme for the near-genocide of a species, and then ties it nicely into the way indigenous people have been treated. It's a hard watch, but so worthwhile.

I love these old photos. I have so many because I use them in history articles I write. That's why I started as a member here. I wanted to learn about enhancing these images, but I really enjoy working with other types of layouts as well. PSP is fun, and this group is super-supportive.

Just wanted to submit something to the Fall themes. Nothing very complicated, just playing with overlays and backgrounds and blending. Not everyone observes Halloween, so just an autumn layout.

I had the same reaction! NO! Too soon!

When you mentioned Morse and Endeavour, my heart skipped a beat! The very closing moments of the last episode of Endeavour just blew me away. I think my first PBS binge was 'way back with the first Poldark (Robin Ellis). I was hooked from then on. I still miss Alistair Cooke as host.

Yes, another great series. Anyone mention Heartbeat?

They are both good series to watch. As are Grantchester, Professor T, Unforgotten, and so many more on PBS. Which is about the only TV I watch. No cable, just antenna, but close to Michigan so lots of channels.

I have a friend who is also adopted (and French Canadian), and she has never had any interest in digging into her bio roots. Different strokes....as they say. I would be like Jannette and digging so fast, but that's just me (and Jannette).

I also noticed on CF a couple of days ago, a free course on DRAWING gnomes. You can really get your fix that way!

Oh Jannette, write your stories! Some day they will be a source of inspiration and delight to someone, even the sad stories. History of any kind has many sad stories, but they need to be told. How else will we ever know about "those days"? For years, I've done research into old stuff (for my own family and now for other purposes), and the stories I've been able to write keep that part of the past alive.

I checked out that tutorial which looks like fun. I really like your version. How cool that you got mentioned!

Poor Susan. Hope someone saves you some turkey or ham to make a sandwich to take to work. But be patient...one day you will be retired and then you'll be REALLY busy.

M = Mummy (as in Egyptian style)

Our (Canadian) Thanksgiving is coming next Monday. To keep things easy but to satisfy the urge to "make" something, I did a card for friends/family I won't see. Just really simple.

May I just say, it's "cute as a button"? (Which is a colloquial expression meaning pretty darn cute.)

K = Kitchen Witch......?

I've done quite a bit of research into WWI and WWII in order to write short biographies of (mostly) men from the area where I grew up, a very small town in a rural area. They are revered by the Legion (for whom I write those bios) and so they should be. Sue, you said, "What did they die for?' I find it really mind-boggling to understand why they so willingly suffered and died in just those two conflicts. They must've believed the propaganda of the times because those terrible years did nothing to resolve boundary squabbles and tribal prejudices that persist today. In fact, the peace treaties that came out of those wars have much to answer for in terms on ongoing conflicts. What did we learn? How far have we really progressed? I really appreciate your comments and the information you shared. My comment can be deleted too if it's controversial.

G = Goblins

How cute are those little wrap-ups?

E = ectoplasm (a spirit energy associated with spooky things)

So clever the way you combine your photos with clipart. Impressive and creative.

That's one very pretty kitty. Didn't know about it before, so thanks.