This year, I have had so much fun creating scrapbook pages. I haven't made this many layouts in like forever!!! LOL! They have become more like journal pages in 12 x 12 size. Most of the time, I tell the technical details behind my pages. But today, I will be sharing the story behind the title "Imagine That."
This page was so fun to create and really captured the spirit of my picture. The day I took that picture was a good day. I felt so happy and joyful. Then, I thought how am I this happy in the middle of this global pandemic, social injustice, hurricanes and political unrest? Is it ok to take a break from the stress of our world?
Well, this day I said, "HECK YEAH!" 2020 has been a devastating year full of so much fear and instability. Most of us have been at home more than ever and wearing our sweats and t-shirts. It has been a time of embracing anything that feels comforting and cozy.
But this day, I put on a new dress, makeup and a smile. I needed to take charge of my mood and day. Yes, I have cried, expressed frustration and anger, and felt fear. But I realized I need balance. So, I gave myself permission to play, rest, relax and just laugh and giggle.
So this scrapbook page is all about permission to play, even during a global crisis! In fact, during these challenging times, I plan to play more. It is not only fun for me but good medicine.
My encouragement to everyone is to put on your joy and wear it even when you feel down. Sometimes we have to wear a smile to change our mood. Maybe for you it isn't a visible smile but just projecting a positive outlook.
I hope my smile inspires you to smile today! Take care and have a good day!
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