Over years, have numerous of children just many upon of This week son 25 old, I to him scrapbook his twenty-five years. My first were do page pictures each of 25 Once started through pictures, themes to emerge. Along with themes, put quotes each The seemed fit with pictures also wonderful of for next years. Here a examples the pages: Santa sees Grow
took two I pictures Curt Santa. with pictures put following quotes: If I wish wish you, would for and not now, for whole Catherine Pulsifer 'Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.' -Norman Vincent Peale 'It came without ribbons,
It came without tags,
It came without packages, boxes, or bags.
Christmas can't be bought from a store...
Maybe Christmas means a little bit more.'
Dr.Seuss Curtis with His New Baby Sister
This filled 4 pages of the scrapbook. It showed pictures of when his sister was born and pictures of the two of them growing up. I also pasted quotes throughout these pages: 'Sisters are for sharing laughter and wiping tears.' Author Unknown 'Having a sister is like having a best friend you can't get rid of. You know whatever you do, they'll still be there.' Amy Li 'A sister is a gift to the heart, a friend to the spirit, a golden thread to the meaning of life.' -Isadora James Special People in Curtis' Life
These pages were filled with people in Curtis' life over the years. It brought back wonderful memories of family and friends over the years. I used the following quotes on these pages: 'Family isn't about whose blood you have. It's about who you care about.' Trey Parker & Matt Stone 'The love of a family is life's greatest blessing.' -Author Unknown 'And most importantly, stay close to your friends and family, for they have helped make you the person that you are today.' -Author Unknown 'My family. I realized they are the most important part of my life. Throughout the year I had many challenges, but my family were always there offering support and encouragement.' -Catherine Pulsifer Curtis's Many Vehicles
These pages were filled with pictures of Curtis' younger days.pictures of him riding different vehicles at the fairs, pictures of him standing beside his Dad's car. The quote that I used for these pictures was: 'The important things in life are not things.' -Author Unknown The scrapbook was filled with many more themes some as described above. It turned out to be a wonderful present. So, if you are looking for a simple, inexpensive but meaningful gift, and you have trouble journaling in a scrapbook, take your pictures and add quotes. You will find quotes will express the thoughts you have. You will end up with a scrapbook that has both meaning and memories! Catherine Pulsifer is one of the editors of Stress Relief by a Simple Life where you will find craft projects, info on simplicity, frugal living, inspirational quotes, and more. |