I’ll seem a little bit chatty to you all today but this has been on my mind — has anyone heard that Michigan commercial that starts out 25,000 mornings? Every time that commercial comes on TV, I stop and listen to it – it takes my breath away. When you boil it down, 25,000 morning is what you get if you live to be 68 – yes, the first time I heard it I had my calculator out within minutes. 25,000 – is that really it? It sure doesn’t sound like a lot does it? I fell back in my chair after I calculated the years and I thought wow, how do we waste a moment worrying about what other people think? How do we waste a moment of it not telling our families how much we love them? How do we waste a moment delivering judgment instead of exercising understanding, keeping score instead of letting it go, saying no instead of saying yes? My path over the last two years has been one of discovery and a recommitment to my faith. I’ve diligently carved out and left behind some of the pettiness and drama that threatened to whittle away at my health and life. I’ve met the most wonderful, positive, generous and thoughtful people through blogging. And yes, when you put it this way – 25,000 mornings – it makes me appreciate each and every one. How about you? Chime in here and let me know I’m not alone in my thinking.
On to my card today – I’m back to share one of the April releases from Our Daily Bread Designs – 1 Corinthians. I chose one of my favorite Spellbinders dies, Spellbinders Curved Rectangles, to highlight this entire verse which is a card sized stamp. For the top valance I used two pierceabilites – Fancy Scallop and Ric Rac Scallop for the edge treatment and stacked the Spellbinders Classic Lace Border on top. Most panels are smudged with Antique Linen Distress Ink and the bottom panel was smudged with Vintage Photo Distress Ink. Ribbon and pearls finish the card.
Card Recipe:
Stamps: Our Daily Bread Designs – 1 Corinthians
Paper: K & Co. , The Paper Company – Blonde Columns
Ink: Adirondack – Stream, Distress Ink – Antique Linen, Distress Ink – Vintage Photo
Accessories: Spellbinders Curved Rectangles, Spellbinders Fancy Scallop, Spellbinders Ric Rac Scallop, Spellbinders Classic Lace Border, Ribbon, Pearls
Blessings to you my friends as you get to spend another of those glorious 25,000 mornings.
Good morning to you Becca. Your card is gorgeous, as always. I loved your comment on 25,000 mornings. It is very interesting and though provoking. We do need to let go of a lot of things and remember all the good things and the many blessings our Lord gives us daily. Thank you for sharing and have a blessed day.
I agree Becca, but unfortunately it was not till the last couple years of my life that I have let go and let God. (I’m 48) I felt all those things you mentioned were whittling away at my health. And since I have started with this new attitude it has resulted in a stronger faith in God and an appreciation of each and every morning. May God continue to bless you on your journey.
Happy Friday Becca and good morning to you. WOW. That is a powerful observation about 25, 000 mornings and most certainly gives one pause for thought and the goal to make every morning count. Thank you for sharing that.
Also thank you for this gorgeous card. Lovely! I really treasure my morning trips to you blog and being inspired by your work and you thoughts as well.
well, I’ve used my 25,000 + mornings (I’m 73)Some I’ve wasted and some I’ve used wisely. THe older I get, hopefully the more wisely. :O) I figure I’m where the saying says I should be—–“you are where God wants you to be at this time of your life”. That’s what keeps me going and gives me inspiration for my crafts and my life.
Barb
Becca, I too stopped and thought about this commercial the first time I heard it….25,000..is that all I get? Doesn’t seem like much and yet it is a whole lifetime….makes you realize that you really don’t want to waste a minute!! Each day we need to stop and listen to the birds and smell the flowers and then jump in and shout to the world how great God is!!
What beautiful thoughts Becca. I know you made my morning! I’m wishing a happy 50,000 mornings to you, filled with love, health, & blessings. :O)
Hi Becca!
I love what you said, how true…I wish we could see this commerical here in Alberta!
Have a super stressfree day!
I’m there with you. No time to waste in pettiness, depression and negativity. Some of us will not even be given 25,000 mornings. My wonderful SIL did not see 19,000, my nephew only was given a little over 3,000. The little girl in town that was killed yesterday had just over a 1,000 – and some little lives don’t even get a first morning because it is taken before they get chance to draw their first breath. Let’s be thankful that we were given another day to draw breath – and make the most of it.
Wow!! what a stunning card, yet again, Becca. And I love the colours. The verse is awesome and I really must look out for these. Thanks for your inspiration as always.
Jenny xx
Apologies I omitted to say that I totally agree with your thoughts exactly. Life is too short and God is only a prayer away.
Bless you Becca.
XXX
What an “amazing” way to start the day – your thoughts are very inspirational, and it is obvious they come from the heart. Thank you for inspiring each of us to share these thoughts with others, that we may all help to make the world and our own lives a bit brighter and happier each and every hour! I would love to see the commercial, wonder if it is available online somewhere? Thank you, Becca.
I don’t know the commercial you mention as I live in England but I get your drift.
I have always felt that there will never be enough time to get done what I want to do.
But I am not going to stop trying:)
xoxo
p.s. card is great, what else would you expect? :)
I haven’t heard this commercial but I agree completely.
Your card today is such an amazing creative masterpiece!!! I am always inspired by your cards.
I’ve not heard this commercial but I’m glad you shared it with me/us. You’re not alone Becca. I have been trying my best to really work on removing the negative influences in my life so that my 25,000+ mornings are more postitive to me, my family and those around me. I even stopped watching most of the tv shows I used to watch … who needs all that drama?
Have a blessed day! Thank you for the positivity. :)
Becca
I would love to hear this commercial. And I hope to make it to 25,000 mornings!
I use Corinthians each year in some way on our anniversary card. This year was the best one yet. I used your corner punch technique as a frame around the verse. (Thanks for sharing that)
I was diagnosed the 23rd of last month with cancer, and has my outlook on life changed. My faith has always been an important part of my life, but I immediately put the petty things behind me (well, lots of them, I am working on it)
Thanks for sharing your inspirational cards and words each day. I look forward to them.
TRUE…SOOO TRUE! Especially today, with the economy the way it is and so many horrible happenings all over the world, people have come to realize and appreciate how precious their families are and how important it is not to lose faith in God. Without Him, we are doomed! But with Him by my side, I can wake up with a peaceful heart and a joyful soul. What a beautiful day this makes! God bless you and yours~
Your card is exquisite, Becca! This is one of my favorite verses and did you ever embrace it! He has truly blessed you with your talent and I know He is smiling over your accomplishments! ;)
Congrats! I just love your blog. You are always so creative and think outside the box. You really inspire me. Thanks so much.
Beautifully said…thank you again for blessing my day with your inspiration and creativity. Blessings to you.
Gee, I haven’t seen that commercial yet and I’m here in Michigan too! I’ve done a lot of soul searching in the last couple of years and have had to weed out some toxic people in my life. Growth and being grateful for all that God has given us is so rewarding!
Your card is stunning. So, what else is new! LOL
I’d love to hear from you about any groups you’re involved in here in Michigan. To meet you and pick your brain would be such a thrill!
Hi Becca,
I too have met the most wonderful group of people through blogging and stamping. Your message about 25,000 mornings is so true. Your card is absolutely beautiful and I love the new stamps from Our Daily Bread. You are such an inspiration to me. Thank you so much for sharing your work and thoughts with us.
Sara Woodard
Living in IL, I have not seen/heard the ad, but with your explanation I see the value. As we all continue our life’s journey here on earth, I pray that we can use those mornings to the Glory of God.
Stunning card as always. Have a wonderful weekend.
Thanks for your words of inspiration. On my blog on the 15th I posted about not putting off what we are being led to do… it leads to a mediocre life & who wants that… not me… & it sounds like not you either.
As always love the card. Be blessed, Carin
I have not seen the commerical but it is certainly a thought provoking message. Thanks for sharing and thanks for another beautiful card. I certainly enjoy your cards, you are truly an inspiration.
Linda
Wonderful combination of colours on the card, Becca. Love the ‘valance’ and the distressing….now your thoughts….not at all depressing, very uplifting indeed. Thanks again for all your creative inspiration and your spiritual inspiration.
What a wonderful reminder of how short our life on earth really is and how we need to “cease the day” each and every day! All the moreso for our lives in Christ and for Christ. Have a blessed day :)
I love that commercial too. I used to live in Michigan and it has lovely scenery. And yes, our lives are short, and ONLY what is done for Jesus Christ will matter through eternity. Everything else will burn like wood, hay & stubble for our God is a consuming fire. The only thing that matters to God is that we love Him and love others like ourselves.
Thank you for the lovely card and inspiration!
I have not seen that commercial but after you explained it, I too had to grab the calculator. Oh my, it is hard to believe that is all…..
It makes me so grateful to the Lord for the many blessings He has given me and how I need to make the most of ‘each’ day.
Thank you for this inspiration… and as always I really love the beautiful cards you make, I look forward each day to checking your blog.
Beautiful card Becca!! Have a marvelous weekend.
Oh Becca, I wish I had your strength and faith in my life right now!
Becca, what an inspirational way to start a Friday morning. Your comments were very thought provoking and right on the money. Life is too short to waste on petty things. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve learned to forgive and forget and let the small things go. Letting family and friends know how much I love them is so easy and makes me feel so good inside. Your card is gorgeous. By the way, the Corinthians verse was read at our wedding and the citation engraved inside out wedding bans. Have a great week-end. You have certainly blessed my life with your wonderful blog.
Shirley L.
Roseville, CA
Hi Becca, Your card is just beautiful. Thanks for all the wonderful ideas
Very beautiful card! I love all of the layers and the elegance of it. And such a though to ponder….thank you!
~Lacey
Becca,
I too like you have been renewing my faith daily… spending more time in His Word. Maybe because it seems like the world is going crazy right now. Each day, all 25,000 + are a precious gift from God but just think… they’re just a vapor compared to eternity!
Blessings..
I haven’t see that commercial here in Indiana but how emlightening. 25,000 doesn’t sound like a big number to us anymore. And I like your thinking about how to live those 25,000 mornings. I’ve always believed that God never sends us anything we can’t handle but I guess I’ve never considered how gracefully I handle what God sends my way. Great food for thought. Thanks for the share. As always your card is beautiful. Have a wonderful weekend!
25,000!!! WOW…it makes you realize just what a wimp you are, huh? Thanks for sharing this. I hope I will remember this when I complain about what all I DIDN’T have time to do. It just points to my inability to manage my time (and I thought I was good at this).
Your card is wonderfully gorgeous! Thanks for sharing your talents with all of us!
I figure I have about 31,245 give or take a couple under my belt already. I thank the Good Lord for each & every one of them.
I live in Michigan & haven’t seen this either. Will have to keep my eyes open for it.
Thanks again Becca, for your lovely cards & inspiration. I continue to share your Blog address with others so they too may be inspired & enjoy your faith & talents.
I so agree with you. I’ve relaxed more and let a lot go in the last few years. We need to make sure that we concentrate on those we love and do the things we enjoy most.
You said it so eloquently! It is so true how much time we waste on things that really don’t matter. One of my favourite things to do when I feel overwhelmed is to stand outside at night, look up at the stars and then I can feel how very small I am and how insignificant my problems are compared to most in the world. This is very humbling and makes it much easier to put things into perspective and get on with life.
Your card is awesome. I love the borders at the top and of course, that verse it wonderful. Thanks for your inspiring cards and your thoughtfulness.
Trish
I also had not seen the commercial but I just googled it and believe this is the one you speak of
http://tr.youtube.com/watch?v=ElCe0ILsgLE&feature=PlayList&p=3D527501B8E32A3A&index=0
It sure is something to think about how short our lives on this earth are. Becca you are so talented in many ways and I think you need to share your faith and inspire us all more often with your inspiring and thought provoking words
god bless
I have surpassed my 25,000….guess I’m working on whatever comes next….I love this verse. As I get older and a bit wiser I see more clearly how much time and hurt is wasted on nonsense. It feels real but….I always ask myself will this make a difference in the greater scheme of things….the answer is often: No. I do What I can, When I can and How I can….think that is what it’s about.
25,000 mornings plus 472 (calculators are wonderful). I have and am learning “don’t sweat the small stuff…and a reminder, it’s all small stuff!”; to be thankful for each moment; and use the golden rule as I live my faith. Thanks for the reminder!
Jan Castle n Salem, OR
I agree, each day is a precious gift and we all need to be remindedof that. Especially when your life expectancy is 10 years shorter than average. I have lupus so each day I am not feeling horrible is a gift too. I try my best to be understanding with my children and fortunately, I am not the type to hold a grudge anyway thanks fir the reminder!
I have seen the commercial. What a great reminder you gave us that “Only one life, ‘Twil soon be past. Only what’s done for Christ will last.” In these changing times, we keep our focus on the good, honest, pure, lovely. I love your blog… I love the scriptures from ODBD. Joyce
wow…absolutely gorgeous card! :)
25,000 mornings, and those mornings are flying by, live as tho today is your last day, because tomorrow is not promised us, is something I try to keep in front of me. I love your card, it is gorgeous, you be working them nesties :).
Dear Becca
Your card is so very very beautiful…..
……may I write here a message for Melissa B Mitchell and her situation with cancer. Recent studies have found that almost all cancer is caused by unresolved emotional traumas and that healing the causal traumas represents releasing the root of this sickness and in an experiment of 40 000 people the cancer went back by itself. Here I really would like to mention that there is a huge gift from God out there which is Dr. Bradley Nelson who with God’s inspiration founded a very simple technique with which the emotional traumas can be discovered and also released. Dr. Nelson’s web-site is: http://www.drbradleynelson.com. Dr. Nelson wrote a book called ‘The Emotioncode’ where he explains in a very simple and easy to understand way, all the dynamics and simple release of such, as he calls it ‘trapped emotions’.
Sincerely
Malia
Hi Becca –
Your card is beautiful, and what a lovely message you have placed on it. I’ve never seen the commercial you mention, but you are right 25,000 does not seem like a lot when you say it that way. We should not waste any one of those mornings, we should make sure that those we love and care about, know how we feel. Live your lives so you can look back and not say “I wish I had done this or that”, but live your lives with no intent to deliberately harm others, to be the best “You” that you can be.
I did the math and I realize that my grandmother has had 36,865 mornings, she is 101 years young! I’ve only had 19,710, hope there are a lot more for me and for all of you out there!
Elaine Allen
Firstly…the card is fabulous as usual. Your “message” could not have come at a better time for me as I am encountering some very trying times right now. Thanks for inspiring me in more than one way today :).
Happy Friday, have a blessed weekend, and keep the inspiration coming.
Marian
I love that commercial too, never did calculate it though, it does make you think doesn’t it, not to take when second for granted.
Your card is absolutely Gorgeous in every way!!
Becca,
Thank you for the beautiful card and sentiment, one of my very favorite scriptures. I’m amazed at how you combine different dies, punches, etc. to come up such gorgeous cards with beautiful edges, wow.
As for 25,000 mornings, you’re right it does not seem like alot. I am a cancer survivor who, but for the Grace of God, should not be alive. I am truely thankful for the days I have already lived and I hope to live many, many more. I don’t know about everybody else but to me, the days and years seem to be passing by faster and faster the older I get.
Sammie
What a practical way to explain how short life is!
and leave it to MI to come up with the lovely thought.
i haven’t seen the commercial here in OH yet, but
imagine it will be shared soon.
Becca, your cards are so lovely.
Thank you for sharing your creations with us.
May God bless you and your lovely family!
Becca everything you said in your blog today is true. Life is too short to be bothered with things that don`t make you happy. All my life when everyday life`s hurdles bring you down, I say And This Too Shall Pass.
Regina Have A Bless Day.
THANK YOU!
Becca,
Gorgeous card! I love it!
I completely agree with your thoughts, my faith has been growing and changing for the last several years, and I too have met a handful of wonderful people through viewing and commenting on blogs, and by starting one of my own. In fact, even since I have met you through your blog and email, my faith has grown stronger and I have learned to “let God”. Since this has happened I deal so much better with the difficult situations life seems to send my way. My emotional well being is so much better than it used to be. God Bless.
Hugs,
Lisa Atha
I agree with the former posters – they said it much better than I could have! Amen to all… God is still in control!
Thanks so very much for the inspiration this morning. I am getting ready to leave on a trip that I am excited about, but have been struggling with anger and hurt feelings lately. I needed this thought to aid me in releasing my feelings and letting go of the deep wound. Thanks Becca, as always, the card is gorgeous…
Miss Becca, You are indeed correct we need to make very morning a blessing, I am in Roseville Ca and we dont see that commercial here hower I went to YOU TUBE and it seems to me that I was able to find it. I am an RN by profession and hope that each morning I spend with my patients that I enritch there lifes as it may indeed be there last. It is a blessing to touch there lifes in a positive way,
Becca god bless you and your family and all the lifes you touch each morning with your beautiful blog that I love so much.
colleen
Roseville ca
Becca, you always inspire me with your thoughts! I have sat and pondered the meaning of all this and feel it has really challenged me to do what you have accomplished…to take it wasy and not sweat the small stuff! Thanks you!
Beautiful card. Beautiful thought — 25,000 mornings, let’s not miss living the rest without feeling ill against others.
Becca, thank you for the beautiful and thoughtful message shared with your blogger friends. I still have a little over 1,000 mornings to reach my goal…ha ha! I have found, as we begin to mature, that if the heart is feeling right, we begin to let go of the little insignificant things in our life, especially those that bring on negativity. Thanks again for your wonderful witnessing of faith; you’ve brought a lot of bloggers back to realizing how wonderful God is!
Gorgeous card!!! Makes you really, really think doesn’t it? I live in Michigan and have seen a few of their ads that have moved me! When you start thinking of life in time it does make you think how fast it goes, how precious it is and how you should enjoy each day to the fullest and keep the faith!
I appreciate the fine folks I have met in virtual ‘blog’ land and it is so uplifting to see that there are strangers who always want to help or be a shoulder to lean on…it helps dispel the negativity in the news, in the workplace, and in the neighborhood. And as I read everyone’s comments about the 25,000 mornings, it nudged me to think the other end of the spectrum… the 25,000 nights! And with that thought comes a reminder to make sure you say good night to your loved ones and tuck in a ‘thank-you’ and ‘I love you’… just in case someone doesn’t make it to the next 25,001st morning!
Thanks Becca for not only challenging us to create, but to think! Sincerely, Beverly
I live in Oregon and just saw that commercial last night. It really does get you thinking. Thanks for your insights on life as well as your wonderful creations!
You’re not alone in your thinking! Although sometimes it’s hard to focus on the positive. But, with God’s help we can all try! Thanks for sharing another awesome card!
Gorgeous card.
Hi Becca,
Another beautiful card!! I agree with you. Life is short, and it’s important to spend time expressing our love to others -our family, friends, and strangers. I’ve been through some rough times recently, but I had a lot of people praying for me, and I’m now at a much better place. Prayer is so important to get you through the rough times. It doesn’t always get better overnight, but I also think sometimes we have to go through trials to make our faith stronger. When you look at some of the things going on in the world today it really does make you realize life is too short to focus on the negative, and that faith in Jesus Christ is more important than ever!! And with the many popular religious leaders steering many people in the wrong direction it’s important to remember John 14:6 “Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” All strength comes from God, and not from within ourselves.
Blessings to all, and stay strong in these challenging times we are in. It is possible to find peace and love even in the middle of crisis….and even more important to share that with others.
Good evening, Becca- another beautiful card and inspirational, thought provoking wisdom.
Becca,
WONDERFUL!!!!!!!!
~~Diane~~
Becca,
I know you get a million comments, but I have a surprise for you on my blog… check it out!
be blessed, Carin
Becca
In Canada we have not heard that commercial, but sure makes you pause and think. My partner recently had a quadruple bypass and valve replacement, and my girlfriend is struggling with bone marrow cancer. These events make you realize how fragile life really is, and yes we do not do our days justice. My faith keeps me strong when I am weak, and helps me to realize what is really important. Your cards continue to be an inspiration.
Lorraine
Thanks for sharing that. It’s so often we let things bog us down…life…work…silly things…and forget what’s important…25,000 mornings really puts it into perspective…live life to the fullest.
Charmaine
Wonderful words of wisdom, Becca. You’re inspiring in more ways than one, dear friend!
Wow. 25,000 is it. And need we any more reason to live for Christ and lovingly bring others to Him? The time is, indeed, short! Thanks for the reminder!
Living in the UK I don’t have access to this ad but I get the gist of it. You have certainly given me something to think about!!!
Marion UK
Becca this is truly a masterpiece! Verse, card, dies the whole piece comes together beautifully.
Stunning card! Love that verse… my FIL read this on our wedding day. :o) TFS!
You are so right Becca, I try to live my life thinking good thoughts, I have so much to be grateful for, and embrace it everyday
Love your card, so beautiful.
Because of your 25,000 Mornings I just want to take a minute and tell you how much I appreciate you and your wonderful talent that you share so unselfishly with us. Your art is fantastic but your spirit is even more so….it comes through in all you do and say. Thanks for being you – a wonderful child of God.
Hugs – Elaine Moore – mtn.moven.faith@comcast.net
25,000 mornings at 68…that is kind of sad. That does not seem like very many. I try really hard to count my blessings and to be thankful everyday, but somehow, that number just kind of takes your breath away and puts in all into perspective.
I hope you are well my friend…I pray for you and your family every night!
Thank you for all of your inspiration you give me
hugs
latisha
by the way your card is gorgeous!!
Becca I loved this card so much I went to spellbiners and ordered everthing to make one like it. thanks so much for your thoughts of wisdom. you have a blessed day
I also live in Michigan and have never heard that commercial. I too recently realized that friends I thought I had are truly not friends. But toxic non-caring individuals so you are right and I will be a better person if I just let them go. Thanks for your wonderful cards and constant inspiration.
I loved your comments on 25,000 mornings. I also really like the commercial. I need to put your comment somewhere where I can refer to them every day. I need to remind myself often of the truly important things in life and only dwell on those things. Thank you for all your creative inspirations.
I had not heard the 25,000 mornings commercial. What a poignant reminder to spend this gift of time wisely. Beautiful post and beautiful card, Becca! You’re an inspiration on so many levels!
thanks for informing me about that commercial i had never seen it before it was purely moving. your card is also very beautiful and i love the verse and how you used all your spellbinders together. i had to go to the site and figure out exactly what you did!!
hugs
kay
i loved this. and yes, that commercial rocked me too. made me realize that i need to appreciate everything in my life, because there is a limit. there is an end. i’m now a morning person! :)
Well, when I heard that commercial, I did the math too. And I figured out that 25,000 mornings take 68.4 years. Which means my last morning in July 31 of this year……..coming soon…..too soon.
I did write the following letter to to the State of Michigan –
“Dear State Of Michigan,
My 25,000 mornings will be up on July 31. I will be only 68.4 years old,
and I have a lot of plans, which may or may not include a trip to
Michigan. 25,000 may seem like a sweet long number to some of you,
but to me it means there aren’t that many leftt…
I want to keep on working, keep on traveling , and see my first grandchild in September. So please up the ante to 35,000 mornings- that will give us 95 years to get to Michigan -thanks for listening.”
They did answer back. And I think it may be why the commercial didn’t last that long.
Enjoy your mornings – every day!
Nicki
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