that those girls at Mystic Paper did it again. Well, let me back up. . . it all started with an innocent comment by this sweet friend on Wednesday -- "Wouldn't it be fun to go on a last minute, whirlwind trip to Arizona to take Tim Holtz's classes at Mystic"? It just so happened to be my darling (who has been outed as "OCD" -- I'm just saying) friend, Kim's birthday that day AND if you know me well, you know NOT to temp me with crazy ideas because somehow I will figure out a way to make it happen!
So after some wild rearranging of schedules, Cheryl and I were off for a SURPRISE and oh so quick weekend in AZ to see one of my most favorite ladies in the world and one of my most favorite inspirations. It was truly a weekend to remember -- although not captured by my camera in any significant way, there were so many moments that I will hold dear. Kim was so surprised (I ADORE you), the "Birthday Crew" rocked -- Sherry, Colleen, Sue and Michelle planned such fun, Tim was amazing (inspiring, uplifting, attentive, encouraging, sense of humor -- what a seriously genuine package. If you have not taken a class from this amazing MUSE, I suggest doing so NOW), and Tim's crew were the icing on the cake (Mario, Sharon and Michelle -- you three are such calm souls amidst all of our creative chaos). Thank you Kim and Jennifer for giving us yet another reason to make that 6 hour drive to AZ!
Gotta LOVE a man that can handle a lime green power tool! Mario you are the best! AND believe it or not, we were all still smiling at 10:00 PM after 13 HOURS of classes! Of course, who wouldn't be with such dear friends, old and new. I am so blessed and couldn't enjoy the journey any more. . .
Kim
it was a wonderful full creative day and you said it so much better than I could. It was so fun to get to be with you and Cheryl and surprise Kim. The look was worth a million when she turned and saw you guys. Lots of memories. Hmmmm now to scrap them
Sherry
Posted by: sherry bamsey | April 14, 2008 at 09:46 AM
Thanks for more of the "story" and photos from t!m's classes last weekend...your blog looks great (this was my first visit)!
Posted by: Glee Scrap | April 14, 2008 at 10:13 AM
You always explain our crazy weekends so eloquently!! Maybe I will just post a link on my blog to yours and say.....Read all about it here!! Thanks again for such a great weekend. I truly value our friendship!
Posted by: Cheryl | April 14, 2008 at 10:57 AM
OMG!!! how fun was that? wow!! jealous, i wish i could have come.
you all look so cute!
tim is so nice, i bet you had a great time!!!
see ya soon sister,
you have a little package coming in the mail this week, just for you!!!
so open and enjoy.
i will mail my supplies and swaps later htis week.
oxooxxo,
jessi
Posted by: jessi nagy | April 14, 2008 at 04:15 PM
ooh...so much fun!
~love.
Posted by: suzi finer | April 14, 2008 at 08:30 PM
Ah, ah, ah....you missed us again! One of these days...we are going to make a whole "girl's thing" for you all! We'll even try to arrange for a cute guy to be there!
Posted by: Anita @ The Pink Funny Farm | April 15, 2008 at 09:29 AM
Kim,
I'm so glad that both you and Cheryl were able to come to Tim's classes and to surprise Kim. That was so much fun. It was great to see you again.
Posted by: Jennifer | April 15, 2008 at 06:24 PM
looks like the surprise (and the entire day) was WONDERFUL! Kim is lucky to count you among her friends!
Oh, and Tim Holtz? AH-MAZING!
Posted by: Kimberly Kwan | April 17, 2008 at 09:15 AM
look i can leave comments now!
gr8 weekend!
Posted by: kim hesson | April 18, 2008 at 07:38 PM