Pages For Our Military

[jazzieal]

OK EVERYONE..those of you who have read the Chain of Honor Thread in the forums know
we are trying to do something to let our military fighting in the Middle East, from all countries,
know that we are supporting them..morale is very low now due to all the controversay going on
about the war..now more than ever they need US to let them know we care..one of our members and a chaplin came up with the idea that we could all make a page..then she will download all of them and make a dvd and send it..the chaplin will then play it for the men and women..PLEASE EVERYONE make a page ..we need a lot to send...its the least we can do to show we are
thinking of them...and that we do care about them..it will make you feel good if you do, it did me :) after you post your picture in the gallery, click on the UBB Code button, then come here and paste it..this will put the full size page here and make it easier to download for the DVD.. deadline to post is May 20th..thats just so everyone will have time and we will know we have everyones page..thanks and lets really really show the SBM Family Love...
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/freedom_copyRS.jpg

[OnieRN]

Jazz this sounds wonderful! Are you planning on putting the actual DVD together? I want to make sure I include my kids in this project!!! Since this is being sent to ACTIVE DUTY who are serving NOW..... Show are project focus on them, rather than the veterans?

Please understand, I am a veteran but I was thinking that this project should focus on those of the current war. Am I wrong here?

Now that I feel dumb........... Apparently my method of posting is different from others. Meaning..... I am not familar with using the USS CODE Button. I have always copied from the address line then paste into the post. I have notice that some post several links or the quote several different people, all in the same post. How do you do that? I can only figure out to put one (1) in each posting. If I try to go copy/paste something else, I lose what I'm working on, when I leave my post window.

Does that make sense? I honestly have no idea how to do what other's are doing and it's even harder trying to explain what I'm trying to do!!!!!

[jazzieal]

Jazz this sounds wonderful! Are you planning on putting the actual DVD together? I want to make sure I include my kids in this project!!! Since this is being sent to ACTIVE DUTY who are serving NOW..... Show are project focus on them, rather than the veterans?

Please understand, I am a veteran but I was thinking that this project should focus on those of the current war. Am I wrong here?

Now that I feel dumb........... Apparently my method of posting is different from others. Meaning..... I am not familar with using the USS CODE Button. I have always copied from the address line then paste into the post. I have notice that some post several links or the quote several different people, all in the same post. How do you do that? I can only figure out to put one (1) in each posting. If I try to go copy/paste something else, I lose what I'm working on, when I leave my post window.

Does that make sense? I honestly have no idea how to do what other's are doing and it's even harder trying to explain what I'm trying to do!!!!!

You make perfect sense Onie..first yes its just for the ones serving now..I have tremendous respect for all of our veterans but we are just focusing on the active now..
The USS Code Button is very easy..just click on it..you dont have to copy and paste the address from the address line..once you click on that button it will ask you if you want to add the page to the clipboard..click on yes...thats all you have to do...then come back here open up your thread..type what you want to say and then just click on paste in the window and it posts the addy..when you close the post and open it bk up the page will be posted here just like mine..
As for quoting several people in one post..Im not sure about that either but Ive seen eye and Terry, that I remember, doing it so Im sure one of them will be glad to explain..soo now just get busy turing out some of those beautiful pages of yours...if you have any problems with the UBB Code just let me know..I will try to help...happy scrapping..

[TerryW]

Dear Onie and Jazz,

Took me a while to figure out at first and it may not be the easiest way but...

To do multiple quotes - whether you start your post with a quote or not doesn't matter - you can add a quote anyhere, any time. Select the text you want to quote > copy > open or return to your message > place cursor at appropriate spot > paste > THEN ADD...

[QUOTE=person's name]followed by your pasted content - and then closing command of - [/QUOTE/]

TAKE NOTE - DO NOT INCLUDE THE SECOND FORWARD SLASH /. I have had to put that in so that the instructions didn't simply appear as a quote in this message.

I have done exaxctly the same thing again but used the CORRECT ending command with the forward slash in front of the word QUOTE only.


followed by your pasted content - and then closing command of -

The opening and closing commands must be acurate - you know what these computers are like - they never do what you WANT, only what you TELL them. There may be an easier way - don't know!

Hope this is clear enough.

L&R Terry.

[autisticwonder]

Sure hope I'm doing this correctly..Don't no anything about UBB codes..but found the bar for it..Hoping this works..

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/1261/Honoring-our-Military-DLT-000-d27-Military-Templates-Page-6.jpg

[Shelbz]

Gorgeous pages Jazz and Wonder, i cant wait to see what else everyone can come up with. I am so happy that both Jazz and Terry have taken the time to express their feelings and to bring to fruition what most have always wanted to do. This will help the men and woman serving to realize that they are still supported, despite what they hear and see to the contrary. I could tell you stories and let you in on some of what they face on a daily basis but for now i think those things are better left unsaid. Each soldiers life is different, each job is a challenge and each day is precious!!!! So each mans and womans perspectives will be different as well....


Looking forward to seeing what all these creative and loving minds come up with....

[jazzieal]

Thank you wonder for the beautiful page..and thanks Shelby for your words of encouragement..I am really excited and wait anxiously to see all the beautiful pages from the SBM family..

[crops2dawn]

Here is one of mine, I am going to try and so another!
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/1463/Layout_for_Our_Troops.jpg

[OnieRN]

Stunning! I love it so much. WOW WOW WOW Keep it up! :D

[TerryW]

I have been off the air for a few days and will be for a little while, I have taken quite a turn for the worse and not functioning too well but came on this afternoon to see how things were going. This is one post I absolutely had to make because of the L/o's that have been placed her - they are sinply stunning anf I feel proud to have supported Jazz in thie s.
I've been taken out pretty serious;y at the moment and am pretty much bed rifderen - had to say helllo thos.

Please forgive my absence, take it as a respite from me for a while. When I can I will back on, any personal messages, Irene (eye) has my home e-mail.

Sorry to post tihhe here but one post will see me out.

As soon as I can I see you guys.
L&R Teryr

[Marion]

Hang in there Terry! Hope you feel better soon, We'll miss you.

[crops2dawn]

Well for some reason are another... My layout disappeared.. I think when I put them all into albums today.. it must of taken it out of here, dont know.. but here it is again.
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Layout_for_Our_Troops.jpg

[jazzieal]

Croppie this is such a beautiful page..thanks so much for making it..I sure hope that with this new decor..they fixed the problem of things disappearing around here..Im still having my comments deleted from the gallery and you page disappeared..I just dont think its all in my computer....

Im kinda disappointed that we only have 3 pages made for this project..I really thought we would have more by now..I know everyone is busy with contests and challenges and mothers day projects..but please try to take a little time and make a page...the military needs to know we care...we need to extend the time till the end of may and that will give time to get over mothers day..so the deadline in the now May 31 and please make a page...

[Marion]

I am sorry Jazz, I have been so short of time! I am just barely keeping up with the post, there are so many lately, that it is impossible to reply to all. I will try and get a page done soon!

[Marion]

Here is my tribute page....

[OnieRN]

Croppie this is such a beautiful page..thanks so much for making it..I sure hope that with this new decor..they fixed the problem of things disappearing around here..Im still having my comments deleted from the gallery and you page disappeared..I just dont think its all in my computer....

Im kinda disappointed that we only have 3 pages made for this project..I really thought we would have more by now..I know everyone is busy with contests and challenges and mothers day projects..but please try to take a little time and make a page...the military needs to know we care...we need to extend the time till the end of may and that will give time to get over mothers day..so the deadline in the now May 31 and please make a page...

Jazz, I am working on a this but it wont be done for a couple of days. It's been a herrific week!

[Marion]

Mine did not show up fullsize like the others. I wonder why?

[OnieRN]

So far everyone is doing poems etc. Are we encouraging people to do layouts with pics etc to honor those who are serving? I jut want to make sure that what I am planning to do is not off track from others. :confused:

[jazzieal]

Mine did not show up fullsize like the others. I wonder why?

Marion thanks so much for the beautiful page..I understand that everyone's been busy...you know how I am..I forget that people have real lives and do other things..I've just gotten so used to being in and not being able to do anything much around the house...so time is not a problem for me...

If you hit the USS CODE Button under your page after you post it..then click on that little popup about saving to clipboard..then come here and paste that link it will be big when you open it back up..
And thanks again...

[jazzieal]

So far everyone is doing poems etc. Are we encouraging people to do layouts with pics etc to honor those who are serving? I jut want to make sure that what I am planning to do is not off track from others. :confused:

Im sure whatever you are planning to do will be great...no set way to make your pages just do what you want

[OnieRN]

These are my children who are in Service for our Country!

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/1463/My-Hero_s-000-Page-1.jpg

[Marion]

Ok, trying to see if I can get it to post full size.

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Military-Tribute-000-Page-1.jpg

[Marion]

Cool it worked!

[crops2dawn]

AWESOME LAYOUTS!! Onie and Marion~ They both are terriffic!!!!!!

[Marion]

Thanks Carol!

[jazzieal]

OH WOW..just beautiful Onie and Marion..thanks so much for making them..

[OnieRN]

I remember when this thread was started that some were concerned because they did not know anyone who was currently serving. We encouraged then to do a poem etc..... Thank you and you did a great job.......... but where the heck are the ones who do have family and love ones that are serving???? I hope others will post layouts with their hero's pictures in them. You can include their family pictures with them, after all,,,,,, the family is also actively involved! So far, I have the only layout with pictures. I would love to see others in here too! We need lots of layouts! I plan to post another one in a couple of days of my nephew, who is leaving for IRAQ in July. My girlfriends son was home on leave and will be leaving to Iraq in about 3 weeks, I'm trying to get a picture of him in Uniform, if not, I will post one of him with in civilian cloths.

Thanks for all you do!

[AmeliasMuma]

I found out a few days back that my niece is applying to the RAF. She will decide over summer exactly what she wants to do but I know if she chooses the RAF [Royal Air Force] that I will back her 100%. I know my mum will to, she sounded so proud of her granddaughter on the phone.

[Marion]

Here is one I did a little while ago of my son Brian.
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Army-3-000-Page-1.jpg

[jazzieal]

Thanks Onie for the "Pep" letter..if you look thru the gallery you see all kinds of military LO's of familys..I thought for sure they would contribute to this effort...

Marion thanks for that great page..

Come on SBM lets get behind this..its not for us but for those out their serving our countries whether it be the US or Australia, China, the UK..lets show them they matter to us....:)

[mswizard]

I'm workin on it Jazz..gimme a couple more days and I will have it done..I promise!

[Marion]

Please watch this brief movie. It was created by a 15 year old named Lizzie Palmer. It is my sincere hope that everyone in America sees this video – this “is” how it is! Some of us know first-hand…

<http://www.youtube.com/v/ervaMPt4Ha0&autoplay=1>
http://www.youtube.com/v/ervaMPt4Ha0&autoplay=1

[pkdoll]

Jazz-here is my contribution. Hope they like it. Made with the "United" kit by Kathy Smith at Digitals.

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Patriotic-000-Page-1.jpg

[pkdoll]

Jazz here is another one. Thank you for doing this to honor our loved ones in Iraq!! Made with the "United" kit by Kathy Smith at Digitals.


http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Patriotic-001-Page-2.jpg

[pkdoll]

Please watch this brief movie. It was created by a 15 year old named Lizzie Palmer. It is my sincere hope that everyone in America sees this video – this “is” how it is! Some of us know first-hand…

<http://www.youtube.com/v/ervaMPt4Ha0&autoplay=1>
http://www.youtube.com/v/ervaMPt4Ha0&autoplay=1
Marion-I just watched the slideshow and I'm still crying.:( That was sooo heart wrenching. Thank you for finding that. I, for one, am glad I saw it.

[knzus]

Okay, you wanted someone who actually has family in the military -- there are several in mine. But the one most especially thought of and prayed for, and closest to me, is my stepson...he is my son, and he calls me "mom." I'm sorry I couldn't add a photo or any details about him for this page because of where he is stationed and what he does. But the words are from my heart to his. This page can be just one of many to all the military sons out there from all of us military moms - who think of them all day, pray for them all day, worry about them all day. Son, we miss you and will be waiting with big hugs and smiles for you when you are back here again! I love you, son! I'm soooooooo proud of what you are doing for all of us here in the USA and around the world! God be with you 'til we see each other again! Dad sends his love and prayers and a huge hug to you, also!! :D

(All items, including wording, made by me.)

[jazzieal]

Please watch this brief movie. It was created by a 15 year old named Lizzie Palmer. It is my sincere hope that everyone in America sees this video – this “is” how it is! Some of us know first-hand…

<http://www.youtube.com/v/ervaMPt4Ha0&autoplay=1>
http://www.youtube.com/v/ervaMPt4Ha0&autoplay=1

Thank you Marion from the bottom of my heart for posting that..I've still got tears in my eyes...I am like you I hope all of America and every other country that has men and women on the front lines sees it...If you here at SBM can watch this and not make a page for this DVD then there is nothing to be said or done to inspire you to help us out with this project..THIS IS A MUST FOR OUR TROOPS>>>THEY HAVE TO KNOW WE CARE>>>THIS IS SOMETHING WE CAN DO>>PLEASE EVERYONE JOIN IN..

Thank you doll those pages are beautiful and Im sure they will bring smiles to a lot of faces..
Knzus didnt know you son was on the front lines..thanks for sharing that..and for the beautiful page..that is so perfect for what we are trying to do here..

thanks to all of you you are tops in my book..love and hugs jazz

[AmeliasMuma]

I have just watched the video and like others still have tears in my eyes. I will be posting a LO in a few days but it got me looking on the net for information. I found these pages on the BBC news.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/4772729.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/3847051.stm

These pages list all the British military who have died either during the war or in operations over in Iraq. I think I'll do a LO and try to include their names. I'll see what I can come up with.

[knzus]

Knzus didnt know you son was on the front lines..thanks for sharing that..and for the beautiful page..that is so perfect for what we are trying to do here..

Oh shoot...I did that wrong, didn't I, Jazz? Was supposed to do it full image in here? It's over in the gallery (or at least in my section of the place by now, LOL) if you need the full size one...sorry for my oopsie. :o

[AmeliasMuma]

beautiful letter Knzus and thank you for sharing.

[crops2dawn]

Marion- Thank you!!! that video was perfect! I hope you dont mind I started another thread with it, I think if more people see it, they will realize how important it is to remember the peeps that are fighting to protect us everyday!! and if they dont look in here at least they will see it in the forums.
I must say it brought me back to reality, how I whine about trivial things when in fact there are more worse thing in this world that are happening!
So hopefully it will open up a few peeps mind and do something about it.
I want to say the layouts done so far are TERRIFIC!!! WOW you guys impress the heck out of me! I am certain our troops are going to love this!!!!!

[nanwu]

Help please I have made a page for this thread, but I can't get it below 295kb jpg file, so it is to big and sbm wont let me up load, what can I do as I want to contribute to this thread

[jazzieal]

Help please I have made a page for this thread, but I can't get it below 295kb jpg file, so it is to big and sbm wont let me up load, what can I do as I want to contribute to this thread
Nan..do this...post your page to the gallery as always..after you have it posted look under the pic under the additional info and you will see UBBCode: clip on copy to clipboard...then come back to this forum..and click on paste..the addy will post and when you open the forum back your picture will be here just like it is in the gallery..thats all you have to do..you dont post a thumbnail..hope this helps you out...

Thanks for making a page :)

[jazzieal]

Marion- Thank you!!! that video was perfect! I hope you dont mind I started another thread with it, I think if more people see it, they will realize how important it is to remember the peeps that are fighting to protect us everyday!! and if they dont look in here at least they will see it in the forums.
I must say it brought me back to reality, how I whine about trivial things when in fact there are more worse thing in this world that are happening!
So hopefully it will open up a few peeps mind and do something about it.
I want to say the layouts done so far are TERRIFIC!!! WOW you guys impress the heck out of me! I am certain our troops are going to love this!!!!!
My sweet Croppie..you always think with your heart when you comment about the important things...what a wonderful idea to start the new thread..you are so right...thank you so much...love ya girlfriend..

[nanwu]

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/1463/tribute-000-Page-1.jpg

[nanwu]

this poem might seem a little out of place, but my hubby has spent many a christmas, anniversary, birthday away from his family so that we may all have a safe place to live, so this poem means a lot to me hope it is suitable for this thread

[crops2dawn]

EXCELLENT NANWU!!!! It brought me the hibbie jibbies!!!!;)

[AmeliasMuma]

Nanwu, the poem is not out of place at all. Thanks for putting it in a LO. :) Its perfect.

[knzus]

Another for our military folks from me. Simple, I know, but didn't think it needed anything else. :D

( In the gallery - http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=11848&cat=500&ppuser=4162 )

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/youareourheroes_knzus.jpg

[crops2dawn]

Ohhhh Kansas, it might be simple but it sure is BEAUTIFUL!!!
Thanks!!! I love it!

[crops2dawn]

Here is page 2....
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/1463/Proud_to_be_an_American.jpg

[pkdoll]

What an awesome LO crops!! I love everything about it!! I love that zipper thingie. So cool!!!

[crops2dawn]

Thanks Doll!!!:) :)

[nanwu]

I am hoping to see more pages from other nations in here, I have added one and am hoping to add another soon, but come on Aussie's Amercia's soldiers are not the only ones out there sacrificing for our freedom

[Marion]

Here is another one I did before, but I think it still fits....
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Army-000-Page-1.jpg

[jazzieal]

WOW WOW WOW..I missed a whole day not being here and look what ya'll did..I should just stay away...these are ALL BEAUTIFUL and will mean so much to so many..thanks so much.. Ive got to practice what Im preaching and get some more made!!!!

[crops2dawn]

EXCELLENT!!! Marion, I really do love that one!!!:) :)

[TerryW]

Just out of hospital - just a note to support the efforts here. Those that can - contribute a page - PLEASE!!

Give just 30 minutes of your life for the lives given in service.

Terry

[sacannon]

Sorry it took so long but here is mine. I combined a couple of old layouts for this.


http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=11926&cat=500&ppuser=2066

[crops2dawn]

Ohhhhhh Sueeeeeeeeeee, that is OUTSTANDING WORK!! LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[jazzieal]

Beautiful page sue..thanks so much

[jazzieal]

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/troopsRS.jpg

[makeyesup]

My simple contribution to our troops serving our country today and in the past.

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=11949&cat=500&ppuser=1185

[pkdoll]

Sorry it took so long but here is mine. I combined a couple of old layouts for this.


http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=11926&cat=500&ppuser=2066
Sue I love it!!

[pkdoll]

Jazz-makeyesup and everyone else you are doing some really awesome LO's. I love doing this tribute to the soldiers!! Everyone of you are coming up with some really special pages.

[jazzieal]

thanks everyone..the pages are awesome.we are getting closer to the end of the month but you still have PLEANTY of time to get a page (s) made..

[jazzieal]

that I am moving your beutiful page here..they will be easier to download for the dvd if they are all in one place..Made by knzus..
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/dear-son_knzus.jpg

[jazzieal]

me moving this beautiful page here...Made by sacannon
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/To-our-Hero_s_sac-000-Page-2.jpg

trying to save you some trouble..want to get them all together here :p

[jazzieal]

Hope you dont mind me moving this here to get them all together..its a beautiful page..

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/ASoldiersPrayer_1.jpg

[sacannon]

No problem Jazz, what ever you want to do with it is fine.

[makeyesup]

Whatever is fine with me. I'm just glad that I could contribute to the cause.

[knzus]

This is a special one...thought all you military folks might like to know one of the veterans who first fought for you, and who is thankful in turn for your efforts to protect our country nowadays. This is My Father, My Hero...he is listed in the "Chain of Honour" thread ( http://www.scrapbookmax.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5218 -- post #40). My Dad is a veteran, having served during WWII, from June 1944 to June 1946; Company E, 41st Armored Infantry Regiment, 2nd Armored Division (most widely and historically known as "Hell On Wheels", see: http://www.2ndarmoredhellonwheels.com/ ); Battle/Campaign: GO 33 WD 45 Ardennes, Rhineland, Central Europe (France, Belgium, Germany, and Holland), under General Patton; Decorations and Citations include: Bronze Star Medal, Army of Occupation Medal With Germany Clasp, 3 Bronze Service Stars, American Campaign Medal, Eamet Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, Victory Ribbon, and was issued the WWII Victory Medal on December 1, 1947. My father is still living and will be a feisty 82 years old later this year (he's the one who has had two surgeries this year). Several of his siblings also served in the military during their lives. (Thanks, Daddy!) :D

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/myfather-myhero_knzus.jpg

[Shelbz]

Gorgeous pages everyone..I cant wait till this project is finished!!!!! It is going to bring smiles and tears to so many faces...You are all wonderful and caring and thoughtful to put so much into these layouts.....

[jazzieal]

Thanks everyone..the pages are all so great...I posted a new thread about our troop slide show..hope you will all read it and comment..

[nanwu]

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/tribute-page-2-000-Page-1.jpg

[Marion]

Wonderful to have Australia represented here too!
Good job!

[jazzieal]

Beautiful page nan...perfect for the project..thanks so much..hope some more Australians will jump in and make some..and from other countries too..:)

[Marion]

Another page for our military tribute.
This template I made earlier, but I thought it would fit in.

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Military-bear-000-Page-2.jpg

[Shelbz]

For those who have inquired i am fine. Just really busy now with the troops layouts project, and of course enjoying the wonderful spring weather we have here too. Kevin came down yesterday (for those who arent aware he moved to Denver) so i dont see him that much anymore. He will also be graduating again on sat next week so i am planning on throwing him a small party. So we sat around and chatted and then i spoke to Jazz on the telephone...so all in all it was a blessed day. I'm working on a couple of tribute pages to add to the layouts and kevin was helping me a little with those. He was reading through all the letters and cards my DH received with each one of his deployments and we were figuring out a way to incorporate those into the layouts....Then of course he had to make sure I was eating right so he took me out to a Mothers Day dinner. It was well after midnight by the time he left..
He asked me to say hello to all of you and let you know he still intends to figure out what this scrapping business is all about..(his words not mine) LOL He is getting settled and used to his hours and his new job too..He will be glad when he isnt doing classes as well. said he might actually have time to get a date or two in...:eek: It was a wonderfully exhausting day..but I wouldnt trade it for anything!!!!

[jazzieal]

Thanks Marion for the beatufiul page..our count is moving on up there..Im so excited about this project..

Shelbz glad you had a good mothers day..know you enjoyed the visit with kevin..hope you are feeling good today..

[nanwu]

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Copy-of-tribute-3-000-Page-1.jpg

[jazzieal]

OH WOW NAN..what a perfect page..this says it all..thanks so much..I just love this..great job.. :)

[makeyesup]

All these pages are awesome (think that's the word of the day). Patriotism always brings tears to my eyes.

[jazzieal]

Thought this one might bring a smile..used the pic because of Jakes army gear..
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/THANKS_GUYSRS.jpg

[nanwu]

love it Jazz, and very appropriate, because the kids are our future and who they are fighting for

[jazzieal]

Thanks nan...we need some new pages gang..we need to keep this thread at the top of the class..:eek:

[Shelbz]

Hey ladies, I just wanted to say sorry i hve been MIA the last week. It's been a rather rough week and i have only popped on to see if anything was new, but havent stayed. I am working on a few pages for the troops right now but not having much luck dealing with the computer. Eyes are ahving problems again and I'm always tired now. Guess it goes along with the territory though. I love all the layouts that you ladies have done so far cant wait to see what everyone else comes up with....Happy scrapping!!!

[nanwu]

Hey ladies, I just wanted to say sorry i hve been MIA the last week. It's been a rather rough week and i have only popped on to see if anything was new, but havent stayed. I am working on a few pages for the troops right now but not having much luck dealing with the computer. Eyes are ahving problems again and I'm always tired now. Guess it goes along with the territory though. I love all the layouts that you ladies have done so far cant wait to see what everyone else comes up with....Happy scrapping!!!

Hey shelbz, thanks for updating us, you just take care of yourself and get plenty of rest, we will be praying for you

[jazzieal]

Glad you let us hear from you..you take care and do what you are supposed to do..LOL...does that go in one ear and out the other..Im proud of the pages too..cant wait to see how many we get from everywhere..:)

[christinascraps]

here's mine:)
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/My-Scrapbook-000-Page-117.jpg

[OnieRN]

It's wonderful!!!! :)

[christinascraps]

It's wonderful!!!! :)

thank you :)

[OnieRN]

Here is another one of mine.

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/My-Hero_s-001-Page-2.jpg

[OnieRN]

I wanted this one to be included on this thread so I am reposting it. This is my Step-Son Bobby, who came home from Iraq with serious injuries. With God's love, Bobby was brought home and continues to recover.

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Bobby-000-Page-1.jpg

[nanwu]

wow these templates are really awesome, I had better pull my fingers out and do some more

[jazzieal]

Christina...thank you for the beautiful page..hope you will be doing more..

Onie thank you for yours also...they are beautiful too
we are really getting the count up..thanks everyone for your participation..

Do any of you watch Gene Simmons Family on the A&E network..I love that show...last night he and Sophie went to a militray base to find out what our military actually does..that part was funny..then Gene wanted to do somethng for the vets and the troops..they visited vets in a VA Hospital and he did a show for the troops at the base..he cried and I did too..it was a very special show and makes it all the more important to me to get this project done and in a big way and get it to our troops..:)

[nanwu]

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/1463/militarypages1-000-Page-1.jpg

I know these feelings well

[Marion]

Here is one I did last year right after Memorial day. I used Steve's template for this one.

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/My-Memorialday-000-Page-1.jpg

[Marion]

My son Dennis during his Navy days

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Dennis_-_Us_Navy-screenshot.jpg

[Marion]

And one more...

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Homecoming-000-Page-1.jpg

[Marion]

And another one. Gotta fill that CD...

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Brian_camp_arafjan.jpg

[christinascraps]

Marion, this last page brought tears to my eyes...how sweet that his doggie missed him too :)

[Marion]

Thank you Christina, I can imagine how hard it must be for you to still have your husband over there. My son spent a year there and I was so glad to have him back home. Tell your husband we are proud of him, we care about him and pray for him and thank him for his service to our country!

[TerryW]

Jazz, Christinascraps, Onie, Nanwu and Marion.

It was great to see these latest pages added to the list. Each page a testament and, so well done.

Every contributor should feel proud not only of those you have temporarily surrendered to this ghastly conflict but - of yourselves as well.

Marion, I notice on one of your pages that iconic quote from John F. Kennedy - my wife's uncle was the radio voice of the WWII Prime Minister, Winston Churchill (they used a voice double so that the enemy would not know Churchill's actual where-abouts at that particular time during the war) and there is a great quote from him that fit's this project so well (and I use it with respect for it's original meaning and gesture)

"Never was so much done by so few for so many".

KEEP THE PAGES COMING!

Terry.

[jazzieal]

Marion, Onie, Nan..thanks so much...all of your pages are so wonderful..our count is going up..great job all of you..

[nanwu]

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/1463/militarypages1-001-Page-2.jpg

[sacannon]

These are all wonderful!

[sacannon]

Here is another.

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=12291&cat=500&ppuser=2066

[knzus]

These are all so nicely done and so meaningful!

A few postings back we were commenting on how life in the military can affect families. Sadly, and with a broken heart, I know of one other family -- my stepson and his wife have separated (they have two sons) and will probably divorce (he thinks she couldn't handle the military life). Basically stunned out of the blue with the news, so not a lot to say.

But keep those pages coming! We have big hearts here at SBM and are behind all the folks in the military!!

[Marion]

These are all so nicely done and so meaningful!

A few postings back we were commenting on how life in the military can affect families. Sadly, and with a broken heart, I know of one other family -- my stepson and his wife have separated (they have two sons) and will probably divorce (he thinks she couldn't handle the military life). Basically stunned out of the blue with the news, so not a lot to say.

But keep those pages coming! We have big hearts here at SBM and are behind all the folks in the military!!

I am so sorry about your bad news. I have gone through 2 divorces with 2 of my sons now and the heartache it causes is unmeasurerable! We are lucky to still have access to all the Grandkids. One son has primary custody of his boys and the other one has shared 50/50 custody.
But with divorce every one suffers. So sad. But who knows, they may still work things out. I will say a special prayer for you!

[nanwu]

Sacannon, I love your layout

[sacannon]

Thanks Nanwu!

[OnieRN]

Today I took the time the scan through this entire thread and was so amazed at all the beautiful layouts. I had been seeing them along the way but to just go through all of them at one time was amazing. I am so impressed! :)

[crops2dawn]

31 TERRIFIC LAYOUTS DONE!!!! WOWWWWWWWWWWWWWW!!!
Great Work Peeps!!!! They are all soooo good, I really must say I am not only proud of all our troops but I am really proud of the group of peeps in here!!! Those guys and gals are going to LOVE this CD!!!:) :)

[crops2dawn]

Heres another page...with a country look
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Layout_for_Troops_3.jpg

[sacannon]

WOW, Super Awesome Crops. I love it.

[nanwu]

cool layout crops

[jazzieal]

Beautiful Crops..love it..thanks so much...

[Shelbz]

Just wanted you all to know I wont be on line much in the next couple weeks. We have had a tragic accident happen here this week and i am dealing with the fallout.

One of my fur babies was hit in a freak accident and because of the amount of damage they had to completely amputate his hind leg.(they took the entire leg off all the way to the hip) He just got home from the hospital and i am playing mommy and nurse. He requires quite a bit of additional attention now and will till he is strong enough to get around on his own. Right now he is dealing with some serious pain and is fairly well drugged up. I cant leave the room though without him crying and trying to follow. So i am not able to get on here and do much.

I on the other hand seem to be doing ok, i'm tired quite a bit but other then that I am as healthy as can be expected.

I love all the layouts and think with the others from the 3 scrapateers that this is going to be a wonderful, loving and passionate DVD. Well i'll try and keep you up to date on Leos (for those who have seen my kitty layouts Leo is the white tiger) progress if your interested.....take care everyone and happy scrapping!!!!

[jazzieal]

So sorry about you fur baby Shelbz.. most animals with only 3 legs learn to walk fine..I know how much it hurts when one of our animals get hurt or sick..they are members of our family too..let us know how he is doing..glad you are feeling good as can be expected..Im very proud of all the layouts being done..they are all soo pretty..

[sacannon]

So sorry to hear Shelbz. Jazz is right though, my friend has a dog that lost a leg when hit by a car. He gets around fine. He runs all around like it never happened. Leos just needs to get through the heeling part and then will be fine.

[OnieRN]

This was taken on Armed Forces Day at Ft. Bliss TX

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Armed-Forces-Day-2007-000-Page-1.jpg

[makeyesup]

My late husband's Marine platoon from 1944. Did not even attempt to fix the picture.

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=12469&cat=500&ppuser=1185

There is so many great kits out there, adding a .jpg showing where items came from.

[oursandbox]

http://www.scrapbookflair.com/scrapbooks/0/4/470/l/47085_1a82b213-d882-411e-830d-2501da9995e2_l.jpg

[Marion]

A tribute to a fallen Hero.
This is Sean Schneider. He was the first soldier from our home town to get killed in Iraq. He was my daugther in laws nephew.
You are gone but not forgotten Sean!

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Fallen-Hero-000-Page-1.jpg

[OnieRN]

It brought a tears to my eyes! Very nice layout.

[sacannon]

Wonderful tribute Marion, but so sad too, and he his but one of many.

All of these layouts are Great.

[jazzieal]

Beautiful page Marion and a wonderful tribute to a fallen hero..thanks for making it..

[rosana brito]

I DEDICATE THESE PAGES TO ALL THE GIRLS AND BOYS THAT SHE HAS ITS RELATIVES FIGHTING IN THE IRAQ, THAT GOD PROTECTS THEM, AND DE SAUDE, AND THAT THEY RETURN ITS HOMES SOON, STOPS JOY OF ITS FAMILY, THEREFORE I WROTE HERO FOREVER, THEREFORE ALWAYS SO HEROES IN EVERYTHING IN THIS LIFE!


KISSES TO ALL
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/HERO-004-screenshot.jpg
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/HERO-03-screenshot.jpg
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Hero_Hero_forever_Hero-screenshot.jpg
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/HERO_02-screenshot.jpg

[rosana brito]

WONDERFUL PAGE MARION, IS PERFECT HOMAGE IT HERO!

CONGRATULATIONS

KISSES

[rosana brito]

Onie, Congratulations Magnificent Pge, These Homenagems Very Move Me, Therefore I Place Myself In Lugar Of These Families, That It Has Its Children Fighting In The Iraq, That The Certainty Of Great Vitory It Is Inside Of All The Hearts, I Love You The All




Kisses

[Marion]

Beautiful pages Rosana!

[crops2dawn]

Wonderful layouts Ro!!!!:)

[jazzieal]

beautiful pages..thanks rosana..love to you

[jazzieal]

I found this card with this song on it today..it was in a box of old pictures that were my Grannys..loving Vintage things the way I do.. I knew I was going to make a page for the troops with it...the words are still true today...except now its not just boys in the service..
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/dedicated_to_our_boysRS.jpg

[OnieRN]

I found this card with this song on it today..it was in a box of old pictures that were my Grannys..loving Vintage things the way I do.. I knew I was going to make a page for the troops with it...the words are still true today...except now its not just boys in the service..
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/dedicated_to_our_boysRS.jpg

Wow, what "FIND" that is just awesome. Glad you made a page for it and included it here with our Military pages.

[Marion]

Awesome, I am keeping that one!

[pkdoll]

Very, very nice Jazz. I really like that--I too am going to keep that one.

[Shelbz]

WOW! Looks like you ladies ahve been rather busy making all these layouts.

I am dealing with all the new issues that having a tree legged cat bring. Jealousy among the others, new medical issues and all that. I havent been on line much and I apologize to those who have contacted me concerned, i just havent had anytime to sit on here.

Jazz contacted me and has asked a few questions about the slideshow of the layouts. The kit being put together to help offset the cost of making and distributing this will be available in a few days. It is being sold at 3scrapateers. I am not sure if we can purchase individual dvd's or not, but I will look into it and let you know. We want to have this slideshow ready to send out to those deployed within the middle of july. So plenty of time to keep making layouts if you like...I'll try and keep you better informed on this as information becomes available. Thank you for all the gorgeous layouts and thoughts as well as sharing some of your family with all of us...

[jazzieal]

Thanks Shelbz for the info..I was just at 3S checking out the forum for this project and the cut off date is after the end of June..so you still have time to turn out at least one more page...right now we have done more than 3S and their site is much bigger than ours soo everyone pat yourself on the back for a job well done..and thanks so much...I should have some more information for you today or tomorrow about where to send the pages and so on soo keep checking this thread..thanks again everyone from the bottom of my heart

[wolvsie35]

Please watch this brief movie. It was created by a 15 year old named Lizzie Palmer. It is my sincere hope that everyone in America sees this video – this “is” how it is! Some of us know first-hand…

<http://www.youtube.com/v/ervaMPt4Ha0&autoplay=1>
http://www.youtube.com/v/ervaMPt4Ha0&autoplay=1

Marion, that video brought tears to my eyes...It was sent to me form my old neighbor...They had to move because her husband was called back...When you watch the video, he is the man laying in the sand in the middle of a heart...He is a great guy....

[wolvsie35]

I made this page to be a part of the military thread..I used my layout for the June contest and changed things around and added some new things as well...I hope this is good enough, I wasn't really sure if there was a limit to the theme, etc....

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=12997&cat=1811

[jazzieal]

I made this page to be a part of the military thread..I used my layout for the June contest and changed things around and added some new things as well...I hope this is good enough, I wasn't really sure if there was a limit to the theme, etc....

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=12997&cat=1811
Thanks very much for the page..its beautiful..a lovely tribute to your dad and to our fallen heros...

[Marion]

Beautiful Wolvsie. I will have to go back and see that video again and see if I can spot him.

Jazz, how is the project going so far? Haven't heard in a while.

[pkdoll]

Very nice wolvsie.

[jazzieal]

Beautiful Wolvsie. I will have to go back and see that video again and see if I can spot him.

Jazz, how is the project going so far? Haven't heard in a while.

Its going great Marion...thanks to all of you we have 39 pages now..and if everyone could make at least 1 more we could have 50 or more..the more we have the longer the slide show and the longer it is the better it will be..
I had sent a pm to Keri Horton at 3Scrapateers about the project and got an email today...the kit will be go on sale Monday at 3Scrapateers..the proceeds from the sale of the kit are going to fund the project and if we need more then 3S is going to pay the rest..I hope as many of us as possible will be able to buy the kit..Keri also said that we will be able to purchase a CD of the slide show..I am tickled about that because I would love to have one..
I think if we could make a few pages for the family members left at home it would make the troops feel like we care about them too..and include any tributes to your fathers or mothers or family members that served in any other war if you would like..Im putting my tribute to my uncles and my dad and Knzus had one too for her dad..Remember we have thru the end of June to get these in..Please read the other post about the troops to find out how to send you pages in...Thanks everyone for your support in this..we have done something to be proud of...you are all great...more news when I hear anything else..we are coordinating this project along with 3scrapateers..those of you who are reading this and havent made a page at all..PLEASE make one..you still have pleanty of time..big hugs to everyone...

[Shelbz]

I just wanted to let everyone know that i am still around. I am just very very busy. First leo loses his leg and i am kitty sitting him 24/7. Then i get that dreaded phone call saying my DH has been injured in combat. I have been dealing with doctors and red tape bureacracy as well as my own health issues. Not able to fly to Germany to be with him and having to make all the arrangements to make sure he is properly taken care of when he gets home.(sometimes the military isnt as helpful as we'd like them to be) It's almost more than one person can handle. I havent even been able to speak to Kim in almost two weeks now. :eek:
I love all the pages that you guys have made and cant wait to see what the final result will be. Please be sure and purchase the RAK kit at 3scrapateers when it becomes avaliable. I had hoped to be more involved then this, but it always seems life gets in the way....please say a few prayers for my DH's recovery and for those of his fellow soldiers also injured.....When I have more consistent information and details I will share them with you. Take care everyone and once more thanks for being there when I need you the most!!!!

[rosana brito]

Oh! God! Wolvsie, I Loved This, I Confess That I Was Moved, Thanks For To Place This It Stops In Ok


Kisses

Ro

[rosana brito]

I just wanted to let everyone know that i am still around. I am just very very busy. First leo loses his leg and i am kitty sitting him 24/7. Then i get that dreaded phone call saying my DH has been injured in combat. I have been dealing with doctors and red tape bureacracy as well as my own health issues. Not able to fly to Germany to be with him and having to make all the arrangements to make sure he is properly taken care of when he gets home.(sometimes the military isnt as helpful as we'd like them to be) It's almost more than one person can handle. I havent even been able to speak to Kim in almost two weeks now. :eek:
I love all the pages that you guys have made and cant wait to see what the final result will be. Please be sure and purchase the RAK kit at 3scrapateers when it becomes avaliable. I had hoped to be more involved then this, but it always seems life gets in the way....please say a few prayers for my DH's recovery and for those of his fellow soldiers also injured.....When I have more consistent information and details I will share them with you. Take care everyone and once more thanks for being there when I need you the most!!!!
Hi shelbz, here brito rosana, scrapbookmax, it would like to know as has past, I feel its lack in this forum, e worries me, ok

If it will be it writes me well, I will be happy.


Kisses

ro

[OnieRN]

I've had you heavy on my mind lately and now to hear that your DH is injuried is sad! I know it must be serious, since they air vaced him to Germany. My step son was also sent to Germany when he was injured then later sent back home. I'm so sorry! My nephew will be leaving for Iraq the middle of July and son in law shortly too. This war has been so hard on our solders and their families. I wished so much that I was closer to you, as a friend! Do know that we all have you and DH in our prayers and thoughts. Please take care of yourself!

:) Onie

[jazzieal]

Shelby...soo soo sorry to hear about your DH...I am hoping and praying that he will make a full recovery from his injuries..I am concerned about you also..seems like when it rains it pours..and its been pouring on several of our members lately..just know you and your hubby and your fur baby are in our prayers...please keep us informed about your husband and yourself..We are here for you...love and hugs jazz

[pkdoll]

OHHHH! Shelbz. I have been thinking about you so much lately wondering how you were doing and if your husband would be home soon. Now I hear this and it just saddens me so much. As if you don't already have enough to deal with, I so hope that your husband's injuries are not life threatening, and that he will be able to come home to you soon. You need each other in so many different ways. You are in my prayers daily and will continue to be in them for as long as it takes.

[Marion]

I did this one a while ago for my husband.

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/My_Memories-screenshot.jpg

[Marion]

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/12_x_12_brian.jpg

[Marion]

Made with the 3scrapateers kit

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Duty-and-Honor-000-Page-1_800_x_800_.jpg

[pkdoll]

Wow Marion. Very nice. You are so quick at getting these pages done.

[sacannon]

These are all wonderful Marion!

[jazzieal]

These 3 are just awesome..love the one of your husband..thanks so much Marion..I hope to get my kit today..cant wait..

[makeyesup]

Great job Marion, you must be so proud. It sure shows with your smile.

[jazzieal]

I have only gotten a few of the pages turned it..please get to me before the end of June..I have to get them ready to turn in after I get them from you..so please give me some time..LOL..
clasyscraps@yahoo.com or you can zip them and post them at 4shared or similiar site..just let me know if you do that and send me the url so they can be downloaded...Thanks..I am hearing that results from this project have been overwhelming..with other sites getting involved by sending in pages..cant wait to see the final slide show...SEND PAGES..:)

[rosana brito]

OH! Marion, visible e happiness in its face, when receiving Brian, I believe that this must have been the moment marcante in the life of its family, this e a blessing of God, to be able you it again in house, congratulations for force claw e courage of Brian, ok


kisses

[rosana brito]

MINE CONTRIBUTION TO THESE GREAT HEROES, ALTHOUGH THEY TO DESERVE MUCH MORE THAT THIS! AFTER ALL THEY ARE PERPETUAL HEROES !



http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/HERO-03-screenshot.jpg
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/HERO-004-screenshot.jpg
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/HERO_02-screenshot.jpg
http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/500/Hero_Hero_forever_Hero-screenshot.jpg

[jazzieal]

Thank you so much for the beauitful pages Rosana..they are so pretty and so much from your heart..you are very special

[jazzieal]

Just trying to get a few more pages done..

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/1463/familiesmatterRS.jpg

[Marion]

Hi Jazz, I sent you a PM with a link to 4share. There should be 12 pages in there. I don't know that I will have time to make more, but if I do, I will send them to you.

P.S your page looks great!

[rosana brito]

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/gallery/data/1837/American_Soldier_Heroes_-screenshot.jpg

Girls! I dedicate to them this page, of the deep one of the heart, therefore I know how much and suffered, to lose as many people thus, without reason of being!

They are mine sincere sympathies all the families e the all American people ok


One I hug well pressed

ro

[Marion]

What a beautiful prayer Rosana! It is very much appreciated!

[wolvsie35]

Real sweet of you Rosie...Great LO....:D

[rosana brito]

girls, exist moments, that I am imagining, as they suffer to these families with its dear beings distant, and now know if these to return, very great pain and, swims can repairs it, so exactly God to console, to comfort these families, this me doi in the soul really! kisses