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Sometimes You Need To Just Chill

Sometimes You Need to Just Chill

Life moves fast, but God never intended us to rush through every moment. Sometimes the best thing we can do is slow down, smile, sip something refreshing, and enjoy the simple blessings all around us. A peaceful heart is a gift worth making time for.

Scripture:
"Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest." — Matthew 11:28 (NLT)

Dear Lord,
Thank You for reminding us that it's okay to slow down. Help us trade busyness for peace, worry for trust, and hurried moments for grateful ones. Teach us to enjoy the simple blessings You place in our path each day and to find true rest in You. Amen. 💛🌼

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Janis

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Sending Cool Vibes

Sending Cool Vibes

We all need a little reminder now and then to slow down and simply enjoy the moment. Whether it's sharing a smile, savoring a popsicle on a warm afternoon, or sending a little encouragement to a friend, joy has a wonderful way of spreading from one heart to another.

Scripture:
"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him." — Romans 15:13 (NIV)

Dear Lord,
Thank You for the gift of joy. Help us brighten someone's day with a kind word, a warm smile, or a thoughtful gesture. Fill our hearts with Your peace so we can share Your love wherever we go. Amen. 💜🌸

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Janis

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Looks Like This Mouse Is On Vacation!

• Cute Watercolor Beach Mouse PNG
• Cardstock - Stampin' Up, Blue, Orange, Merlot
• Pattern Papers - Stampin' Up, Pick a Pattern
• Die Cuts - Oval Scallop, Oval

Sometimes the sweetest moments in life are the ones that invite us to simply slow down, smile, and enjoy them.

This adorable little mouse, complete with oversized sunglasses and a colorful summer drink, looks perfectly content soaking in the joys of the season. The bright colors and cheerful design remind us that delight can often be found in the simplest pleasures.

God gives us countless blessings each day—friendships, laughter, beauty, and moments that refresh our spirits. When we take time to notice them, gratitude naturally follows, and our hearts become more aware of His goodness.

Scripture

"Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above."

~ James 1:17 (ESV)

Pause with me for a quiet prayer.

Father God, thank You for the many blessings You pour into our lives each day. Open our eyes to see Your goodness in both the extraordinary and the ordinary moments. I pray for the person reading this today. Refresh their spirit, lighten their burdens, and fill their heart with gratitude for the gifts You have placed around them. May they find joy in Your presence and peace in Your unfailing love. Amen.

Thanks for stopping by, 

Janis

YouTube Channel: Pause Dream Enjoy

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I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, The Stamps Of Life.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

Love You (Mouse with Strawberry Cart & Heart Balloons!)

• Cute Strawberry Mouse
• Card Style - Vertical open
• Card Base - Stampin' Up, Cherry Cobbler
• Cardstock - White, Cherry Cobbler
• Pattern Papers - Miss Kate Cuttables, Red; Stampin' Up, Wood
• Stamps - Simon Says Stamp, Really Like You
• Ink - Stampin' Up, Early Espresso
• Sentiment - Love You
• Die Cuts - Stampin' Up, Scallop Square
• Other - Torn Paper for effect

There is something quietly beautiful about the way love is often carried in the smallest gestures.

This sweet little mouse, carefully pulling along a cart filled with love and holding tight to those floating heart balloons, feels like such a tender reminder that love does not always arrive in grand, dramatic ways. More often, it shows up in thoughtful moments, gentle words, unexpected encouragement, and simple reminders that someone cares.

The sentiment “Love You” says so much with just two words. Sometimes those are the very words a heart most needs to hear.

Life has a way of filling our days with distractions, responsibilities, and noise. In all of that busyness, it can become easy to forget how deeply meaningful simple expressions of love can be. A kind word, a thoughtful note, a quiet reminder that someone matters can carry more weight than we ever realize.

What I love most about this little image is the steady purpose in it. He looks determined to deliver what he is carrying, as though love is too important not to share. What a beautiful reflection of the way God loves us. His love is never careless or accidental. It is intentional, faithful, and always reaching toward us — even in moments when we feel unnoticed, weary, or far away. This card feels like a gentle reminder that love is meant to be carried forward and shared.

A meaningful reminder for: ❤️ Encouraging someone special • 🎈 Sending a simple expression of care • ❤️ Reminding someone they matter • 🎈 Sharing comfort and kindness • ❤️ Offering a little love just because

God’s love is the greatest reminder we will ever receive that we are seen, known, and cherished.

Scripture
“We love because he first loved us.” ~ 1 John 4:19 (ESV)

The love we give to others is often a reflection of the love God has already poured into our own hearts. His love teaches us how to care, how to show grace, and how to offer kindness even in small and simple ways. No act of love is ever wasted when it flows from Him.

Pause with me for a quiet prayer.

    Father God, thank You for loving us first and for showing us what true love looks like. Help the person reading this feel the depth of Your care for them today. Fill their heart with peace, remind them that they are deeply cherished, and help them carry Your love into the lives of others through simple acts of kindness and grace. ~Amen

Janis

My YouTube Channel: Janis Lewis, Pause Dream Enjoy

                        My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

        My Crafting blog:  Crafting Happiness Challenges

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*Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. If you want to check out their affiliate program, click here for details: Creative Fabrica! 

I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

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Spread Love Wherever You Go – Sweet Strawberry Card

• Cute Strawberry Mouse PNG Clipart 
• Pattern Paper Strawberry Background 
• Strawberry Garden Cottagecore Seamless
• Digi Paper printed out as A2 card (LOVE)
• White Card Base
• Cardstock: White, Balmy Blue
• Stamp: CTMH Lovely Garden
• Ink: SU Cherry Cobbler
• Sentiment: Spread Love Wherever You Go
• Die-Cuts: Stitched Square

Love has a beautiful way of multiplying when it is shared.

This sweet little mouse tucked into a crate of strawberries feels like such a cheerful picture of that truth. Paired with the sentiment “Spread love wherever you go,” this card carries such a gentle reminder that even the smallest acts of kindness can leave a lasting impact.

Much like these bright strawberries scattered across the card, love has a way of adding sweetness wherever it is planted. A thoughtful word, a warm smile, an unexpected note of encouragement, or a simple act of compassion can brighten someone’s day far more than we may ever realize.

It can be easy to underestimate the quiet ways love changes the world. We often think impact must come through grand gestures, yet God so often works through simple faithfulness. A heart willing to offer kindness becomes a reflection of His love in ways that ripple far beyond what we can see.

What I love most about this little image is the joyful simplicity it carries. It feels like a sweet invitation to carry love with us wherever life takes us — to let our words, actions, and presence sow seeds of encouragement that can blossom in someone else’s heart.

This card feels like a gentle reminder that wherever God places us, we have the opportunity to share His goodness. The love God pours into our hearts was never meant to stop with us. When we choose love, we reflect the very heart of God, and His love brings peace, restores hope, and gently reminds others that they are seen and valued. Even the smallest act of love can become a beautiful testimony of His grace.

Scripture
“And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.” ~ Colossians 3:14 (ESV)

Pause with me for a quiet prayer.

    Father God, thank You for filling our hearts with Your perfect love. Help the person reading this carry that love into every place they go today. Let their words bring encouragement, their actions reflect kindness, and their presence remind others of Your goodness. Use even the smallest moments to spread Your love in beautiful ways. ~Amen

Janis

My YouTube Channel: Janis Lewis, Pause Dream Enjoy

                        My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

        My Crafting blog:  Crafting Happiness Challenges

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*Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. If you want to check out their affiliate program, click here for details: Creative Fabrica! 

I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

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