Howdy!  I am Ruthie, but some people call me Luka!  Either’s fine really.  I use Ruthie now online, but for a long LONG time I only used the name Luka on my internets.  I am a Blogathon Vet! I started in…oh crap…I did the first one. I think I did 5 ‘Thons over the years! It’s an amazing experinece! One that’s never quite the same from year to year. Therapy in the Making has given me the chance to participate this year, and I am super glad I was able to, even in this small way! I’ve got the next 90 minutes to take over this blog here, and I’m going to try and make the most of it! 🙂 I used to be very serious about blogging. Wrote every day.  When Blogathon time rolled around I got really into it. I wish I could find some of the books I used to set up for ‘Thon. (They’re all packed up @ the other house.)  I would chart out each post – not pre writing – just planning out a topic.  The last year that I participated, I was not only a writer, but a dj too!  I’ve even been a Monitor a time or two! It’s seems odd to me that I’m only doing a couple of posts – but like I said! I am VERY very glad to be here!  Shoot, I think it’s time to hit PUBLISH!

I twitter : a Lot  – so feel Free to Follow me! – http://twitter.com/LukaIsntLuka

It is for me anyway. Thank you, Therapy in the Making, for letting me be part of the team for this year’s Blogathon. Remember, we are raising money for Doctors Without Borders. If you can, please donate by registering with Blogathon or going directly to the Doctor’s Without Border’s website.

Doctor’s Without Border’s works in over 60 countries assist people whose survival is threatened by violence, neglect, or catastrophe; they provide independent, impartial assistance to those most in need. (http://doctorswithoutborders.org/aboutus/)

Stamps: My Favorite Things What’s the story?

Cardstock: PTI kraft, aqua mist, ripe avocado and raspberry fizz

Patterned paper: basicGrey lemonade 6×6

Embellishments: American Crafts Remarks Clear Stickers, AC Celebrations rubons, Offray ribbon

Tools: EK Success corner rounder & notebook edge punch

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Now playing: Pink – ‘Cuz I Can
via FoxyTunes

In the sidebar there’s a list of all of our sponsors. We are thankful for you and your sponsorship. Everyone who has taken a shift this ‘thon has donated a prize or two for a special drawing, I will be donating the cards that I’m showcasing in my posts as a prize. Therapy in the Making will draw for the winners near the end of the event. Thanks again, to all of our sponsors and to our commenters and supporters.

Stamps: Inkadinkado sentiment, Hero Arts Artistic Windows text background, Hero Arts scroll tree

Cardstock: PTI vintage cream, Bazzill dotted swiss

Patterned paper: DCWV Luxury Stack 8×8

Embellishments: Recollections pearls, Offray ribbon

Tools: Nestabilities, Cuttlebug

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Now playing: The Moldy Peaches – Anyone Else But You
via FoxyTunes

Therapy in the Making has chosen Doctors Without Borders as our charity this Blogathon, and I think he has excellent taste. In 1999 Doctors Without Borders won the Nobel Peace Prize for their important work. You can learn more about DWB at their website: http://doctorswithoutborders.org/. Help us thank them and donate if you are able.

Stamps: PTI vintage picnic sentiments

Cardstock: PTI vintage cream

Patterned paper: Making Memories Chloe’s Closet 8×8 multipack

Embellishments: vintage organdy ribbon

Tools: Nestabilities, Cuttlebug

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Now playing: Erasure – Lay All Your Love On Me
via FoxyTunes

Hey guys, Mary Dawn from My Pink Mexico here to take my shift for Blogathon 2009. I was a latecomer to the group—this guy looked desperate. I’m just going to do what I do at my blog, so without further ado:

This card is bright and fun, perky even. I am not, not at 4am….coming or going. I DO hope you have enjoyed our posts so far.

Please sponsor us if you can, all the money we raise is being donated to Doctors Without Borders.

Stamps: PTI vintage picnic sentiments

Cardstock: PTI aqua mist, raspberry fizz, ripe avocado, kraft

Patterned paper: basicGrey lemonade 6×6

Embellishments: Offray ribbon, crochet cotton, basicGrey Marrakech button

Tools: EK Success ¾ in square punch, Martha Stewart double scallop punch

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Now playing: Coldplay – 42
via FoxyTunes