If you’re wondering why my site is looking a little stark this morning – or if you’re having a few issues of your own – Photobucket is currently performing emergency maintenance on one of their servers. Since it appears the server may be down for some time, I worked a little magic behind the scenes to […]
Photo Of The Week: The Birthday Boy
Tsunami at Create With Joy Quote Of The Week I love cats because I enjoy my home; and little by little, they become its visible soul. Jean Cocteau This weekend, we’re celebrating Tsunami’s fourth birthday! This sweet kitty stole my family’s heart the moment we first laid eyes on him. He is truly a gentle giant! Happy […]
How Do You Handle Blog Comments?
Welcome to What’s On Your Mind – a place to share your thoughts on a variety of relevant topics! So far, we’ve discussed Blog Hops and Blogging Challenges, and I’m thrilled by the quality of feedback you’re providing! Keep up the great work – I’ll be tackling many of the topics you’ve mentioned in the months to […]
The Gift Basket Design Book Review

I love gift baskets. There is nothing that compares to giving or receiving a bountiful basket that is overflowing with handpicked delights and tantalizing treats. As author Shirley George Frazier says: “A gift is just a gift, but a gift basket is a mood-altering experience!” That’s why I am so excited to share a wonderful […]
Photo Of The Week: Cat & Mouse
Legend at Create With Joy Quote Of The Week A mouse in the paws is worth two in the pantry. Louis Wain A picture is worth a thousand words. To see more – or share yours – visit: Anipal Photo HuntCarnival Of The CatsPet Lover’s Blog HopSweet Shot TuesdayThankful Fur 3 FriendsThe Trendy TreehouseWordless Wednesday […]
Ultimate Bloggers – Welcome To Create With Joy!
Connect With Other Bloggers AtThe Ultimate Blog Party 2011! Welcome to the Ultimate Blog Party 2011! I’m Ramona, the creative force behind Create With Joy, and I’m so delighted you stopped by! Create With Joy is an inspirational blog filled with resources to help you lead a more passionate and creative life! Among the treasures […]
Love To Read? Join An Online Book Club!

Do you love to read? Do you derive joy from discussing the ideas and themes contained in your favorite books? Would you like the chance to connect with other book lovers online? Then head over to Measured By The Heart and be one of the first to join Connie’s new online book club! Connie’s April Selection […]
What Are Your Biggest Blogging Challenges?
Welcome to this week’s edition of Thursday Two Questions! Last week, I asked you to share your thoughts on Blog Hops, and the response was amazing! Thank you for your feedback – I am carefully weighing your responses and look forward to sharing more in an upcoming post! This week’s topic is Blogging Challenges. One […]
WOYWW 63: What’s In The Box?
It’s So Hard To Resist A Pretty Box Like This! Happy What’s On Your Workspace Wednesday, dear friends! Today, it’s time for another rousing edition of everyone’s favorite game – What’s In The Box? Pretty Boxes Must Contain Pretty Items! Today’s treasure is a frugal find I originally used for photo storage. When I decided to […]
Deeper Into The Word by Keri Wyatt Kent

When you read the Bible, do you sometimes wish you had a tutor by your side to shed light on certain passages? Do you enjoy devotionals but wish they delved deeper into Scripture? Would you like to build your collection of bible study aids but aren’t sure where to start? Then Keri Wyatt Kent’s book, […]
Photo Of The Week: Peek-A-Boo
Tsunami at Create With Joy Thought For The Day: It is in their eyes that their magic resides. Arthur Symons Our home is an endless source of wonder for our cats. No matter how many toys we bring them, it is their environment that never ceases to fascinate. One of their favorite places to play is […]