Garuda Di Dadaku...

Indonesia!!!! Indonesia!!!!! Indonesia!!!!!
Suara gemuruh yang memadati stadion bung karno kemarin malam...
walaupun gak bisa nnoton langsung tapi cukup nonton dari tv kayaknya udah cukup
ngerasa smangat luar biasa sampai nonton sambil blajar buat UAS yg dilanjutkan TO 1.
pusiiiink.... jadi dilema dech mau nonton ayau belajar hahaha...

Akhirnya gak sia2 sih nontonnya.. 1-0 buat Indonesia.. Yesss.............. good job deh buat
pelatih n; skuad merah putih yang udah berjuang buat ngeharumin nama bangsa...





Momen2 Terbaik Indonesia:
Irfan Bachdim... So cute.. hahaha.
Wow... Amazing dech!!

Back To Desember............

I'm so glad you made time to see me
How's life, tell me how's your family
I haven't seen them in a while
You've been good, busier then ever
We small talk, work and the weather
Your guard is up and I know why

'Cause the last time you saw me
Is still burned in the back of your mind
You gave me roses and I left them there to die

So this is me swallowing my pride,
Standing in front of you saying I'm sorry for that night
And I'd go back to December all the time
It turns out freedom ain't nothing but missing you
Wishing I'd realized what I had when you were mine
I'd go back to December, turn around and make it all right
I go back to December all the time

These days I haven't been sleeping
Staying up playing back myself leaving
When your birthday passed and I didn't call
And I think about summer, all the beautiful times
I watched you laughing from the passenger side and,
Realized I loved you in the fall
And then the cold came, the dark days when fear crept into my mind
You gave me all your love and all I gave you was goodbye

So this is me swallowing my pride,
Standing in front of you saying I'm sorry for that night
And I'd go back to December all the time
It turns out freedom ain't nothing but missing you
Wishing I'd realized what I had when you were mine
I'd go back to December, turn around and change my own mind
I go back to December all the time

I miss your tan skin, your sweet smile, so good to me, so right
And how you held me in your arms that September night,
The first time you ever saw me cry
Maybe this is wishful thinking
Probably mindless dreaming
If we loved again I swear I'd love you right

I'd go back in time and change it but I can't
So if the chain is on your door, I understand

But this is me swallowing my pride,
Standing in front of you saying I'm sorry for that night
And I'd go back to December
It turns out freedom ain't nothing but missing you
Wishing I'd realized what I had when you were mine
I'd go back to December, turn around and make it alright
I'd go back to December, turn around and change my own mind
I go back to December all the time

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Music Is My Life

Aku sangat mencintai musik..
dari yang clsik sampai yang alternatif
pengen menjadi entertainer tapi sepertinya ayah-ibu ku kurang mendukung
hmmm... aku sangat suka Justin bieber, Taylor swift, Lady gaga, dan masih
banyak lagi pkoknya... :)

  
 Lagu justiin yang aku gila-gilakan sangat2 banyak banget secra albumnya  meledak di pasaran
pengen suatu saat bisa nonton konsernya di Jakarta or Singapura amiin.
this is one of justin's song that my favorite

Never Let You Go...
Ohh, No, Ohh No, Ohhh

They say that hate has been sent
So let loose the talk of love(of love, of love)
Before they outlaw the kiss
Baby, give me one last hug(less hug, less hug)

There's a dream
That I've been chasing
Want so badly for it to be reality
(Reality, reality)
And when you hold my hand
Then I understand
That it's meant to be
cuz baby when you're with me

It's like an angel came by, and Took me to heaven(and took me to heaven girl)
Cuz when i stare in your eyes,
It couldn't be better.

Let the music blast
We gon' do our dance
Bring the doubters on
They don't matter at all
Cuz this life's too long
And this love's too strong
So baby know for sure
that,I'll never let you go

I got my favorite girl
Not feelin' no pain, no fear(no fear, no fear)
don't have a care in the World
Why would I, when you are here(you are here)

sepenggal lagunya justin yang bikin aku merinding banget..
hmm... it's awsome!!!

Birthday Fuz: Part II

- * Budge's birthday accessories always come in handy *
Still Pug Magazine material.
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Happy Birthday Calvin! Hope you have a great day!
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( For more Birthday Fuz, click HERE )

Mothers Day Poems Cards

View our latest brunch of Mothers Day Poems Cards to share sweetness and happiness of mother's day celebration through poetry. The lines composed in honor of a mom are really awesome to work well with beauty and in connection with the poetic theme. Pick the one you like most to present it to your loving mom.
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Anime Mother's Day Cards

View these cute anime cartoons exchanging happy mother's day wishes in animated style. Animated looks like mother and her kids playing in the park, hugging her and wishing her look pretty as well as cute. Access these Anime Mother's Day Cards with free download facility to present them to your sweet mom.
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Happy Birthday Dad!

Another great June birthday to celebrate! Time for my first ever Renoir-inspired family portrait...
.Renoir - Luncheon of the Boating Party photo source - Wikimedia Commons

Happy Birthday Dad!! Hope you have an amazing day!

Lots of love,

Holly & the Budge

Happy 30th Lisa!!


Today's my sister's 30th birthday! Definitely cause for celebration! Even a 5.5 earthquake to mark the occasion!
Whoo hoo!

Hope you had a great day, Lisa!

Lots of Love,

Holly & the Budge

Birthday Anteater in the Lazy Day Treasury...


This week seems to be treasury week! This time it's the anteater's turn. He's hangin' out with some sloths and fellow anteaters on the Lazy Day Etsy Treasury.

To have a look at all the great items, click on the link below

http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4c2131769b996d914580707b/lazy-day

Tired Squirrel in the Run! Etsy Treasury


The tired runner squirrel has done it again! Dragging his tired little body across the line to be chosen for the Run! Etsy Treasury! Very happy to be a part of it.

Click on the link below to have a look . . .

http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4c1bdf45b6136d9187e90fba/run

Happy Father's Day!


A beautiful, sunny Sunday afternoon, with the smell of barbeque in the air... Mmm the smell of father's day.

Cheers to all the wonderful dads out there!
Hope you had a great day!

- one fine catch -


A quick drawing for illustration friday. This week's topic is early...
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I just couldn't help myself...
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xox The Budge

Carrier Budge Website is Now Up & Running!

It's official, the Carrier Budge website is finally up & running! Check out all the great Carrier Budge greeting cards, read up on the Budge, or just go exploring. Whatever the reason, it is worth the visit to- www.carrierbudge.ca
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Be sure to have a look.
xox The Budge

Happy Mother's Day!

INSIDE: Love Always, Your Little Baby
Carrier Budge's "Little Baby" Mother's Day Card
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Cheers to all the amazing mothers out there.
Hope you had a fantastic day!
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Cheers to a Speck-tacular Occasion!

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Another great birthday to celebrate! This one's for the one and only Krystal Speck, maker of fantastic ceramics and tableware.

Cheers, Krystal! Hope you have a wonderful day!

xox The Budge

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For more ceramic goodness, check out http://krystalspeck.blogspot.com

Spanish Mothers Day Poems - A Mi Mamá

Cecilia Campos composed this poem for Mother's Day and it's especially suited for young children to give to their mothers ...

Mamita querida
De mi corazón
Yo te quiero mucho
Con todo mi amor.

Por eso te traigo flores,
Por eso te canto yo,
Por eso te traigo flores,
Con gran emoción.

Mamita querida,
Aunque soy chiquito/a,
Mi amor es grande,
Más grande que el sol.

Por eso te traigo flores,
Por eso te canto yo,
Por eso te traigo flores,
Con gran emoción.

Birthday Wishes from Dag the Puppet

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Happy Birthday Steph! Hope you are having a fantastic day!
xo 0The Budge
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For more puppet pics and info, check out
http://samizdatsyndicate.blogspot.com/

Mothers Day Wordings

The perfect wording can be found for each lady. Celebrate mothers day by sending thoughtful Mother’s Day cards and wordings.

Mother's are a special gift
from God to sons and daughters.

On this Mother's Day,
II pray that you receive
all the love and happiness
you have given to others.

Happy Mother's Day!

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There is no love,
like a Mother's love.
A Mother's love
is forever and un changing.

This Mother's Day,
I pray that God will bless you
for all the tears and heartaches,
the good times and the bad times
and most importantly
for the blessings that lie ahead.
No one deserves it more than you.

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Your arms were always open when I needed a hug.
Your heart understood when I needed a friend.
Your gentle eyes were stern when I needed a lesson.
Your strength and love has guided me and gave me wings to fl.

Sweet Mother's Day Words, Sayings, and Quotes: Thoughtful, Loving Wording and Quotations for Moms and Grandmas

Carrier Budge Now Available at Midoco!


Midoco Art & Office Supplies (Your Creative OutletTM) is your one-stop shop for creative expression

... and the Budge.

Living and working in Toronto's Annex, the Bloor Street Midoco has been a neighbourhood favourite of mine. A great selection of art supplies and all within walking distance, absolutely perfect. I am very pleased to now have Midoco as a Budge Retailer.
Go in and take a look.


Midoco Art & Office Supplies Inc.
555 Bloor St. W. Toronto, ON
(416) 588-7718
www.midoco.ca

Mothers Day Greeting Card Verses

MOTHER'S DAY GREETING CARD VERSE
 
Mother's Day...
a time for warm thoughts
and fond memories,
for expressing
the feelings and words
that often go unspoken,
for letting
those special people
in our lives know
that they are loved
and appreciated -
always.

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By simply being yourself
you've shown me the best way to be.
By having faith in my dreams
you've made me feel proud to be me.

For you've given me a gift
I will cherish my whole life through
One money can't buy and time can't erase
the gift I cherish is YOU.

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The heart of a home is a mother
Whose love is warm and true,
And home has always been "sweet home"
With a wonderful mother like you!

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To Mom...
who never sends you
out into the cruel world
without first wrapping you up
in the warmth of her love.

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Happy Mother's Day

Invitation For Mothers Day

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For an extra-special Mother's Day, invite a few of her closest friends to attend a brunch. The invitation for mothers day party should be given due emphasis. An improper invitation will reduce the enthusiasm of the guests even before the party begins. So, if you are planning invitation for Mother's Day Party, make sure that the invitations are perfect.

Plan for a surprise party for your mother by inviting close relatives and friends. A list of all the invitees colorfully written or printed on an invitation card or letter can do wonders in laying the emphasis to the celebration of such an important occasion. If you plan to throw a large surprise party for your mother, you will need to word your invitations for mother’s day so that the guests know they should keep the party a secret.

Given below are a number of invitations for Mothers Day party ideas.

* Making simple letter invitation is a good idea.
* Making a phone call is probably the easiest as well as the quickest way to invite someone to the party.
* Using invitation cards is quite pretty in these days.
* The use of e-mails and sms for inviting is also popular.
* The new idea is to collect your mom nice photo and add some text for invitation and use it for an invitation.

Whatever be the mode of invitation for mother’s day, make sure to tell your guests the exact date, time and venue. If you are arranging a theme party, do not forget to mention the same in the invitation so that the guests come appropriately dressed.
Anyone can buy cheap invitations for mother’s day at the local discount store, but if you truly want to impress everyone, make your own invitations for a Mother's Day brunch. In some cases, it may be necessary to have special invitation wording for a party that is a little more than the kids getting together in honor of their mom.

Like other party invitations, an invitation for Mothers Day party should include the party location, what time it begins and venue information. It should also have directions to special venues and any other pertinent information.

Sometimes it happens that Mothers Day celebrates the special women who raise both sons and daughters, many women like to host a females-only party on this day. Whether you need a Mother’s Day tea invitation or girls-only spa party invitation, you should specify that the event will be just for the gals.

Celebrate this mother’s day by sending creative invitation for mother’s day party.

Carrier Budge Featured on Invitation Buzz!

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With the Boston Marathon only a couple weeks away, the focus on Invitation Buzz today is runner greeting cards and Budge has been listed as a part of the lineup!

Be sure to check it out!
http://invitationbuzz.com/posts/70-boston-marathon-just-2-weeks-away-

Thank you to Emily and Heather for featuring Carrier Budge!

Invitation Buzz is also helping raise donations for Heather's sister, Crystal, who will be running Boston for the first time as a part of the American Liver Foundation team.

To read Crystal's story or to make a donation, please click here

Good Luck at Boston!
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While on the topic of marathons, the Budge also wants to wish Greg good luck at the Ottawa marathon! This will also be Greg's first marathon so here's hoping for a great run! Can't wait to hear how it goes.
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Happy Running Everyone!
xo x The Budge

Bright. Cheerful. Filled with Love (and some hearts).

I (Heart) U - Budge Card (front)
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Spring. A time for frolicking with greeting cards in a dewy meadows (possibly delivering messages of thanks, appreciation, or love - but not necessarily).
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In any case, this I (Heart) U Budge Card is perfect for the occasion. Its bright, cheerful exterior is paired with a pink interior and a few hearts - A great backdrop for your personal message.
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♥ ♥ ♥
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For more information on how to get your own I (Heart) U Budge Card or other cards like it, please contact Holly at carrierbudgecards@gmail.com

Easter Post

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Well Easter is almost here so I thought it was about time to jazz up the blog with some festive goodness (this obviously entails a frantic chicken running) - done and done.
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Have a great Easter!
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*Drawing inspired by this week's Illustration Friday topic - Rescue.

Free Mother's Day Poems


A mother's love determines how
We love ourselves and others.
There is no sky we'll ever see
Not lit by that first love.

Stripped of love, the universe
Would drive us mad with pain;
But we are born into a world
That greets our cries with joy.

How much I owe you for the kiss
That told me who I was!
The greatest gift--a love of life--
Lay laughing in your eyes.

Because of you my world still has
The soft grace of your smile;
And every wind of fortune bears
The scent of your caress.

Customizable Dickie Dog Cards Now Available on Etsy!

Good Luck - Customizable Dickie Dog Card
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They're here! The first line of customizable greeting cards offered through Carrier Budge. And who better to start things off then Dickie Dog and his array of festive dickies. What a great way to add a personal touch to your next special occasion.
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Want to see more? > www.carrierbudge.etsy.com
New customizable greeting cards will be coming soon so be sure to check back.
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Hope everyone had a great St. Patrick's Day!
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Cheers ~

Carrier Budge Now Available at Valhalla!

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Yes, that's right, Carrier Budge cards can now be found at Valhalla Cards and Gifts located at 823 Queen Street West, Toronto! What a fantastic opportunity to spot the majestic Budge amongst many unique gift items, cards, stationary, toys, games, books and even a fun house mirror (Budge is going to enjoy staring into that one).
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Possible Budge sightings include cards such as: Budge Birthday Card, Little Baby - Mother's Day Card, and the Squirrel with Nut - Thank You Card (shown below in previous post)
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So if you find yourself out and about in the GTA, be sure to stop in at Valhalla and check out the Budge. You'll be happy you did.
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For more info about Valhalla, please visit http://www.valhallacards.com/
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Squirrel with Nut - Thank You Card (front)

A new addition to the Carrier Budge card line:
Squirrel with Nut - Thank You Card
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A pleasant way to say thank you ~ And look, he's even left his nut for you inside the card - How sweet ~

* Note: Aside from the lone nut, interior is blank - perfect for thank you messages or custom squirrel drawings (such as example below...)
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Mother's Day Tea Invitations Ideas


Send elegant Mothers Day tea invitations to all the mothers, daughters, grandmothers, aunts and honorary moms on your list of special people. A tea party is a wonderful theme for celebrating Mothers Day with the women in your life. The event is usually elegant and feminine. The invitations should reflect the classiness of the party. Tea-themed motifs are popular on invitations, which include: * Teapots * Cup and saucer * Serving tray * Petit fours, finger sandwiches and other typical tea party food * Table and chairs * Ladies lunching Invitation paper that has been die-cut to look like an actual teapot or cup and saucer are not only unique, but convey the specialness of the event. These shaped invites may require additional postage for mailing. A tea party invitation for Mothers Day does not have to feature tea accessories, especially if the people invited are not partial to actual tea. Hosting a celebration with a tea party theme but serving other beverages is perfectly acceptable. Other commonly found designs on tea party invitations include: * Hats * Flowers (single or bouquets) * Lace * Victorian graphics * Pink and lilac color themes

Source : http://party.lovetoknow.com/Mothers_Day_Tea_Invitation

An Amazing Bird

No, I'm not just talking about the Budge (although he is pretty fantastic), I'm talking about the lyre bird from Australia. This bird can mick over 20 other species all in the hopes of attracting a mate. And if that isn't impressive enough, he can also mick random sounds such as a camera shutter and a chainsaw (who knows, maybe he's trying to seduce the sexy chainsaw he saw earlier... in any case, he's really leaving his options open).
Amazing.



Video provided by BBC Wildlife hosted by David Attenborough

After watching the above video it automatically went on to play "Male Birds Show Off Their Beauty to Attract Females" and I am so glad it did. Hilarious. I really recommend you watch it. The male pheasant may have "spectacular waddles" but the female's just not havin' it. And as for the others, is it just me or do the female birds look slightly uncomfortable in the presence of these elaborate displays?... Too funny.

Budge Baby Names...

"I see you've taken the liberty of naming them..."
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Just a quick Budge comic for Illustration Friday.
This week's topic is propagate.
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This also falls in line with my sister and her husband deciding on a name for their new baby a couple days ago. It has yet to be announced. I still think they should go with their two year old daughter's suggestion and name it "Grocery Store" Leskien. Pretty name for a girl or boy. I guess I'll find out soon enough...
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*** Click on the image to get a better look at the Budge baby names
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Karaoke Anyone?...

Complete with a walk along the beach, fantastic wall lean with guitar, and ofcourse a cowboy...

Focused Admiration...


One longing stare
+ double the festive dickie
+ an uncomfortable Dickie Dog
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= the perfect combination for the new True Love Dickie Dog Card
offered by Carrier Budge.
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* Also ties in quite nicely to this weeks Illustration Friday topic
Hope you enjoy :)


Dickie Dog True Love Card
Perfect for Valentine's Day


(FRONT) "When True Love Finds Each Other..."


(INTERIOR) "It's Something Special to Look At."

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For more information on how to get your very own Dickie Dog True Love Card, please email Holly at carrierbudgecards@gmail.com

Dickie Dog's Secret Admirer...


With Valentine's Day quickly approaching, Dickie Dog has traded in his Santa dickie for yet another festive beauty and, in doing so, seems to have attracted a new friend...

Stay tuned for the unveiling of Dickie Dog's admirer along with a new Carrier Budge card to celebrate the occasion ♥

Belated Birthday Wishes...

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January 18: Happy Birthday Tanya!

Last year Tanya and friends were giving out free hugs on the busiest street corner in Toronto, and so in celebration of her birthday some Budge characters have decided to do the same...

If you'd like to see more free hugs or find out more about this fantastic spoken word artist, check out


And one more Fabulous belated January birthday...

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January 5: The Carrier Budge stilt performers Birthday Debut
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Going to new heights to wish Julie a happy birthday!
next apparatus: aerial hoop ( ...for the real thing check out http://www.a2d2.ca/)
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** If you're looking for a great cirque and event planning resource, check out Julie's blog at

Where the Hell is Matt? (2008)




* * click twice to view video through You Tube

My cousin showed me this video when I was back for the holidays and I just had to share it. It makes me smile each time I watch it. Definitely a feel good video.

If you'd like to know how this all got started, see more videos, or find more about Matt, please visit

http://www.wherethehellismatt.com/

or you can also visit the "Matt's Place" link at

http://www.stridegum.com/

Happy 2010!


Happy New Year Everyone!

It feels great to be back! After a fantastic Christmas break I am feeling energized and excited for all the new card designs and Budge comics to come in 2010. Expect more Budge characters in addition to new designs with some of the Carrier Budge favourites.
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The Budge Shop - For 2010, the Budge Shop will be expanding the items available to buy online. We will be offering new designs not yet available in the Carrier Budge card line and also we will soon be introducing the option of customizable cards, made to order through the Budge Shop. With new items being posted regularly, be sure to check out...
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Carrier Budge Website - http://www.carrierbudge.ca/ - expect to see changes coming early this year. The temporary web page will soon be replaced, I promise.
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2010:
The Year of the Tiger
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According to Chinese astrology, 2010 is the year of the Tiger. And so I thought a tiger related comic was in order to start off the post...
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and ofcourse this guy wanted to celebrate too ---------->
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... can't argue with that.
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Cheers to a very happy and healthy 2010!
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Hope to see you again soon ~