Etsy!

I am FINALLY  updating my ETSY.  If anyone wants to take a peek, the link is at the top of this page on the right.  I still have more to list, but I have at least started.:)  Have a great day!

Roses: A Family Healing

It has been so long since I posted.  We have had quite a month of illness.  We ended up canceling our trip to visit Tim because Our little guy was so ill.  (I DID snap a few pics of him Easter morning STILL in winter PJ's .) It was very sad and lonely for all involved.  Tim and I both lost our Dad's this year as well, so I think going through the holidays next year will be easier for the whole family.  On a brighter note,  I think we are "through the worst" of our ailments.  Ryan is still sick, but seems to be fighting this without the help of antibiotics.  Ellory had her first day back to school today in quite a while AND she made it without her cast.  SO, I posted some pictures of her new Irish dance dress.  This is her motivation to get that leg back into shape.  I just love the colors and my picture taking doesn't do it justice.  AND, my plan today is getting my ETSY shop "up and running."  I have said this before but I am hoping no crisis arises today.

Oh, we have daffodils blooming in the front yard and although it has been cold, I am HOPEFUL that spring is finally here. :)  I will post some "works in progress" if I get a chance.:)

Rubbish: Under the Weather

Ahh!  I think I have a sinus infection.  I feel like the left side of head is going to explode!  I am hoping to get some meds and feeling better by the weekend.:)  I did get this little piece done yesterday.:)  I named it "The Dolls'  dolls". Hope it puts a little smile on your face.:)

Roses: A Surprise Visit

Wow, it has been awhile since I posted.  We had a Surprise visit from Tim( that's him in the middle of the two other men) this weekend!  I actually knew that he may make it home for the weekend, which gave me time to finally get the house in order.  We had a lot of fun, especially Saturday night.  We went to see our friends' Irish band, Aran perform.  Ethan was the star performer out on the dance floor.  I wish I had pictures.  It was too cute. 

 

  It was difficult for Tim to leave Ethan, but we will travel to see him over Easter.:)  For some reason, I have been particularly lonely the past few months.  I usually handle these situations better as I think Tim has been away more than home the past two years.  At least he is not in the desert and I really don't know how families survive not seeing each other for so long, PLUS knowing your husband is in danger everyday.  I feel very blessed that at least we see each other occasionally.  AND he has a cottage right on the beach so I am looking forward to a mini vacation over Easter break.:)

I am so behind on blogging and FINALLY finished up two pieces today.  I  had fun working on these.  I have a few more in the works and I really will be posting on etsy soon.:)  I finally, FINALLY have my little creative nook finished and I can't believe how productive I have been with such little precious time to work.:)  Of course, I wish I could have more hours in the day like most of us, but for now I am thankful for the little precious times I can create.

Just a quick note.  It's a beautiful spring day and  I am feeling loads better and have lots of new stuff in the works.:)  Well, must get ready for performance tonight.  (See post below.)  Happy Spring!:)

Roses: Keeping up Tradition

Happy St. Patrick's day to all!  I will be playing flute at the following event tonight.  I have really enjoyed working on this.  Thanks Rachel! 

“From Desolation to Consolation: The Journey of a Soul through the Prayers of the Saints,” a special Celtic Christian Service...

 

The program will explore the theme of going from Desolation, the state of being without God, to Consolation, the union of the soul with God. The heart wrenching prayers from many ancient saints of the church have been put to beautiful melodies of traditional Celtic aires and jigs from Scotland , Wales and Ireland . This combination has resulted in an effective retelling of the Gifts of Grace that God has given us. Celtic Bards will present to attendees the pathways of Joan of Arc, St. Patrick, St. Teresa de Avila, St. Francis, St. Clara, and St. Augustine . Interspersed with the barding will be the saints’ own prayers of pain and passion in seeking God. These will be accompanied by traditional folk instruments, including pipes, harp, bodhran, guitar, violin, and flute.

 

The book of Jeremiah ( 6:16 ) states, “…stand at the crossroads and look: ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls…”

Unfortunately, Ellory fractured her foot and won't be dancing at this event as planned.  So...I had to post some pics from years past and I don't have any of her in her new dress.   I snapped a quick picture of Ellory and Sarah today and of Ellory's decorated foot.  

Ellory attendeds an Irish Catholic school so today was a big day.   One of her favorite  teachers tragically passed away at Christmas from cancer.  He was very proud of his Irish heritage.  In his honor the school sold t-shirts and will use those and other donated funds to start a scholarship program.  All the students were encouraged to wear their "green" today.:)  No uniforms.  The picture of the girls in the Irish dance costumes are Sarah, Ellory and mentor Jordan who is in Ireland studying abroad this year.  We miss her dearly.  

I am having problems with the font.

Many Irish blessings to you... and may the wee folk always watch over you from afar.:)

Radishes: "Intuitive Tuesday"...( on Friday:)

I had this "great" idea. LOL  Take a day of the week... every week to create a piece somewhat outside your comfort zone.  Take time to choose some items to use that are picked by intuition only.  Then, create something with it.

  I found three scraps of fabric on the floor that were picked out of a basket by Ethan.  (Well, that he randomly grabbed from the basket and threw on the floor:))  I used these pieces to create this piece,  "Lonely Bird" #2.  I can't tell you how good it felt to create this little piece.  I can't wait to do some more pieces similar to these and the "wheels are turning".  I really don't know if the work would appeal to anyone but me,  but I absolutely felt something in my spirit that was so satisfying and a feeling of contentment came over me when I was in the last stages of completion.  I Just had one of those moments when I felt like all the sketching and experimenting I have been doing for the last few years finally (well almost) came together.  I wrote in an earlier post (probably more than one) that I haven't been able to get my "vision" from my head to my hands.  I think that I figured out the problem.  I wasn't letting my "heart" do it's part.  I wasn't "letting go" and  was more worried about whether or not it would have appeal to a "buying audience".  So I think I will try to make "intuitive Tuesday" a regular event.  Any one else want to join?:)