My own little World

Sunday mornings

2012-01-29T19:48:00.001-06:00

On Sunday mornings, I love to stand at my kitchen

window, cup of coffee in hand and watch the birds
at the feeder.

It doesn't matter that my kitchen is just four walls
(well, 3 1/2 really)...there are no cabinets, no stove,
no fridge....just windows.

I dream of the day when our farmhouse remodel is
complete and we live there full time. We have such
a long way to go and somedays, I feel we'll never
get there.

But the birds bring me peace, they tell me they will
wait for me to get there and then we will be together
always.

Book of Days....the beginning

2012-01-19T20:23:00.000-06:00

I've joined Effy Wild for her art journal classes, Book of Days....a year
long exploration and learning adventure.

I love to surf the internet....just to see what's out there and see what kind
of work people are doing. This past year, I would come across different
sites that would feature some very beautiful and amazing pieces of art
in these journals. I immediately became entranced, but was just too unsure
of myself to do anything....

So, when I found Book of Days in my daily surf, I took it as a sign to
get going and do something...I had told myself that in 2012, I would
make more time for me, time to pursue my art, to learn and do instead
of just reading about it.

In a project last week, our challenge was to journal about something
that challenges us and we were using a mosaic design....my mind
was blank, I couldn't think....nothing sounded right and after I finished,
it just didn't feel right - the words felt forced and "not me". Effy had
used the example of rejection in her video and since I was blank at the
time, I did as well.

Here's the original spread:

I just wasn't happy with it, so I thought about it a couple of days....realized that
in the future I need to listen to my own heart. Which is in fact a big challenge for
me....I did go back and add some more....it's still not where I want it to be, but I
know this is a learning process and that I am working to find my own voice.

Words in a New Year

2012-01-08T16:22:00.001-06:00

I've been looking....waiting....hoping to get a sense of
my word for this year......Zip, zilch, nada-nothing seemed
to be coming through. I was beginning to come to the
conclusion that it was a fruitless search.

And then the other night I was reading Graciel's winter issue
of The Soul in Bloom. In her poem, The Gift, she says
"The Gift is always greater than the limitation, and once
claimed becomes the means to rise above it all."

This hit me like a ton of bricks...so simple and yet so
very powerful. And then I knew that in 2012 I will
work to CLAIM my gift.

Leaves

2011-12-28T06:14:00.000-06:00

The leaves were glowing against the

dark rainy sky

It seems they were screaming

"Look at me!"

Changing....

2011-12-05T16:23:00.000-06:00

I've written this before.....
Change is coming - I can feel it
And maybe in the past, the changes did
come, maybe a slight veer in the path,
but really, not much more than that.

Did I stop paying attention and so
the waves passed over me as only a ripple?
Or was I too afraid to look? Scared of
the work it would require on my part?

I feel it again, this coming change.
I am still afraid - not sure if I am up
to the challenge.....not sure if I can
master this work ahead.

But deep inside, in my heart, I know
I really don't have a choice - my soul is
crying out for something new, something
real, something deeper...

It's time to make a change....

On this day and everyday......

2011-11-24T08:14:00.000-06:00

"Let the Thankful heart sweep through the day."
Henry Ward Beecher

Barriers

2011-10-26T07:27:00.000-05:00

Barrier / Locked doors / Road blocks

I see these words a lot lately
and I feel them coursing
through my veins

Why must I endure this?
Yes, I know....character building,
strengthening the steel, lessons
for the future...I've heard this all before

Still, it makes one wonder.....
Perhaps these barriers are simply
blocking your way in order for you to
Take a new road....

But, what if know one ever loves me again?

2011-10-09T14:01:00.000-05:00

If you want that true, deep love...
then you have to give that true, deep love

But know that the gift of yourself may not be
accepted. Your gift may not be returned

If so, walk away, have faith and know....

The One you are looking for
Is also looking for you.....

This is me. Today.

2011-09-29T12:50:00.000-05:00

Words in my Heart

2011-09-18T11:10:00.000-05:00

Maybe there was a dream and maybe not....I don't really remember.
But in the morning confusion of waking, it was that word that
echoed through my head - Transformation.

Off and on through-out my life, I have thought, "I should be
more of this" or "I should do more of that". But in my 50th
year, I have come to realize that each stage is a learning
process and in reality, I like the person I have become.

And I also know that I am entering a new stage in this life...
While I will always be a mother, I am no longer of child-bearing
age, my children grown and living their own lives. I am entering
the age of the Crone.

And while there are those who look back on their lives and wish
to return to their youth....I am looking forward. I want to embrace
this new part of me and live it with gusto and fearlessness...reveling
in this new transformation!

Never Forget

2011-09-11T11:15:00.000-05:00

(photo from the web)

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The Old Woman

2011-08-28T10:53:00.000-05:00

In Diana Gabaldon's book, The Drums of Autumn, she has Claire Fraser meeting an old
Indian medicine woman. Nayawenne tells Claire that she will come in to her full power
when her hair turns white.

This is what I am looking forward to...but I do realize there is work to be done in
getting to that point.

So, I'm taking stock, weighing what is real and truly important....sifting through thoughts
and beliefs - discarding those that no longer fit who I am or who I want to be. I want
to get down to my true essence and live from there.

2011-07-28T16:55:00.000-05:00

I've been having trouble getting and staying motivated
lately to do anything....it's to hot! I'm too tired!
bitch & moan; whine & cry; blah, blah, blah......

So, this was my horoscope this morning:

Your dreams will never come true unless you believe in and act on them, Capricorn. No one else is going to do it for you. Unless you have a fairy godmother, you need to take matters into your own hands. Realize that you can get there many different ways. The first step is always to believe in yourself and the fact that anything is possible. Today is a great day to let your imagination take charge.

I would say this is the Universe telling me to get my act together

and get busy! I guess there is no more feeling sorry for myself and

making excuses....because really, you can't get it any more basic

than the above....

I wonder......

2011-06-08T14:27:00.000-05:00

If I just walked away, would the world truly end?

I mean really....if I left my job, sold my house and
started life over....what's truly going to happen?
Will I get demerits for not doing it "properly"?

I realize I'm 50 years old, that I'm no longer a
spring chicken. Is there anyone that truly cares?
I'm not decrepit, nor have I lost my wits.

Something's got to happen soon....I can't stand
this much longer...But, I have to be willing to walk
away....

This letting go

2011-06-02T17:12:00.000-05:00

I know that the time is here....this letting you go. I've
heard the urgent whispers, I've seen the signs....I know
this is what has to happen for both of us to progress
in this life.

Just remember that life can be hard.....but, that's where
the lessons are; the challenges that shape us and give us
the strength to grow.

But there is so much to love about life too....hanging out
with friends & family, good music, sunshine...so many different
things that bring us joy....this is where you can find rest.

Remember to pay attention to it all....you don't want to miss
the sign post for your path. I am here if you need me, but it's
time for you to go...

My dollhouse project update

2011-03-22T20:16:00.006-05:00

It was going to be a glorious week! A week of
vacation on the farm...working on our dollhouse.
With so much to do, our list was a mile long!

Well, we do have electricity in the bathroom now
and have set the toilet....after all, you do have
to plan for the necessities! We will eventually
have to pull the toilet up and set tile...but for
now, we have a place to go.

I came to realize very early on in this project
that I would need to learn patience. I'm ready
to move, I have plans and dreams:gardens / chickens
/ goats....time to work on my art in my new studio...
Why is this taking so long? I'm not getting any
younger, ya know!

But the Universe has other plans....has told me to
chill out, to enjoy the process...I have to be where
I am for now...I have things to learn, to do, to
see before the time is right to move.

I want to soften in to this flow, to accept this
as true and be in the moment, so as not to miss
anything. But honestly, I don't think I'm doing
a very good job....I am anxious and depressed,
afraid I will never get to realize this dream.

Hold on.....

2011-02-23T14:46:00.002-06:00

i feel the light coming...things are getting brighter
thoughts and feelings are no longer so heavy to bear....

i may make it after all

Winter blues

2011-02-07T16:49:00.005-06:00

I tell myself I must be here - in this place, doing

this work...that I have something to learn...that

when the time is right, everything will move

forward as it should.

And for a while, I believe it.....

Lists....

2011-01-19T20:52:00.002-06:00

I've been seeing a lot of lists online these days...."10 things about
me"; "10 things that make me Happy", etc.....so, to play along.....
here's my list of 10 things about me that make me happy...

1. I am a country girl at heart
2. I have the greatest man in the world as my best friend,
lover & rock!
3. My children and family are the glue that hold me together
4. I am an artist!
5. I love pie. any kind. any time.
6. I love Mother Earth and find God there in all aspects of Nature.
7. Time with the girls is a necessity for me...their love and acceptance
nourish my soul.
8. Music gives me wings
9. I am healthy and learning to love my body. as is.
10. I am liberal in my thinking and feel our differences should
be celebrated as much as our commonalities.

How 'bout you?

Baby, it's cold outside!

2011-01-14T21:17:00.003-06:00

I'm not complaining (too loudly)....it rained before this little bit
of snow came in last week.....and we do need the moisture so
bad....but, damn it's cold!

I would never make it as a Northerner....plus, my
East Texas accent would give me away! : )

Stay warm everybody!

The Dollhouse Project...the beginning

2011-01-04T13:15:00.012-06:00

Every morning when I get to work and sign in
to my computer, I take a quick tour around
the blogosphere to see what my favorites are
up to.

Dear Graciel wrote about her plans for the new
year with her dollhouse project...I decided I
wanted to be a part and play along....however,
I don't have a dollhouse, don't have room for one
and didn't want to go get one....I was wondering
what I might be able to use as a virtual dollhouse
in order to participate.

Isn't it odd how our dreams can provide the
answers? I woke up from a dead sleep in the middle
of the night knowing this house renovation project
my husband & I are doing would work perfectly
for my plans....

In an older post, I mentioned the fact that we are
working on my Father's childhood home for our
future retirement home. It's been quite an eye
opener in many ways....the time involved, the
"out of the box" thinking of ways to work around
certain obstacles (it's not that easy to re-wire
a solid concrete house).

We are both so ready to leave the city life and
move to the country...I've seen already in this
project I will learn a lot of patience...something I
have a hard time with.

I've already come to realize that I have to accept
the fact that not everything will go smoothly or
as quickly as I would like or even that I will get
to do eveything I want with this house remodel.
That sometimes I will have to accept these
imperfections.

But in the end, we'll have a wonderful little house in
the country...and all the hard work, tears and cursing
will be worth it!

Happy Birthday to Me!

2011-01-03T13:03:00.003-06:00

This past weekend was my birthday! I turned 50 years
old....(wow!!).

It's going to be a great year and I'm so looking forward
to it....as I told my son when he called to wish me
birthday wishes..."With age, comes wisdom".

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas

2010-12-24T17:11:00.004-06:00

Merry Christmas Everyone! I hope your Holiday is full of
love and laughter....

Where do you want to go?

2010-12-11T09:08:00.005-06:00

That's a simple enough question....and my
answer is just as simple...I want to live
from my core...the real me.
Honest, loving, simple and deep.

(I recently read a story on the internet
about a young man who had lived next door
to Fred Rogers. And while I don't
remeber a lot about the story...what I
do remember is Mr. Rogers telling him
that living simple and deep was always
better than living shallow and complex).

Earlier in the year when my Knight and I
decided to begin this remodel project of
our future retirement home, it didn't take
long (or rocket-science) to realize that the
contents of my current 1800 sq ft home is
not going to fit into my future 900 sq ft.
home...suddenly, I found myself able to
"let go" of so many things that I once
felt was so important.

I've read posts this week from ladies
who are struggling to find the Christmas
Spirit and then suddenly a simple strand
of lights or a twinkling glitter star will
remind them of their childhood and things
will fall into place and that love and
peace of the Holiday season will walk right
in; reminders of the fact that with
imperfections, light comes seeping through
the cracks and if we get out of our own
way and let go, miracles will happen...

And so, as the Christmas season approaches,
I'm not as stressed about gifts and menus...
simple gifts from the heart, time spent with
family and friends and phone calls to those
who can't join us this year.....

Love & Peace, simple & deep....
I hope you find yours.

i miss you....

2010-12-07T12:11:00.006-06:00

i'm wondering, how many times can you write the
words i miss you on a piece of paper? it would
not be enough to ease the longing in my heart.

i'm wondering, do you remember the love and
adoration i felt for you as my baby boy?
do you know that i have that same feeling for
you as a grown man?

you have your own life to live now with a
beautiful wife and wonderful children. it's
what i always prayed you would have.

and i have new paths to explore in my own life.
they will be much quieter than the past, but
no less exciting and just as sweet.

however, i miss you......

Year end review...

2010-12-05T09:22:00.004-06:00

I guess it's that time of year when we begin to
look back, reflect over this past year...the good,
the bad, what should have been and what was.

To keep this brief, 2010 was not a bad
year...but, not a good year either....I lost
touch with myself and my soul began to dry up
from the loss of that contact. I had very
few creative thoughts and even less creative
energy.

Oh, it wasn't a horrible year...we've begun work
on renovating our future home in the country...
Lots of dirt and sweat and dreams of gardens &
chickens kept me going through the summer....

But this seems all surface to me...In less than
a month, I will turn 50 yrs. old...it's time for
some real changes.

So, this is the goal for 2011....a return to
myself....I fear there is some hard work ahead
with lots of dirt and sweat and dreams of
gardens and chickens to keep me going....

Thank you

2010-11-11T11:49:00.004-06:00

Today is Veteran's Day. Regardless of your views on the
current conflicts we find ourselves in at the moment,
please remember that so many have given up so much in
order for us to have the freedom to express those
conflicting views.

Thank you to my Pappy, my Daddy, my Son & daughter-in-law
for their unselfish service and sacrifice.

My prayers for those who made the ultimate sacrifice
with their lives.

I love you all

A gift from the Universe

2010-11-10T12:08:00.001-06:00

Just what I needed to read....my horoscope for today.

Capricorn
December 22 - January 19
It's important that you abandon the myth that you don't have
any gifts or talents, Capricorn. Consider thinking about your
talents in the same way you think about your body. When you
exercise, eat right, and get plenty of rest, your body
responds. Your talents are no different. They need care and
nurturing, too.

Pappy

2010-11-03T20:27:00.007-05:00

Cecil Earl Yates
August 3, 1910 - October 29, 2010

I remember counting your wheat pennies every time
we came to visit.

I remember wearing your robe when I stayed with
you and Granny

I remember you always smelled like coffee or engine
grease...depending on the time of day

I remember that even as a little girl, I knew you
loved me more than anything in this world.

I remember your smile.

I remember our conversations and your advice when
my first marriage had ended and I didn't know what
to do or where to go.

And when I came to see you in August, to celebrate
your 100th birthday, I knew you still loved me
more than anything in this world.

You are the standard I judge all men by, simply
because you are the best.

I love you with all my heart and while I know you
are no longer with me here on this earth, you will
always be with me in my heart.

Weekend in the Country.....

2010-04-18T17:03:00.005-05:00

It's so nice to get away and enjoy the peace and quiet of
Mother Nature. We spent the weekend with my folks out in
East Texas....planning the day we get to move there
permanently....here's some pics...

For your viewing pleasure.....

2010-03-06T18:39:00.003-06:00

I've been blank lately - nothing coming out.....I hope
this means that maybe something is coming in....We did
go to see Alice in Wonderland last night and I loved it!
The imagery was beyond amazing....

So, until the Muse graces me with her presence, here are
some snow pictures from earlier this year....

I'm sure there are those on the East Coast of the US who are
sick of the stuff, but snow rarely happens here in Texas like
this, so we revel in it!

Peace & Love to all....

And the Winner is.......

2010-02-15T12:17:00.002-06:00

Anji Gallanos from Alaska...

Congratulations Anji - I hope you enjoy your gift....I hope it's
always a reminder to live your dreams and enjoy your life with
passion and "wildness"

Thanks to all who came by for a visit and also to those who signed
up to follow this little piece of the blogosphere....I hope we all
become the bestest of friends!

I wanted to make sure I got by to visit everyone - but a family
emergency put my magic carpet ride on hold....hopefully, Lisa
will keep the list up for a while and I can make it by.

Dandelion dreams....

It's that time again!

2010-01-24T09:12:00.011-06:00

.....Well, you don't know what we can find
Why don't you come with me little girl
On a magic carpet ride.....
From Magic Carpet Ride by Steppenwolf, 1968

Welcome everybody! Lisa Swifka's One World One Heart
begins today! Another chance to meet new friends far
and wide.

I joined the Gypsy Caravan last year for the first time
and had so much fun traveling the world, seeing great art
in so many different forms. I wouldn't dream of missing
this event!

This past year has been a year of growth and change for me
because I took the chance last year to come out of my shell
and join the world. I've learned so much about what I want
out of life, what I can do and what I need to contiue working
on.

So, in honor of my 1 year blogiversary and One World One Heart,
I'm offering this piece of work as a give-away. It seems I'm
finding my muse through music lately - this time it was
Stevie Nicks - but I have so much swirling in my brain right now,
who knows what will come of it - stay tuned!

Leave a message that includes a link back to your site or
an email where I can get in touch with you. I'll do a
drawing from all comments left at the end of this event and
contact the winner for mailing details.

Thank you for stopping by - come again anytime!

Peace, Love and Happiness to you all......

You're a shining star.....

2010-01-13T09:09:00.006-06:00

No matter who you are......now I'm sure that tune will be
stuck in my head for days....

Jamie's asked us today,How do you wish to shine?

I think that's an easy answer: I wish for my true self to
shine through...for my soul to glow and sparkle with truth
and love.....that I may be a source of inspiration or comfort
to anyone who should need it whether I realize it or not.

However, I sometimes think that's easier said than done...
especially when we wake up cranky or start feeling sorry for
ourselves when things don't go our way.

But, as we all know - it's the challenges in life that give
us the lessons we need in order to grow. With these
opportunities are our chances to shine.

Just showing off

2010-01-12T22:04:00.004-06:00

Wanted to show off my latest project....for my grandson Wyatt.
I'm still very much a beginner, so things like this take for
ever....but here's the Spiderman blanket....I found the pattern
online.

And here's Wyatt with his new blanket -

Since I have 3 more grandsons + 1 on the way, I'm going to
be busy for a while....

Blue Moon Intentions

2009-12-30T20:36:00.004-06:00

It came to me late yesterday, my word for 2010 that is....I
guess if 2009 was the year for me to jump, then it's time
for me to fly in the coming year.

New paths to trod, basking in the light, seeds of knowledge
and 3 drops of blood will be the ingredients of my magic
potion in order to sprout the wings I need.

During this second full moon of December, I'm shouting to the
world to watch me take off and soar!

In the waning hours.....

2009-12-28T16:57:00.015-06:00

In this last week of 2009, I've been thinking back over this
past year. I'm wondering if it's really been extra busy
this year or have I just been paying more attention? And am
I paying attention more because of the intentions I set at
the beginning of 2009?

I started this blog late January 2009. I spent a long
time surfing and reading great sites and wishing that
I could have something like that as well. I found
One World, One Heart right as it was beginning
and couldn't deny my own heart's wishes any longer.
And here you have it....My Own Little World!

It was a very bold step for me to take - I'm not given to
sharing my thoughts / opinions / wishes / dreams to others,
unless you know me very well. (not to mention showing my
art to anyone outside my comfort zone!)

I remember reading a lot about people choosing words to
inspire or guide them through this year with intention. It
took me forever to find my word - but finally it came to
me: JUMP! And I have.....

What started out as a very scary ride is fast becoming a
necessity for me...I feel I need to touch base regularly
with the friends I've made over this past year...to
encourage / joke / ooh & ahh over their latest creation
and in general spread the love...because that is what I
have received and it has changed my life forever.

So, what's the word for 2010? I have know idea - I'm always
behind.....but I am listening.....

Happy New Year to everyone - let's just do something crazy
this year.....I'm open to suggestions...

Wednesday wishes

2009-12-23T16:05:00.002-06:00

Today's wishcasting prompt from Jamie is What do you wish
for this Holiday Season?

On the surface, this is an easy answer - Regardless of your
Religious / Spiritual beliefs, I wish for you and yours love,
light and peace during this Season of Celebration.

In the depths, I have a wish to re-discover the simple joy and
truth of this Season. It seems I get so caught up in the rush
of planning, shopping, decorating, etc that by the time Christmas
gets here - I'm exhausted, stressed beyond belief and just a
total bitch....

It will not be this way next year - I promise myself (and you).

My Gift to You.....

2009-12-15T20:56:00.007-06:00

The world has changed.
I feel it in the water.
I feel it in the earth.
I smell it in the air.

Much that once was, is lost
For none now live who remember it.....

Galadriel
Prologue to the Lord of the Rings
The Fellowship of the Ring

I am changing too. I'm tired of the status quo, of looking
to society for approval or direction. This game of life we're
playing no longer rings true. We're a lost people - having
forgotten what was. And so plans are being made, steps are
being taken - my bag is packed.

Where am I going, you may ask? Well, I'm not really sure - it's
a long path and a dangerous journey. I know there will be dragons
along the way and I could get lost in the Forest. I know there
will be danger; gut-wrenching fear; heartbreaking tears - but I
will also find laughter and incredible joy, peace and contentment.

Along the way, I plan to pick the flowers of my soul, inhale
deeply the scent of my dreams in order to absorb their very
essence into my Being. I will eat the fruit of my experiences
so the seeds of wisdom can germinate in my heart. I am watching
and listening for guidance from the Universe, just waiting for
that sign, that whispered word that will give me LIFE!

I'm sure you're wondering how this is a gift for you? Easy, I'm
taking you on this journey with me.....

What is your spirit wishing for?

2009-12-09T12:14:00.003-06:00

That's the question for the day from our wishing guru, Jamie.....

And I have a really simple answer - My spirit wishes to fly....
I'm ready to let go and run wild, to have the freedom to work
and play as hard (or easy) as I want. And I can feel that flight
coming - it's just right over the hill.

So, there's the problem - THAT HILL! I'm not sure how to get
around / over / under / through that obstacle....How do you
just let go of all the must do's of real life in order to reach
out for your dreams? I mean, there's a mortgage to pay, children
to care for - I can't walk away from those responsibilities
(nor would I want to).

So, there's the challenge that's been lain at my feet. I'm
slowly stumbling along looking for clues and signposts, all the
time hearing that song in the distance...."I can fly, I can
fly, I can fly......"

Happy Thanksgiving!

2009-11-25T11:45:00.003-06:00

Wishing all of you a wonderful day full of love and laughter with
family and friends as we take time to celebrate and give thanks
for the beauty and happiness is our lives.

And to all those outside the U.S. - I wish you the same...

Sending love to you all -

Kathy

What do you wish to embrace?

2009-11-18T14:59:00.006-06:00

Is the question for the day from our Wishcasting Faerie - Jamie.

I've been away for awhile - trapped in a fog, unable to see my
way through. But the skies have cleared and I'm ready to make
up for lost time.

I want to embrace LIFE! All of it - good, bad and indifferent.
I think it's the only way to grow, to become more than who / what
you are at this point in time. To step beyond my comfort zone
and see what's out there.

However, wishing is much easier than doing....I think the key is
to realize there will be thick fog to work through and mountains
to climb, but if you continue - even if it's baby steps, eventually
it will all fall in to place and then we become that shining
star of pure love that changes the world.

Ramblings

2009-11-15T09:31:00.004-06:00

The blahs have left finally, but in their wake I find it
almost impossible to focus. My energy has returned, but
I don't know where to send it...

I started yoga classes a couple of weeks ago - maybe
that will help my focus return. I have discovered that
I have muscles in places I never knew existed and they
all hurt!

I've lost 17 lbs since late August! YEA ME! (Actually,
I've lost more - but it's the same 2 lbs that I keep
gaining/losing; gaining/losing......

I started a new art project last weekend...we'll see where
it goes. Also finishing up a crochet project for one
of my grandsons - a spiderman blanket! (will post pictures
when complete).

And starting a crochet project of wool scarves to send to
our men/women in Iraq and Afghanistan. I was surfing the
net and found out about this opportunity and now can't
work fast enough.

Son #3 & his wife are expecting child #2 in the Spring.
Sonogram says.....it's a boy! Yea! another boy!
We love 'em (says this mother of 5 boys / grandmother to 4
boys & 3 girls)...But, who do we have to talk to for
some girls....we're feeling outnumbered!

Ever wonder why your friends are in your life? What you're
supposed to learn from them / what they are supposed to
learn from you......let's see if we can find out.

Dandelion wishes for you all...

Is there something in the air?

2009-10-18T19:41:00.005-05:00

I have been in such a funk lately. I've been blaming it all
on all the rainy / grey days we've been having this past
month. But, this weekend has been glorious and I still can't
seem to shake it!

This morning my original plans were to get on here and post
about all the glories of life - I was able to get outside
yesterday and work in my yard. It was so very nice to be out
in the sunshine...But my mood soured almost immediately after
I got out of bed and haven't been able to shake it yet...I
wasn't in the mood to blog, read, garden, do any type of
art/creative project...all I wanted to do was sit around &
mope!

I finally made myself get out of the house for the afternoon.
Ended up going to the Edom Art Fair. I'm glad I did -
I ended up buying some prints from this young man.

Here's what I got - Dance of the Muses

He had already sold the original - but I ordered a nice
canvas print...it's going to look great in my bedroom.

I know this mood will pass - it always does, but in the meantime,
I may go nuts! Sorry for the whining - but maybe since I've got
it out in the open and out of my system, the grumpies will leave
quicker!

For my Brother.....

2009-10-14T19:58:00.004-05:00

Rick Johnson
1953-2009

My brother passed away this past week. 56 yrs old. At this time,
we don't know the cause, but autopsy results should be in soon.

For the last 10 years, my brother and I have had a very rocky
relationship. At one time, he made a very bad life decision that
affected my parents badly and I let him know about it in no uncertain
terms. In addition to that, I was always felt he could do more with
his life. For whatever reason, I couldn't seem to let go of my
anger.

My brother fought demons all his life, sometimes he was victorious
and would live in peace and happiness. Other times he failed
miserably and felt it. This is something I have never been able
to understand - I guess because I'm fortunate enough to not have
to live it.

We were able to come together earlier this year. He sent me a
very sweet e-mail when my husband was battling thyroid cancer and
it helped ease the way back to a better relationship.

What does all this have to do with Wishcasting Wednesday? Jamie's
question today is what do you wish to let go of? My wish today
isn't just for me, but for all of us.

If you're holding on to anger, disappointment or negative opinions
towards someone in your life, I wish for you to let it go. This
negative energy is impeding your life - your relationships and your
own personal growth. And it doesn't solve any problems - only love
can do that.

Be at peace, my brother. I will miss you.

Happy Mad Hatter Day!

2009-10-06T15:40:00.002-05:00

Let's all raise our tea cups to craziness!

What luxury do you wish for?

2009-09-23T16:44:00.003-05:00

That's the question posed today by Jamie Ridler for Wishcasting Wednesday. Hmm, do I wish for a new car? clothes? a fantabulous trip
around the world??

Nah, I think the luxury I want most is time. Time to do what I want,
whether it's lazing around on a rainy morning in my pj's or working in
my garden or building my new business. I just want time - I'm tired
of having to spend my precious time on things that no longer interest
me or serve my higher purpose.

Although, a trip does sound nice.....

It's Time.....

2009-09-19T08:24:00.004-05:00

I've never been a part of a book club before - much less
blogging about it along the way. But, as I watched
Jamie and friends having so much fun on their last project,
I knew I wanted to be a part of the next.

So, we begin.....this time around Jamie's The Next
Chapter is reading The Joy Diet by Martha Beck.

I will admit that I've already read a few chapters...It's
not that I don't comprehend what I read, but a lot of times
I don't retain it....so, I didn't want to be behind from
the very beginning. I found it very easy to read and
think it's going to be a great time.

Now, our first ingredient in the diet is nothingness. This
is going to be tough....I can sit still, but creating a
soothing peacefulness in mind will be another story!

I'm ready - let's go!

It's that time again.....

2009-09-09T13:48:00.003-05:00

Today is Wednesday and you know what that means?? It's time to
throw our wishes to the wind and see where they go and what they
become.....Jamie asks us today, "What do you wish to learn"?

Since I've started this little journey of public expression, I've
reconnected with my soul and have learned a bit about myself that
I think I may have forgotten or perhaps lost. I've come to realize
I like who I am. So, to answer Jamie's question - I wish to deepen
this relationship with me, to continue to learn and grow and explore
the infinite possibilities of this life experience.

On a totally unrelated note, I have recently been introduced to
this most awesome product. CieAura has created these holographic
chips (stickers)that help with pain, sleep or energy. They are totally
natural - no drugs / chemicals. Here's my website to get more
information: www.kathyoneill.cieaura.com.

If you would like to sample one, email me your mailing address &
I'll put a sample in the mail. Believe me you will be amazed!

What do you wish to begin?

2009-09-02T14:58:00.002-05:00

This is the question for this weeks Wishcasting Wednesday.
And honestly, I think I have already begun - I'm ready for
changes in my life...I have been stuck in a huge, gigantic
rut for years and just couldn't take it any more. I'm ready
to move and stretch and grow!

And it's really amazing, just a few small changes, one or
two baby steps and your attitude can just turn around like
that. Some of the very things that would upset me about
myself, I now understand and accept. Others I have taken
steps to eliminate from the program!

So, I guess my wish for today it to keep on keepin' on
and see where the road leads....

Leaving Terra

2009-08-29T20:17:00.005-05:00

Here is my latest work - Leaving Terra

Inspired by my reading of Caroline Myss' book,
Anatomy of the Spirit . Plus,
Tori Amos uses the phrase Leaving Terra in her
song, Scarlet's Walk and I like
the sound / imagery of that.

I'm taking time to study each chakra and trying to
create a piece of work to help me understand,
remove the blocks inhibiting me and grow more fully.

The Root Chakra relates to the Tribe you were born
in to, the basics of life you were / were not taught
and how you relate to all.

I've realized I have a long way to go, but isn't the
journey half the fun?

Wishcasting Wednesday

2009-08-26T20:56:00.002-05:00

I'm a little late to the party....had a very busy hectic
day and thought I would just wait until next week, but our
Wish Goddess Jamie had such a great question, I couln't pass
it up....

What do you wish to acknowledge yourself for?

I just have to say Yea Me because I'm just awesomeness
personified lately....It dawned on me today how much
I've done this year to put my self out there....at the
beginning of this year, I adopted the word "Jump" for my
theme in 2009 and I'm proud of all I've done....

I participated in One World, One Heart; found lots of new
blog friends to chat with; participating in Wishcasting
Wednesday; and have signed up with Jamie to do the Joy Diet
in September....

Plus, I started the South Beach Diet a week ago and have lost
5 lbs already!

YEA ME!

Coming soon.....a new me!

2009-08-23T19:17:00.003-05:00

For whatever reason (procrastion probably!), I've always felt
I had to get the physical me together before I could get
down to business with the spiritual me.

During one of my travels in cyber space, I saw where a woman
was doing the South Beach diet and blogging her experience.
I've done the SB diet before and had some success and so I
thought maybe I should do it again...

I'm not looking for a super model type body...I just want to
feel better and look healthy. My long-term goal is 40 lbs.
but, I would be happy with 25-30.

I started last Monday and don't know if I've lost any weight
or not....I don't own a set of scales....for obvious reasons.
But, I will probaly borrow some during this first phase. Just
to give my ego a boost with progress.

I will just post results intermittently...don't want to document
this whole process - I'm sure nobody wants to read my whining
about not getting any chocolate chip cookies.

Maybe, this will be what I need to go on a deeper search to
unveil the new me!

Wish me luck...and willpower!

Wishcasting Wednesday

2009-08-19T20:57:00.002-05:00

It's that time again and as usual, Jamie has come up with
a thought provoking question: Who is the "you" you wish to be?

I've actually had to think about this all day as that's a
really tough one for me. For the most part, I really like the
me I am....I feel I'm fairly intellegent (most of the time),
I'm a very loving, loyal wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend,
etc. Sometimes I can be funny and entertaining. Plus, I'm
quite sensitive to pains of the world. So, who do I wish to be?

I think I would like for the me that's fierce and brave to step
forward....you know, someone who's not really concerned with
what others think, someone who has the confidence to go out
into the world, unfurl their garishly bright wings and just take
off!

Wishcasting Wednesday

2009-08-12T16:27:00.002-05:00

Doors, windows, hearts, minds.....they're all the same, right??

I love playing on the internet! How did we ever get by before
it came along?? I mean, you can find the best stuff out there
in cyber space....fun, quirky, meaningless junk as well as the
most mind blowing, truly important, thought-provoking works in
the history of everything.

Since I've made the foray into bloglandia, I've met so many
wonderful people from all over the world....I've really opened a
door on possibilities - new friends who are helping me to grow
as a person (whether they realize it or not), new ideas on art
and a willingness to just jump out there into it all.

So my wish for this Wednesday is to keep the door open for all
possibilities - You just never know what or who is going to come
your way!

Open a Window

2009-08-05T21:15:00.005-05:00

I've been lazy lately - not wanting to do any type of
creative work - other than piddling in the garden. And
I've come up with all types of excuses - I'm too tired,
I don't have enough time, I don't have any extra money,
I need to shave my legs....really, just anything to stay
out of my work room.

But after reading Jamie's post the other day, I've decided
that for the time being, I may not have enough time
or money, but the least I can do is open a window.

So, here's my first attempt at a Full Moon dreamboard
for August's Full Sturgeon Moon

Celebrating the abundance of my life - my love of nature and
my quest to restore my connection with my spirit, my strength,
beauty and grace.

Also, to play along with Jamie's group of lovely and inspiring
friends, my wish for Wishcasting Wednesday.

I wish to make room in my life for the things that are truly important
to me - not just my family and friends - but also my health
mental & physical) and my art. To stop giving time and energy to
those soul draining thoughts and activities.

Thank you Jamie for your words of encouragement - I think I feel a
breeze blowing in!

I Believe.....

2009-08-04T21:30:00.003-05:00

I believe I am a Spiritual Being,
A child of God

I believe God loves me when I'm good
and when I'm not so good

I believe my creativity is a gift from God
and my creations are the threads connecting me
to the Source.

I believe I am connected to this Earth and the
health of our planet affects me physically, mentally
and spiritually

I believe in the freedom to choose: my prophets, my lover,
my thoughts, my food and what socks I'm wearing next Tuesday!

I believe laughter truly is the best medicine

And I believe that Love will always conquer Fear

Thoughts on Change

2009-07-16T20:25:00.002-05:00

(For us all - Thanks for the reminder Graciel Evenstar)

If you always believe
What you have always believed.
You will always feel
The way you have always felt.

If you always feel
The way you have always felt.
You will always think
The way you have always thought.

If you always think
The way you have always thought
You will always do
What you have always done.

If you always do
What you have always done.
You will always get
What you have always gotten
- Author Unknown

We hold the answer

2009-07-12T12:07:00.003-05:00

"The trouble with life isn't that there is no answer, it's that there
are so many answers."

Ruth Benedict

I'm still here....

2009-06-16T20:19:00.003-05:00

It seems my Husband's illness has taken it's toll on me
as well. I've been exhausted this past month and haven't
been inspired to do much but sit around. However, I am
proud of myself for not beating myself up for "doing nothing".
I do realize I need this time for rest and recovery and know
that soon I'll be back to it.

Now, on to my Hubby......he's doing better...the Dr. had given
him some thyroid medicine and he was beginning to regain some
energy....He's off the medicine now and on a low/no iodine
diet for the next 2 weeks, in order that the iodine treatment he
has on the 26th will effectively do it's job. I'm not sure what
happens after that....we just take it one step at a time.

I hope everyone's been doing well...thank you for keeping us in
your thoughts & prayers.

Interview me - wanna play???

2009-05-17T19:39:00.006-05:00

Jamie Ridler at Starshyne Productions was playing an interview
game last week and I decided to join in.

I've put this off until Husband was home from the hospital, so here
it is....

THE INTERVIEW RULES

* leave me a comment with your email address saying: “interview me”
* I will e-mail you five questions of my choice
* you can then answer the questions on your blog {with a link back to
my blog}
* you should also post these rules, along with an offer to interview
anyone else who emails you, wanting to be interviewed
* anyone who asks to be interviewed should be sent 5 questions to
answer on their blog
* it would be nice if the questions were individualized for each
blogger

My questions from Jamie -

1. What has surprised you the most about your life to date?
Well, I think that when I look back, it's surprising that my life
has turned out nothing like my original plans. Back in the day,
I was going to be a super-duper corporate career woman...and then
I got pregnant and married and after my son was born, I knew there
would be no career that could ever satisfy me or make me as happy
as that little boy did. My first marriage was to the wrong man and
it took me a while to find the right one....but I did. And now, I
realize that really my life has been exactly as it should be and
everything has just been a path to this point.

2. If you had a totem animal, what would it be?
If I had been asked this question this time last year, I would have
said a hump-back whale. I don't know exactly what it is I love about
them - I'm not much of an ocean person....they are just so strong and
beautiful. However, after our trip to Africa last year - I'm now going
to say an Elephant would be my totem animal. Equally strong and
beautiful - but that maternal instinct and family herd aspect really
touches me.

3. Who has influenced your life profoundly??
My Mother - She's a very strong minded and opinionated woman. And
while this has been an inspiration for me, it's also taken me some
time to live my version of my life and not hers. She's always been
there for me and I love her dearly.

4. If you were to start a business, what would it be?
Well, as a matter of fact, I am looking to start a business with my
Best Friend. We're in the very early stages of discussion and planning
but are thinking about a sandwich shop / deli in her small East Texas
hometown. We'll focus on good fresh food with plans to help support
the local farmers. We'll see how it goes!

5. What would your loved ones say is your best quality? What
would you say it is?
I think my loved ones & I would be in agreement - my best quality is
unconditional love and support for their life choices. My Family and
Friends are the most important things in the world to me.

Husband update #2

2009-05-15T20:19:00.003-05:00

He made it through surgery yesterday just fine....even
though the supposed 3 hour procedure took 5 1/2!

The tumor on his thyroid was cancerous and so the Dr.
had to remove the entire thing plus one of his lymph
nodes as the cancer had spread.

The Dr. feels pretty confident he got it all - but Jimmy
will still have to do radioactive iodine treatments just
to make sure there's no cancer cells somewhere else in
his body.

He's still in the hospital - will hopefully get to come
home tomorrow....I can tell he's feeling better today -
he's getting very fidgety and just a wee bit on the grumpy
side!

Thanks for all the thoughts, prayers and encouraging words.
I'm sure we'll get over this little bump in the road just fine!

Husband update #1

2009-05-12T18:11:00.003-05:00

Just returned from the Dr. Surgery is schedule for this
Thursday afternoon. It looks as if the Dr. plans to remove
all his thyroid - I guess it's "plan for the worst, hope
for the best."

He may have to take some radioactive iodine treatments - just
in case he has any cancerous cells floating around his body.
But, we'll know more about that later.

Thanks for your thoughts and prayers...

I would like to thank the Academy.....

2009-05-07T21:37:00.005-05:00

Actually, big thanks are in order for Carol McKenna....
Thank you Carol! You don't realize how much I appreciate your
kind words of encouragement and support.

So, now I'm supposed to list my 7 favorite things...

1. Husband

2. Family & Friends

The rest are in no particular order -

3. My garden / Nature - it's where I find God

4. Reading / Music / Art

5. Laughing so hard you snort!

6. Listening to my son speak with an English accent -
he's really quite good!

7. Pie (of any kind)

That was a little harder than I thought it would be - I guess that
means I don't think about my favorites enough (will have to do
something to change that!

The second part is to pass on the love....and since I'm quite new at
this and don't have a lot of followers to my own blog - I'll include
some places I like to pop in and visit from time to time.

1. Graciel - http://evenstar-art.blogspot.com/

2. Angie Sullins - http://www.messagefromthemuse.typepad.com/

3. Jamie - http://starshyneproductions.blogspot.com/ (a new discovery for me!)

4. Christine - http://swirlygirl.typepad.com/swirly_girl/ (another new find)

5. Dawn - http://swirlygirl.typepad.com/swirly_girl/

6. Alena - http://funkyfairyshoppe.blogspot.com/

7. Marilyn - http://wwwmarilynradzat.blogspot.com/

All provide me with so much inspiration!

Soul's Journey

2009-05-02T17:58:00.004-05:00

I had the hardest time on this project...could never
really get things moving in the right direction. My
original intent for this mask was a journey a la
Alice in Wonderland, but we received some bad news this
week and my mood and outlook became much more serious.

What you can't tell from the picture is the black lines
across her face is actually part of a wire cage. And I've
written words like love, faith, courage, etc on the
"prayer flags" of her hair.

My husband has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer. From
what we've been told and read, if you had to choose a cancer,
this would be the one you would want...it seems to be very
self-contained in the thyroid and once it's removed, your good
to go...He has surgery in a couple of weeks and then we go from
there.

Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers.

Work in progress.....

2009-04-15T19:21:00.003-05:00

In my last post, I told you I'd been so busy - but couldn't
actually give you any details....sometimes life just whizzes
by at breakneck speed....

I've been reading a lot lately....Caroline Myss's
Anatomy of the Spirit, The Seven Stages of Power and Healing.
And I've been working on a couple of new masks.

A few weeks ago, the Muse dropped by and left me some ideas
and after letting them swirl and gestate a little - I got busy.
She came back by today during my lunch hour and whispered in my
ear that these masks were going to be part of a series based
on my reading and journey through Caroline's book!

Let's just say I was shocked! I could see how these first few
masks would fit in to the "life's journey" theme - but a series??
I do good to work on 1 mask a year! And not necessarily on a
yearly basis.

Here's the first of my Life's Journey's Series, a physical record
of my life work in progress :

Emergence

Life.......

2009-04-11T20:39:00.006-05:00

Wow! I can't believe it's been so long since I've posted...been
really busy - but can't honestly tell you what I've been doing..
stuff, I guess.

Back in late March, all of my family was able to get together...as
many of us as there are - it's not easy for us to do....so, without
further ado.....My beautiful, lovely family!

And Papaw & Gigi with the grandkids...

I have started working on a new mask (Thanks Carol for the push!
I needed it..) and spending lots of time in the garden....it's
beginning to look nice - lots of blooms and bees....plus the
hummingbirds are back!

Wishing everyone a wonderful Easter -

Earth Hour

2009-03-25T12:15:00.006-05:00

Just a reminder that Earth Hour is this weekend.....the website for more info is http://www.earthhour.org/home/. Saturday, March 28th from 8.30pm - 9.30pm local time, turn off your lights for the Earth!

Dreams

2009-03-20T08:24:00.004-05:00

Have you any dreams you'd like to sell? Oh...sorry, it's not
that Dreams we're talking about....

I don't remember my dreams very often - but when I do, they are
usually the type that make you go, hmmm - what's that all about??

Such as the one I had earlier this week....

I'm in the hometown of my youth going to a friends house...I
see her through the window and she motions me to come inside.
And when I do, it's no longer her house - but a nightclub....and
we proceed to do nightclub things - drink, eat, dance, have fun
with friends...etc.

When it's time to leave, we all have to find our shoes and I can
only find one of mine....I'm beyond pissed off because my shoe is
gone (and it's my favorite pair of Dr. Scholl sandals!)...

The next day, the club owners are coming around showing me shoes
that were left - but none were mine...

After waking up, my first original thought was on the lost shoe -
I'm thinking "shoes / feet....being grounded" Maybe I'm feeling
as if I'm losing my footing....my dream book says that removing
shoes means I'm moving away from my past.

Perhaps all of this is true....since starting this little blog
adventure, I've definitely stepped out of my comfort zone and
little by little it's becoming easier to do.

Any insights you can offer??

Work in progress......

2009-03-10T20:08:00.004-05:00

Back at the beginning of the year, I was reading a
lot of different spaces where people had decided not to
set new year's resolutions, but instead choose a single
word to live by for 2009. I thought it was a really cool
idea and some of the words were great ideas: bloom,
grow, etc....but as hard as I tried, I couldn't find a
word that fit....nothing I thought of seemed right...
so, I started 2009 without resolutions or inspirational
words...
Several weeks ago, I was in contemplational
(is that a real word?) mode....not really thinking about
anything in particular - just sort of off in lala land,
when I heard the Muse whisper to me....She reminded me of
a page I had done years ago in my journal with a saying
I had really connected with....I drug out the journal and
copied it down to use in a future piece...

I'm not quite through with it yet - but here's a glimpse:

When you come to the edge of all the light you have,
And must take a step into the darkness of the unknown
Believe that one of two things will happen to you:
Either there will be something solid for you to stand on
Or you will be taught how to fly
Anonymous

And then I knew I had my word to live by: Jump

I find life so amusing......

2009-03-04T12:33:00.001-06:00

Here's my horoscope for today:

Capricorn
December 22 - January 19
Your artistic side may want to take to the airwaves in some way today, dear Capricorn. Perhaps you should consider constructing your own web site or getting a spot on a local broadcast radio show. Your dreams need a vehicle for distribution. Give them the means to be dispersed to others. You have the ability to inspire a great many people. Take this ability seriously and make use of your creative talents.

The Creative Life

2009-03-03T20:29:00.005-06:00

As the One World One Heart event was winding down, I realized
I had a huge problem - a blog to maintain!

I wanted to be a part of OWOH so badly that I created this
blog in order to join the caravan and then realized I would
have to keep it up (especially since I have gained new
friends in cyberspace that are following this space)....I
would have to post my thoughts & views regarding this journey
of life we're on....I would have to be funny & wise, interesting,
thoughtful & intelligent! Believe me, I was not feeling it at
all - in fact, I've been paralyzed with fear! So, I went in to
shut-down mode and have spent these last few weeks on the couch
staring at the tv as it slowly turned my brain to jelly!

About 5 yrs. ago I decided I wanted to be an artist & create
these fabulous mythological masks....I've been creative most of
my life, I can sew / do cross-stitch, I garden, my house is
decorated nicely and when I'm in the mood, I can cook something
that will knock your socks off! However, I can't sing or dance,
can't draw a decent stickman or write wonderfully entertaining
stories - all things that "real" artists do....how is it I ever
thought I could do this?? How can I ever be a real artist??

Somewhere in all this wallowing and whining that I've been doing,
I think I may have had one of those moments, when you think
"wait a minute, I am a creative woman and if nothing else, my life
is my art". I may never create anything that is considered a great
piece of art - I doubt I will ever be considered the next Monet or
Shakespeare, but you know? It doesn't really matter any more...
I'm me and really that's exactly who I want to be!

I can't seem to stay out of the garden these days - Spring is so
close, I can feel it....it's still too early to plant anything -
but I've been cleaning and planning - my seed/plant catalogs are
dog-eared with choices and I'm ready to go...So, for now, the garden
is my canvas and all is right in my world.....

And the Winner is......

2009-02-12T18:52:00.002-06:00

Angela Grider of http://angela.quarantinemb.com/

Congratulations! Not only is she a wonderful photograper,
but also the wife of a Navy man....God Bless all the men
& women in our Armed Forces as well as those who love
and support them!

Thank you again to everyone who stopped by and for all the
kind words....it was a lot of fun. Let's keep in touch -

Kathy

Turn out the lights, the party's over......

2009-02-11T19:13:00.003-06:00

One World One Heart ends tonight. I didn't even make a dent in the
list of everyone on the caravan....but, I promise - I'll come by and
visit anyway!

I'm closing all comments tonight at 9.00pm CST and will post the
winner of my shrine tomorrow...

Good luck and thanks again for coming by.

Is it Spring yet???

2009-02-08T09:21:00.005-06:00

I woke up this morning with sunlight streaming in my windows...which made for a very good excuse to lie there and watch the shadows created on the walls. I was expecting the sunshine yesterday and was quite bummed when he didn't bother to show up - it's been nice here in Texas these last couple of days and I'm really itching to get out in the garden and start digging and planting.

I know it's much too early - we could still have some nasty weather that could kill everything. I try to be patient and not "wish" my life away...I try to enjoy and appreciate the gifts of each season - but, I don't think I'm doing a very good job today! I'm ready to feel warm breezes and smell the freshly turned earth, see the first blooms of tulips and daffodils....here the birds chirping as they go about their business of nest building....

Sorry, I would love to stay and visit - but I have to go outside and play! Here's some photos from years past to help us hang on for a little longer....

One World One Heart, redux

2009-01-29T21:12:00.002-06:00

I must say, I am having a blast visiting everyone!

I'm only afraid I won't have the time to get around
and see all the wonderful blogs - there's now 737!
Wow!

The child in me would like to call in sick to work for
a couple of days so I can spend all my time on the
computer - but the "responsible adult" says no, I can't
do that....(I wish someone would find a gag to shut her
up!).

Thank you Lisa for such a wonderful opportunity and
thank you all for stopping by and leaving such kind words.

Welcome to My own little World!

2009-01-25T10:17:00.013-06:00

Please, please, do come in.....would you like some tea??

I've been planning on joining the rest of the world in blog land for a
while now....but, could never really get myself geared up to take
the plunge....I can be a bit of a hermit now and then and the thought
of exposing myself was quite honestly, a little frightening...

But, it's a new year, so new goals are in order....let's just jump out
there (maybe no one will notice the "warts" and all....)

Actually, I wanted to be a part of One World One Heart that's going
on here. This looks to be a lot of fun....and I couldn't pass up on this
opportunity....

Here's how it works - leave a comment in this post only and a way
for me to contact you. Sometime on February 11th, I will do a random
drawing for a give-away. Anyone who is actively blogging is elegible.

I will be giving away my Art-firmation shrine below:

On edit, I want to thank the very kind Griselda Tello for the gift of
her moon face....it was the perfect piece to finish off my shrine.

I look forward to meeting lotsa new friends and hanging out a while....