Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life

We are coming up on the Thanksgiving week. For our family it is not only a day of gratitude for our blessings but also a day of rememberance of our father who passed away 2 years ago on Thanksgiving.
These family pictures bring back sweet memories. Mom(Len), Dad (Don), Dawn, Dusk and Jeff. I am so blessed to have had a parents that cared enough to be apart of my life with guidance, love and most of all laughter. Here's to you dad.

More Virginia Fall

I love fall colors. Gourds are one of my favorites. They come in so many shapes, sizes and colors. Apples are my next favorite because they are so sweet and jucey. Can't you smell the apple pies baking or the spicey smell of cider on a cold day? It's time to break out the hat and mittens.

Virginia in the fall

Ned and I just spent two weeks in Virginia with our grand children. We had so much fun. Hollin (9 mos), Ned, Camden, Burton, Me, Andrew at a pumkin patch.

Chillin' in the backyard

My hubby Ned with out green cheeked conure "Peeps". She loves Ned, especially if he has something to eat or drink. They're just hanging out in the back yard

Hollin's Butterflies

Well here they are, Hollin's Butterflies. Soon they will be mailed off to my granddaughter. I am having so much fun. Now I have to really get busy working on the Hydrocephalus fabric because September is Hydrocephalus month. My creative juices are flowing. Bye for now.

Create!

My little nest....pastel on suede matte board. Watering can watercolor. YW Camp pencil. I am learning how to do Photo Shop Elements and then hope to purchase Photo Shop Illustrator to work my magic with my fabric designs.

Back from Camp and Ready to Create!

Hi all, YW Camp was wonderful. The girls were great, the weather warm and those of us working in crafts had a blast! Rucker Lake, CA is a wonderful place to camp. We had a very spiritual Sunday which set the tone for the rest of the week. Of course we sang silly camp songs and performed silly skits that a part of camp. Here are a few pictures.

Hi all. Big changes in my life. I no longer work for Beverly's Crafts. After 15 years they let me go. One door has closed, and another will soon open. I can't wait to see what Heavenly Father has in store for me.

I will definitely enjoy my time off to complete projects at home and work on a fabric line I've been thinking about for awhile. All will be well.

Girls camp is just around the corner. I will have so much fun at camp this year. I love being outdoors. Singing, laughing and bonding with nature and great friends. Don't worry, be happy!!

Camp is just around the corner

I'm so excited! Soon I will be going to YW Camp for our church. I will be working with the girls in crafts. The perfect place for me. The theme this year is "Live Like You Believe". There is something special about being in the mountains away from phones, work, tv etc. that allows you to become centered with an eternal perspective. I appreciate the beauty of the creation and the modern conviences I have when I get home!
I'm grateful to my parents for teaching me of the outdoors. Allowing me to explore. Educating me in the world of animals, reptiles and insects. Fearless I am not, but comfortable around most creatures and thank goodness I know when to back away slowly, (you know like with big hairy animals or long slithering snakes). Here are a few pictures of past camping years.

I also like photograpy. Flowers and landscapes have been a favorite of mine. Here are a few more.

Beginning the journey

Hi all,
I've been inspired to create this blog to share my thoughts and artistic journey. I've been sketching and involved in crafts and sewing for years. I decided to keep an art journal. It's been fun sharing at work.
I'm currently working on a couple of canvases for my granddaughter Hollin. Butterflies in plum and green. I've painted the basic colors, soon I'll be ready to put in the details.