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There are pieces of music that move my soul in ways that I could never imagine. Hand in hand with this goes tales of love, especially those that for one reason or another never come to fruition or expire due to sad circumstances. Those tales of love that are so deep, so true so encompassing touch me to the core.
One such story has walked with me through my days; touched me and influenced me in ways I can hardly explain. Of course love lost is a theme that touches us as deep in all of us is the fear of loosing love. While my dear Ruth was here last week she adorned my Agnes (who was lacking clothing) with a dress; a dress inscribed with words that haunt, words that touch and words that to this day bring tears to my eyes.
You-my Life-my All-farewell.
Oh, go on loving me-never doubt
the faithfullest heart
Of your beloved
L
Ever thine.
Ever mine.
Ever ours.
There are really no words that can be said after reading such deep passion, longing and loss. Perhaps Ludwig Van Beethoven never knew the legacy he left behind however we all know the brilliance and gift that we all have access to because of him.
I absolutely will not show you the photos from my studio yesterday....let's just say it was akin to a very large stampede coming through the space and knocking everything about. As I do each year I seem to welcome the arrival of a rather large cleaning bee in my bonnet. What started with the need to find a "new product to work with" space turned into a storm of reorganizing and cleaning out.
5 bags and 2 boxes later I am ready to hand over my once was going to be and don't need anymore to the Sunday School Room at Church, the Salvation Army and frankly some of it will meet the bottom of the big red truck that visit our curb once a week (otherwise known as trash).
My space is back to normal and things are nestled comfortably in their spots - and the new product to work with space is a quaint little cubby that houses a perfect wire basket. You might be wondering what will be of this plethora of goodies; while that remains yet to unfold I can tell you the basket is chock full of goodies from the Shoppe at Stampington as well as treasures from 7Gypsies SWOON! Now off to work as the deadline list is a wee bit long and I am anxious to play once again.
Save the date, mark your calendar, create reminder notes for yourself as you have to be sure you do not miss four days of creativity, wonder and divine moments. Spellbound is sure to be not only an experience of a life time but a memory that will last forever! Below is Shea and Debbie's lovely description of this amazing event I am so thrilled to be a part of. Watch for more information regarding registration.
A fantastical weekend of paper-crafting, jewelry-making, fiber arts, stitching, painting, swapping... and dreaming!
Hosted at the gorgeous and historic Langham Huntington Hotel in Pasadena, California.
Thursday Evening Welcome Dinner.
Classes Friday & Saturday, with a fabulous "Mercantile" Friday evening.
Saturday afternoon Luncheon (between classes).
Culminating on Sunday with a short trip on a luxury bus to the world famous Rose Bowl Flea Market!
The Fabulous Instructors Are.........
Sharing another little Valentine's Day Project with you as seen on Stampington.com. Have a little fun, create wildly and be sure to add a dollop of passion.
I thought I would share a little Valentine's Day project with you......click on the link for all of the how to instructions published on Stampington.com. Have a Happy and Creative Day!
XOX
While working today I found a wee note (on the darling houses found here), left for me by my dear Little Man; my heart melted more than a bit and I immediately wished for the school day to end. Of course finding this caused me to pause and think for a moment, the perfect opportunity to be thankful for the bounty of love our family showers on one another. It is moments like this that I feel like the luckiest girl in the world as not only do I work at home but I have the joy of packing lunches making meals and meeting the school bus for those that shower me with unconditional love and joy I am so deeply thankful for this.
For now I must complete a class submission for an amazing event I cannot wait to tell you about. I promise to share CHA photos with you very soon.....for now peek at my FB wall.
Wishing you much Joy and a Bounty of Beauty!
Evey year when I return home from CHA I find myself not only rejuvenated but also highly reflective. It is always a joy to be surrounded by the amazing talent and beauty of friends. New products and ideas leap out of the booths of CHA and into the aisles of the trade show almost as if they are beckoning one to come a wee bit closer; offering up an invitation of creativity and inspiration.
With this amazing experience comes a bit of longing. While hours are spent connecting with amazing artists, retailers, creators, authors and more there are also those moments of wondering what is going on at home. I find myself pondering what the little man might be doing. My mind fills with the moments of longing, knowing that as hard as it is for him to have both parents out of town at the same time that it is even harder for us to be away. It is difficult to miss those small moments that create the memories that weave the fabric of a lifetime.
Yesterday I took in each moment of the day, experienced each minute and relished in the comfort of home. My heart filled with immense joy as I watched the Little Man as he ran into the bedroom with the biggest grin upon his face; definitely a perfect greeting, one that I longed for in the 8 days I was away.
After starting the day packing lunch, grocery shopping and running errands it was time to unpack. As I did so I nestled my Iphone into the Bose Speaker, chose the amazing Hillary Weeks and listened as her words flowed through the air and into my heart. I could not help but feel this was the perfect binding for my CHA moments and experiences.
That said I share with you the simple but eloquent words from Hillary's Stand Still. Lyrics that touched me so deeply and made me ever thankful for each moment I had as well as all of those I do have at home!
If I could
I would
Ask time to stand still
So I could hold you a little longer
I'd make the minutes stop
So we would always have today
Wishing you joy in your moments!!!!!
The last four days have been filled with hard work, amazing amounts of fun and great moments connecting with amazing ICE Resin Customers. Now off to relax s but with family and then flying home tomorrow.
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