Love in the Studio :)

Today was a great day..

Genie and I worked lovingly, ever so focused on Headband creations.

I love this one, it's very simple but so fun..It's called Static :)

I wanted to share some of them with you...

Just a taste of the dots, glue, string and burnt fingers, lol.

I also wanted to throw in a couple of random photos I love.

The first one being of Julie, Ernie, Jan and Indie..

This is from a month or so ago when we were hanging out at The Abbey

enjoying the beautiful weather, playing a little I Ching :)

It is so nice to have great friends.

Love you guys!

This next picture was taken at before lift off, of our first boat ride of the year..As you can see Lukas is in the engine

compartment..Already..Battery was dead :( lol..

BUt wait! we got it started..

Then...

It died out on the water..lol..AND when we tried to fix the problem it caught fire!..OMG!

Keep in mind this was Indie's first boating experience..

I sent him and Ava off the boat onto the tube we were going to play on..Life jacketed up and not a happy camper, lol..

THEN, we were taking on water...plug was missing :(

We are new to this thing, lol

giggle..

Had to blow the horn and be towed in by another boater.

Good thing the boat stalled because it was taking on water only when it was running, so if we kept going there would have been a real serious problem.

Everything happens for a reason :)

It was still a good day.

Did I mention that was Mother's day?

We have since had success and are all enjoying summer tremendously.

I am grateful.

Peace

Trust the Process

I thought I should take some time and explain a little more what it is that I am trying to achieve with all the “quotes” that I put in my creations.

Starting with “Trust the Process"

I don’t know how many of you have “thought” struggles in your day to day lives but I do at times, and through my art is how I am setting new “healthy” thinking patterns for myself and hopefully

for others that may need it as well.

I am not a therapist but I am a heart follower and this is part of my mission.

Creating art is my passion.

My passion is also a medicine, that I’d like to share with you.

My art contains love, joy, inspiration, encouragement and boundless energy.

“Your heart is your compass...Follow it”

This is where “Trust the Process” comes in.

Many of us believe that we should just get a job that pays our bills or get a job to afford to

buy things that help “make us happy or be considered of importance in society.

Don’t get me wrong, I like to be able to afford nice things, be able to travel and etc.. but the truth is in the end, it is not these things that make us happy.

I am not claiming to know anything new, I’m sure many of you have heard this before, but I am getting to the “Trust the Process” part :)

We have all inherited some great and some not so great/not so us thinking patterns.

I am changing the not so great/not for me patterns.

These include the following..Worry..Ego trip..self esteem.

Now why on earth would I choose to divulge this information so publicly?

Because I know there has to be many that can relate..so..

Many times, during my creative process, after my heart has spoken and given me guidance, Ego steps in...

I don’t think that’s a good idea, you’re gonna ruin it with that color, it doesn’t match, you didn’t try it out on another piece of paper first...and so on.

“Trust the process”

Other times when doing random things and intuition has guided me, instantly, showing me the way, Ego steps in..

I think you should do it this way, I don’t think its going to work that way, what if it breaks, you’re gonna hurt yourself, that’s just going to take way to long...etc...So also the question to ask yourself when the ego steps in is

"What does your heart say?"

then...follow it and...

“Trust the Process”

Regarding my path of health choices, which I choose to go mainly the alternative route (I do find great value allopathic medicine, but for daily wellness maintenance I choose natural the most I can and save the big guns when they are needed.) using essential oils, Chiropractor, organic foods, etc...

Ego steps in..

"Most people get shots you know...you’re gonna catch something and not be able to fight it off, organic costs way to much besides you’ve spent the majority of your life without it and your alive, what if you can’t afford this type of care anymore?, this process takes much longer why don’t you just take a pill...etc..."

“Trust the process”

Regarding my physical, you are a beautiful child of the Universe, no better no worse than any other child of god, Ego steps in...

You are pretty but...

Your arms look manly, look how feminine that girl looks, you should wear more girly things, you should exercise more (well my heart says this too for healthy reasons) your hands are knobby and nails are too short, you should be more womanly and let the men do more of the heavy lifting and manly things, etc..I could go on and on with this bull shit and it is BULL shit. An added quote goes along with these thoughts...

"Be gentle with yourself"

“Trust the Process”

We are all pieces of the puzzle of life, without our uniqueness I don’t think we would fit together. Maybe? But if we were all the same wouldn't that be boring, I know we would feel safe but would we be growing?

Blah, sidetrack..

Anyways...Trust the Process works for me on many levels..

and next Quote..

“Just Fucking do it”

Have a great day...

I am :)

Wow!

I love the connection we all can find in people we meet or have just seen and read about. All the things we learn from each other, helping us on our way, encouraging our freedom even further.

So many of us have been molded (not always purposely) into someone we are not, and we find ourselves fighting against this energy that is not our own, even sometimes thinking there is something wrong with us..WHEN in actuality it's just our insides tugging at us, letting us know that maybe something isn't right, some part that was "given" to us that doesn't fit into our journey.

Hope this makes sense.

I used to get angry really easy, pissed off, especially when certain people did things that just weren't nice. It was there lack of niceness in handling situations that just set me off and you know what?

That didn't make me any better than the person who was being mean..It just added to it.

I have ALWAYS been sensitive to any kind of meanness, picking on, bullying, etc. and yet when I was little I can admit that there were times that I picked on people, usually because they, again, pissed me off or I felt threatened.

I did NOT learn the best coping skills other than if someone pushes you around enough then you should stick up for yourself and push back and give them a bit of their own medicine.

No! No! No!

Every time I ever experienced any type of confrontation I ALWAYS felt horrible afterwards. "Why did happen?" I asked myself..

This is not want I want, all I want is to be surrounded by people I could play with and loved, but yet it didn't always work that way.

Our home life can have the hugest impact on who we are.

I am very grateful for the little voice that shined through the negativity that at times surrounded my life, reminding me of who I am (not always with the best detail, lol, but a lot of love and joy)

Always wanting to see the best in people and situations which at

times was confronted with someone only seeing the negative and reminding me of that, planting seeds that I really didn't want to grow. Then followed by comments like "you gotta watch your back, you can't trust people, your being naive.

I felt so conflicted! What the fuck, I just wanna have fun, love people, grow, create the life I want. I don't want to focus on all that other shit..

I met some really great people in high school that totally made a difference in my life. My ex-boyfriend Matt, who was very intelligent, sporty, focused, encouraging and a loving soul. His parents were very good people and raised great young men.

Matt, helped me tremendously in High School. I looked up to his achievements and it sparked something inside me to try harder in school and love myself. He is/was a truly kind person and am Very grateful to have met him.

(I made this for my honey Sekou, I love you babe!)

Reminds me of that poem that went around the internet a while back, heck may still be traveling it for all I know, because its a good one..The one that pertains to "there are some people you meet in life and are friends for a season...Some for a lifetime..etc..know that one? Anyways..I totally click with it.

Jumping...

Alex, he sparked my spirituality curiosities which through my desire to learn more through Matt lead me on that adventure and I have been there ever since. Bridgett, she is/was my total "dreamer/inventor/encouraging/giggle buddy..

Wendy, "Mom", she nurtured me, calmed me and we had A LOT of fun adventures and laughs.

Kim, it was through seeing how she used her creativity to support herself, through following her heart, that lead me to doing the same, and we too had a lot of laughs.

And now...the Universe has lead me to so many wonderful new and positive people in my life, people of like mind.

All because I am following my heart!

I feel at home in their positivity.

Sekou, Genie, Julie, LOVE you!

I am grateful.

Love

Me

PS. Please check out Kelly Rae Roberts latest post...It's a good inspiring one, well they all are but I really liked this one :)

What Does your Heart Say?

First I'd like to wish a Happy Birthday to my two oldest children..

Luke who just turned 16, oh my, and Ava who turned 14.

I love you both sooo much and wish you the best in all your life adventures. I am here for you always..Love Love Love and hugs!

My heart says I am totally grateful..

I know I repeat this phrase often but I find it to be of the utmost necessity to give thanks for all that that surrounds me and all that I am :)

I am surrounded by such wonderful friends and family that it makes me want to explode with hearty glitter sparkles.

Indie is growing so fast and every moment with him I am in awe of his spirit, being here with us.

I kiss him up, lots of sniffing his yummy baby scent..

He's beginning to mimic basic words we say and can babble up such a story.

Everyday I try to focus on our children understanding why we "work" (for me it feels like play). That they understand that we are following our passions and being loving parents too.

If I don't focus on that thought, sometimes my mind can wander to feeling like I am choosing to make art/run a business over being a parent and that I should just be with them.

It is my desire to keep the balance.

Lately I have been thinking more about community.

How can I be involved yet keeping to what I love to do, because that is when the energy I give the strongest, most beneficial.

I was thinking of going around the neighborhood, introducing myself (I know some of my neighbors names but...we all have our separate lives) Thinking of giving one of my business cards to each of them and letting them know that if there is anyway I can be of

service, as part of our community, using the skills that come from following my heart, to please call me..I would love to help :)

If I can make art and donate pieces to help raise money for specific events and such...If I can do some gardening for our neighborhood (love to dig, rake, wheelbarrow, plant flowers)

Design a logo or such for not for profits and so on and so forth.

I would like to be of service doing what I love.

I think it sets a great example for our children.

Sidetrack..My Iphone was out of commission last week, got it back Friday the third, Ava's birthday :)

Anyways..the day the screen froze on it (white screen of death) the phone for some reason took a picture of the last way the screen looked, exactly with time and date that it failed..

Peculiar...I was messaged by the loving voice in my space, to look up the numbers in the Angel Number book by Doreen Virtue..

AMAZING MESSAGE!

time 8:46 5/29/2011

8) Abundance and prosperity..Infinite flow of money time ideas or whatever else you require (especially for your life purpose)

46) The angels are saying to you: "keep your thoughts focused upon your spiritual self and your divine source for everything. Give any material worries to us"

5)A significant change is occurring, always for the better. It's a good idea to call upon heaven for help with life changes. :)

29) Stay positive about your life purpose, put all your focus on being of service, utilizing your natural talents, passions and interests. Doors are opening for you..Just keep your faith strong.

YES!

2011) Your connection with the creator is strong and clear. Fill your heart and mind with faith, stay positive, your thoughts are materializing rapidly...Focus only on the good within yourself, others, and the present.

If you ever find yourself seeing a repetitive number, or a number that just makes you think hmmm...The Angel numbers book is a fun, loving tool to have.

Ooooo and I got my new tent. I Love it!! Can't wait to fill it with creations!!!

I got this lovely tent through Flourish

and I couldn't be happier with their service AND products.

Their customer service it EXCELLENT!

They even sent me this amazingly helpful book "Art Festival Guide" written by Artist Maria Arango

The book is an extremely useful guide,

"A book for all brave Artist's who embark on the treacherous and most wonderful adventure of selling their art in art festivals and generally to the public"

Thank you Luke, for including that in my order..It is greatly appreciated :)

have a great day all and hugs..Pass it on :)

Weekend of Boogies and Bookshelves :)

I have been a busy Bee :)

To bring you all up to date I have been doing the following:

1. Helping a friend do a remodel on her Brand Newly owned Bookstore

called Afterwords Books.

It's located in Edwardsville, IL.

I am soooo excited about the grand re-opening that will be held on Wednesday June 1st. and until then I am focusing on service.

I am very happy for Lu Lu and I wish her all the best in the world!!

And most of all I congratulate her for totally following her heart!

I am very grateful to have lend a hand in the decorative painting and creative design realm..AND..Am excited to have a wonderful new place to display my work, especially being the new line of Journals,

bookmarks and notecards that are coming soon!

It's going to be an awesome sight for current customers and all the new ones it will acquire.

2. I have been battling a freaking COLD!!! What the heck..I have not gotten one of these bad boys in a long time. This one especially sucks and the little one caught it too :(

IT just totally creeped up on my over night and hit hard..poop

Cold, it's time for your departure!

3. I don't know how many of you are aware of this because I spaced (cold, bookstore, getting ready for Kelly Rae Blog Sponsorship)

doing a blog entry on this, but...

I had a fund raising drive on Friday where 100% of proceeds from sold jewelry items in my shop were donated to the Red Cross..

At the end 240.00 was raised and I donated it last night and boy did that feel good :)

thank you Everyone!

4. Silly but cute, I had this idea to make a Mommy Daddy Doll for

Indie.

He has been having a bit of separation anxiety lately and I figured that maybe if he had a doll with a picture of us on it he might

feel a little better.. I also infused it with Lavender..

The image you will see is just my first attempt

(actually Genie and I sewed it)

I plan on making another with a better head and a little thicker body. What do you think of the idea?I think it would be great for

babies who miss their mommies and

daddies too!

Genie brought up that she thought that it would be a great doll for people in the military or parents who leave for business trips days at a time. Your comments are greatly appreciated..

I hope you all have a great day, sniff, hack, sneeze :)

Peace!