I watched as the dark lines of trees against a subtly colored sky whirred past. From my vantage point in the way back of our van, there was nothing else for me to do. An hour's drive with a car full, I have opted for this seat to allow longer legs more room. It is … Continue reading Today’s Gold
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Mining for Gold: A Key to Artful Living
Some days can feel heavy, darker than others. The weight of responsibilities is such that you'd rather not have to walk through them. These types of days can come round every so often, or stay for a season. Even at the holidays, we can experience these weighty days ... perhaps even because of the holidays! … Continue reading Mining for Gold: A Key to Artful Living
Did You Know?
Did you know that I have a whole section here on my blog with FREE knit and crochet patterns???? Yes, just for you, the knitter or crocheter! And I have JUST ADDED another pattern to the FREE line-up! Snowy Frostman used to sell on Etsy for $5, but now you can download it for FREE … Continue reading Did You Know?
The apple doesn’t fall far…
In My Mama’s Clothes It used to be, long ago, in clothes she made I wore Dresses then, jumpers too knickers and a pinafore. And as I grew, close to her size her very own clothes she gave Passed down to me, so I could be stylish—my money to save. There’s more to this than … Continue reading The apple doesn’t fall far…
BookReadingSigningBookmarkMaking
If you've never been to Eclection, you need to go! If you've been, then you need to come visit again this Saturday!! Not only will you be able to finish off those last minute gifts, but you'll also be able to listen while I read Genevieve and the Kite! So bring your child/ren or any … Continue reading BookReadingSigningBookmarkMaking
What’s Cookin’ …
Sometimes I feel like a mad scientist with all the various creative things I have going on. But perhaps it's a bit more like being a chef...lots of pots simmering on top of the stove, with one or two things baking in the oven. Lest you think I've abandoned my beloved yarn, I am always … Continue reading What’s Cookin’ …
Macy the Mouse-Part Two
Macy the Mouse lives in Genevieve’s house right under the living room chair. She darts in and out, dodging yarn balls about but can’t quite make it up the stair. So downstairs she stays, knowing Genevieve’s ways are similar to her own. They both love to make, for making’s sake. To give or to keep … Continue reading Macy the Mouse-Part Two
Angels Unaware
On this Sunday in Advent, when the candle we light is the Angel candle, I catch my breath as I remember. Not too many months ago, I felt much like a poor shepherd out in the field being visited by not one, but many angels. These angels wore scrubs, not robes. They wielded not swords, … Continue reading Angels Unaware
Woolly Worm Considerations
**From my recently published book of rhyming words, Words On A Line. Woolly Predictions As Autumn began to fall in these parts Across my path a woolly albino darts. Or rather chugs across where my feet will fall Announcing in fur a mild winter for all. But lo, as I walk through Autumn’s blaze, I … Continue reading Woolly Worm Considerations
Words On A Line
So I was out a 'walking... Sounds like the start of one of my other poems, but really and truly, these things happen while I'm on my walks! Crazy, huh? I got the idea to publish a little book of rhyming words by thinking about the question: What would I title a book of poetry … Continue reading Words On A Line