Word Gardening…and her words blew over the wall…

We writers often fantasize about our words blowing over the wall of our word gardens we work so hard to cultivate. Beth Reekle’s amazing success with her novel, “The Kissing Booth,” is an incredible example of this, and a real pick me up for any aspiring author. This teen writer decided to craft a book …

Because it is Easter Morning

It’s Easter morning and I feel disconnected from myself and from my Savior. Perhaps rushing has taken its toll; there never seems to be enough time to get everything done that I need to do. Call it modern living or just a disorganized creative eclectic, but this is my reality—one that discourages pensive pondering and …

How to Make a Vintage Masquerade Mask

Soft and feminine yet brazen and bold; Hardly descriptors seeming to go together, except when you’re making a vintage, mixed media masquerade mask. I’d envisioned a vintage mask for weeks. In fact, the concept captivated me because I love all things vintage—aged colors of yellow ochre and burnt sienna with a splash of aqua green; …

Imagine

Imagine… a chair in a grassy field where you sit…all alone, mind connecting with Creator, perspective peeling away confusion Imagine… a morning plumb with hush sunlight streaming through blossoming roses, desires to live deliberately swelling inside, prayers seeping though pen onto paper Imagine… a morning fills with unrushed moments when listening permeates your being, what …

Huntington Gardens: A Refreshing Creative Excursion

Huntington Gardens in Pasadena California is a wonderful place to go for a creative excursion. The flora will delight your eyes and refresh your spirit. There’s something so invigorating about connecting with nature.   Here’s a few photos from my recent visit. The orchids are amazing. READ THE ENTIRE POST...

Befuddling Directional Shifts

Have you ever been befuddled by a directional shift? One moment you’re whistling a happy tune, rambling along your usual way, when POW! Circumstances send you off on an unexpected diversion, or something new calls to you and you just can’t seem to help yourself. Off you go to explore an unfamiliar path. READ THE …

“Lord, help me to endure my blessings.”

A tiny refrigerator magnet reminds me to be thankful when coffers of heart and home bulge with abundance. The words etched into the middle read, “Lord, help me to endure my blessings.” My mother gave me this magnet as a gift during a particularly busy time of my life. Now the words comfort me as …

Finding your Floral Fancy

If you are a garden lover like me, then I have a couple of suggestions for finding your floral fancy, items you can display inside your home all year-long...READ THE ENTIRE POST...

Magical Lavender Mask

This photo shoot features Elya Filler’s newest mask with a lavender, aqua color mix. The flowers are from my garden. READ THE ENTIRE POST...