Making Memories....

When I became a grandmother, a motivating force took hold.....and that was to create memories for my GRAND an wonderful children.  Each holiday, birthday, & gathering became an opportunity to gently place, within their memory and within their hearts, moments of magic.  My wish is that these moments form the foundations and building blocks of the way they will remember their childhood.

This year we gathered for Thanksgiving in a large barn.....taking down my studio space and creating a wonderland......

No one was allowed to even peak into our Thanksgiving space until we all opened the door, together, to begin our meal.......the candles were lit, the music was playing.  The adults gathered around the fire pit, waiting for the door to open, while quietly, the 7 grand girls arranged themselves before the barn door and softly began their serenade.  A song sung in rounds to prepare us for the unveiling.  Angel voices called to our hearts to open.

Wine glasses raised in toasts, gratitudes shared, laughter and joy rose up to the heavens.....

Dog's everywhere.....barking, leaping, stealing food.....

cousin moments shared ....

laughter on a trampoline......

the soothing of the fire flames at the end of the day......

moments of memories......encased in gratitude.

Gratitude

One of the many things that I am so grateful for is the practice of sharing my life...my art...what is meaningful to me on this little blog.  And for each one of you who take your precious time to stop by.   The gift of realizing that when I speak, I am heard, is a gift that fills my heart and a gratitude that connects us to one another.  May your day fill your heart with the experience of love.  And may your threads of connection be rich and plentiful.

New Online class....Leaf Pod Baby!

I wanted to let you know of a simple and really fun ( and inexpensive ) class that I am offering through A is for Artistic.

Come join the fun....beginning on Dec 1st.   A short class .  Wouldn't they be darling as hanging ornaments from a holiday tree branch?

Setting up the space for thankful sharing.....

This year we will host our Thanksgiving gathering in my studio space in our barn, in Northern California.....

Putting up twinkle lights.....

setting up sitting areas......

Creating the space......

A peek inside the barn.....

and as nite falls.....magic happens....

stay tuned for updates as it unfolds......such fun creating a special space!!!

Saying goodbye to Kawela Bay.....aloha nui loha....until we meet again...

aloha shadow......

aloha little birds at the bird feeder.....

aloha amazing red, green and yellow leaves.....

aloha avocados picked from the tree in front of the kitchen window...for breakfast, lunch & dinner....

aloha "Pele's hair"...so beautifully hanging on the avocado tree.....

aloha Hibiscus flower in all your glory....

aloha Kitty....basking in the sun.....

aloha beautiful bay....

aloha moments of bliss.....

aloha old steps to the beach......a welcoming path for a hundred years of skipping toes....

aloha little cottage, so happy in the sun....

aloha kitchen door....in and out...in and .....one last time.....out  .......did you know we rent this bit of paradise out, now and then....?   check out our listing at  VRBO

As Above, So Below

Finished a new Reiki Wall piece today.  As I look at it, it makes me think of the night time sky with the constellations of stars....the path of the milky way....and yet the stars are star fish and the the clouds are Nautilus shells so it is as if the skies are a reflection of the deep deep sea.....as above, so below.

Under the tempered glass are images of butterflies, rising with the path of star shine. Antique french letters and sheet music complete the piece, with a hidden Reiki Blessing symbol.

Until I decide to send it to the Chalk Farm Gallery,  I have hung it in my studio, above my Buddha head .

My thoughts now turn to our departure next week and the return to the mainland.  It's always a little hard to let go....

Paris on my mind.....

Where do your wings of imagination take you today?

I shouldn't share this......but.....

This is a coolest site...but let me warn you....it is addictive and you will be on it for hours!  It is full of inspirations for the home, for crafts, for art...with tutorials and "how tos" from the simple little turkey treats to fabulous interiors.   It's such a fun site!             http://craftgawker.com/

Enjoy....but remember....I warned you! :)