Last month I had a rare experience. I was not interested in doing anything. This feeling dragged on for several days. [tweet_dis_img][/tweet_dis_img] Have you ever felt this way? Can you relate to my mild case of depression? Anyone who knows me understands how unusual that is. I am normally the person some will compare to Pollyanna. Happy & Enthusiastic- always with … [Read more...]
What if?? The ever-changing life of a designer.
Did you ever wonder how a designer creates? Where DO those ideas come from? Here's a little insight from my perspective. First of all there is no typical day at the jewelry bench. I may be creating pieces for a wholesale order, working on a new collection, learning to use a new piece of equipment or putting finishing touches on a custom order. But the BEST day is one where … [Read more...]
9 Ways to Pay it Forward this Week
[tweet_dis_img][/tweet_dis_img]Pay It Forward is an enriching and powerful way to live our lives. The movie of the same title gave more credence to a practice that has been followed by countless others over the centuries. Just in case you are still in the dark about it.. here are the details Do something for someone else. Something totally unexpected. … [Read more...]
Meows of Wisdom
Do you own a cat? Or more appropriately .. does a cat own you? I have had the privilege of sharing the last 25 years with these lovable felines. I discovered that they teach us a lot about being human. Yes, you heard that right. An animal can teach us how to be human. Be curious about everything. If I open a cupboard or a door, my kitty is inside exploring before I even … [Read more...]
You had the Power all along
Do you remember this sentiment from the Wizard of Oz?[tweet_dis_img][/tweet_dis_img] Dorothy is frantically trying to get home when the good witch tells her that the red slippers she is wearing will do the trick. You had the power all along, Dorothy! I am interacting with other bloggers and have listened to several tutorials from Boom Social . The focus is on creating a … [Read more...]
