Sweaters in Waiting

I consider going to  a fabric store to be on my top ten to do list. I love how  the warmth of  the different kinds of fabric, the yarn and all of the notions call out to me. It all kind of gets my creative juices flowing to want to tap in to different creative endeavors. In my quiet time I have been thinking a lot about our first years experience here in Oregon. I appreciate the vastness of the forest, the many bodies of water, the green fields, the rustic barns and the animals. There are areas that I need divine intervention and it’s in God’s presence that I find what I need.. His direction, His comfort, His wisdom and much more. The word reluctant came to me this morning. In my years I have been reluctant to do a lot of things. Mainly out of fear of failure. So it was like, why even bother trying. So from this Hen, don’t be reluctant. Don’t let the years of your youth and life in general slip away as you sit on the fence. Hop off! I wrote a short poem on this a few years ago and will have to locate it. Don’t wait, don’t hesitate, just do it…And make that sweater…lol! The store I visited is called the Stitchin’ Post  in Sisters, Oregon. I will share some tales about this fantastic place in another post…

Fall Photo Art

Falling Into Place

This morning, I thank the mystery person that left me a note to write, write, write! Thank you for that reminder!

So, it brings me to that place of thinking of all the reasons and excuses I have to not write. I think that what I have best to offer is to go with my original idea of writing from my heart. It is where all of me is stored up in files, life experiences, the failures, the successes, the doubts, the highs and lows, faith, fears and more. Observing these petals this morning made me think about how my life is falling into place after a major move, just over six months ago. I often have to  combat fear of not having the potential. In my day-to-day existence I strive for low key…peaceful days. I really like simplicity, and therefore have been trying to not jump to quickly for finding  things to keep me busy. There are plenty of volunteer opportunities that one can commit to in our area. I am careful to not overextend myself and being prayerful about this helps to keep me in order. The following is a little artsy endeavor I am working on. The last collage I did was in 2012. It was a first time experience for me. It was simple and fun. Kind of childlike but it brought something out in me, that maybe I actually missed out on during  my childhood.

I am not finished..

I like this!

Our plants drinking rain water..

Each day, truly is a gift. It may not feel like it, or look like it, but there will always be a light at the end of the tunnel, if you wake up and and start your day on the sunny-side up.

Flower Abstract

It’s a very bright day today, in my life! It’s Photo Art Friday..I look forward to this meme each month. It’s fun to cut-loose with photo art and just see how far-out I will go.  There are many wonderful textures to choose from Bonnie’s selection. The theme for March is ABSTRACT: Flower. If you are stuck in the doldrums of winter, stop by for a visit, you will experience an instant boost.

Light on the Matter

Today I am participating in Kim Klassen’s Texture Tuesday.The theme is LIGHT…Click on the link if you want to see the Light.. (:

February Photo Art Friday

It has been quite a while since I have let my creative flair go for Photo Art Friday. With our recent move out-of-state, I had to curtail my time online. I am back and raring to go… The challenge for this month of February is GRAPHIC/GEOMETRIC/ANGULAR. I worked with a few different photos and could not narrow my choice down to one. So I am going with these for today. In all of them I use my image and then pick a texture from the many choices at Pixel Dust Photo Art.

As I look out my window, the snowflakes gently fall and it looks like a great day to stay put and let creativity flow…

Indulge

 

It’s been a long time since I have indulged in one of my favorite aspects of photography. I call it photo art. It’s so much fun and after a very weary day it calms me down, as I let my imagination fly..

Tis the Season To Be Jolly

I am linking with Kim Klassen for Texture Tuesday. Take a peek at her lovely array of Textures that she offers.

This one looks pretty washed out but to me it looks like a postcard that’s been around for a while

These images no near depict what’s on my heart this morning. I am sometimes baffled, but not surprised by the response or behavior of a human being. I look at my own heart and I think of a song that states ” I look into my heart”… I always check my heart and look at its status. There are things to let go of…and when I do I am on my way to a healthier heart.

Photo Art Friday:Embrace

Welcome to November’s challenge at Pixel Dust Photo Art. The theme is EMBRACE. As always I look forward to this monthly meme. I knew exactly what photo I would be using for Embrace.

This young couple will soon be exchanging their I do’s next week. I used one of Bonnie’s textures and then completed the look at Pixlr.

I was torn about the lighter rendition or the darker.. Anyway the love-birds are off to a bright future..

#FWF Free Write Friday

The prompt for today is use a word or words from the Fall Word Bank. To participate you can link with Kellie Elmore at Free Write Friday.

Foliage

Amber

Wicker

Aroma

Sweater

Cocoa

LL Bean, I can’t wait

For my new sweater

Cause I have a date

To sit in my comfy wicker chair

And take in the aroma of Fall in the air

Hot cocoa, just thinking of you

Warms my heart

As only you do..

Amber, golds and browns

the best of nature’s foliage around

Could you please jump-start

For I am eager to see Autumns art..