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JOB - CAREER - WORK

To some, the sole purpose of doing something that creates an income, is simply the hands to hold friends & family. It creates the means for necessities, unique moments and adventures. It is not ones identity, but can be one of ones passions, which is the greatest kind! You can't take it with you ~

Worth Reading - Known Yet ...

Some Things I Believe In ~

'Be kinder than necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle.'

A sharp tongue can cut your own throat.

If you want your dreams to come true, you mustn't oversleep.

Of all the things you wear, your expression is the most important.

The best vitamin for making friends..... B1.

The happiness of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts.

The heaviest thing you can carry is a grudge.

One thing you can give and still keep....is your word.

You lie the loudest when you lie to yourself.

If you lack the courage to start, you have already finished.

One thing you can't recycle is wasted time.

Ideas won't work unless ' You' do.

Your mind is like a parachute...it functions only when open.

The 10 commandments are not a multiple choice.

The pursuit of happiness is the chase of a lifetime!

It is never too late to become what you might have been.

Life is too short to wake up with regrets.. So love the people who treat you right.. Forget about the ones who don't. Believe everything happens for a reason. If you get a second chance, grab it with both hands. If it changes your life, let it. Nobody said life would be easy, they just promised it would be worth it.

Friends are like balloons; once you let them go, you might not get them back. Sometimes we get so busy with our own lives and problems that we may not even notice that we've let them fly away. Sometimes we are so caught up in who's right and who's wrong that we forget what's right and wrong. Sometimes we just don't realize what real friendship means until it is too late. I don't want to let that happen so I'm going to tie you to my heart so I never lose you.

A SUPER EVENT - THE DRIVE...

http://www.delautism.org/driveforautism.html

TRULY LOVE ME

I want you to love me -

for the way I laugh,

for the way I tilt my head,

for the way I hold your hand.

I want you to love me -

for the way I'm sentimental,

for the way I care,

for the way I share.

I want you to love me -

for the way I am honest,

for the way I support you,

for the way I am devoted.

Please don't love me -

for the way I look,

for the way I cook,

for the way I clean.

Truly love me for my heart...

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GRAPHICS by RAVEN MUSE ~

I recently decided I wanted to get some new graphic designs for my Etsy shop and business cards. An interesting and very vibrant young lady had purchased one of my works and I learned that she did this type of design! Raven Muse Wind Song, or Cher, is not only an incredible individual, but so wonderful to work with. Because I am far from up on technology, I can easily get overwhelmed with the digital process. Not only was she extremely patient, putting me at ease, but also very informative. Raven made the experience warm, friendly and relaxing, yet remained professional and on task. She was open to my vision, but also willing to take the reigns and develop what she felt was fitting. I couldn't be more pleased with the process and final outcome! Please check out her website and blog! http://www.designbyravenmuse.com/ & http://designbyravenmuse.blogspot.com/

** THANKS RAVEN!!! **

A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS...

Zuni stone fetishes, Laura Ferrara paintings & Etsy Metal Clay Team Bracelet.

HEARTS FOR HAITI -

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Here's a closer look, but still not complete. It's a process ~

Color can certainly create emotion...

Back To The GRIND-ing Wheel!

More material... more work... more fun! I'm still working the Sugilite/Richterite, but also started 6 additional materials... which is very typical of me. I can't wait to show you the finished product! By the way... anyone know of a blog on REPOUSSE?

WINTER WHIRLS ...

Just wanted to write for a moment. Not much to tell, which makes me think "I should have something to tell", yet I don't. I have times of constant chatter, then long pauses of silence. It's interesting though... as during both I am deep in thought. Extremes to one and other, yet akin in nature!!!

It snowed last night... caught us by surprise. The wind is howling, snow flurries whirling, and icy white landscaping. Once again - Happy Holidays World...

ANXIOUS & EXCITED

HI EVERYONE! I wanted to write because I'm excited about a small slab I just acquired. I'm also very anxious to see what will come through the stone. It's Sugilite with Richterite- a gorgeous purple with striking cornflower blue! I've posted two photos - one shows the beginning stages of one of the pieces I cut at the wheel... I'm loving it! and the 2nd photo was spare of the moment ... due to the weather my saw was brought inside... you see part of my living room/family room, entry way, kitchen, laundry room, and work space! Woohoo. Okay, back to the gemstone - I'll write again with a finished piece!

Forever & Unconditional

It is another snow day - although there's no snow falling the icy conditions have made it unsafe for school bus travel. Anyways, I am thinking about love, a parental type of love. My brother and I have discussed the question: Is it better to have known such a love, or to have never known it at all? I have only asked the question to one other person, as I have so few people in my life. First, my brother and I agreed at the time, we wished we had never known... and the person I inquired disagreed. I'm sure there are all kinds of opinions on the subject and for varied reasons, with many degrees of background. Do you ever get sick of thinking??? I do. Some have told me to "get a tougher skin", "go with the flow", "don't worry about it", or, one of my favorites "just relax". Isn't it something when the things that you want become reality, and you find it's not what you wanted at all? With this I am referring to others wanting change and when they get it... BOOHOO. There is ALWAYS a reaction ~ Example: if you want someone to get a thicker skin, toughen up, and they do, they might not hold you when you're sad, or send a card of congrats... 'cause who cares!? Once again, I'm sure there's varied degrees and I admit I'm an extremist. (to be continued) ...

SNOW DAY

It's a snow day... schools are closed, but tomorrow should be clear. I've been spending alot of time reorganizing and cleaning. A good thing... a necessity now. So how is your holiday spirit??? Mine's still missing, yet I'm feeling glad today and most definitely looking forward to the new year. I suppose I've been taught that a new year brings new beginnings, new opportunities and another chance at life ~ though I know that each day can be just that. I remember a time when my holiday shopping was done by Thanksgiving and sometimes shortly after ~ this year I have not even started. I have certainly been a creature of constant change, yet an individual always searching for calm, quiet, redundancy! Hmmm my mind is now riddled with rapid fire - combat - thoughts rebounding off of one and other... until next time... wishing you well... wishing you smiles...

WAITING~

A Short Take Update. Back to the DDS tomorrow following a week of meds. It's the absolute best when another can create a smile for you. Some people have the incredible gift to make you smile with a simple word, look, or note. Thanks to all of you that take the time, if even a few seconds, to share ...

OUCH!

Just writing a wee update. I've had a horrible toothache for the last 4 days which I'm hoping will be resolved tomorrow. I'm thinking a great deal about the coming holidays, yet am not feeling the excitement, nor warmth of the season. I do hope this passes, as I believe it can be a magical and tender time of year...

More to come... THANKS...

and HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL ~

Thank You Cynthia

This is me, well part of me, and the pieces I wear. I created the top pendant a few years ago and held onto it. It displays an Owyhee Blue Opal which I cut, shaped, polished and set. A wonderful individual, named Cynthia, requested a "sample" for a potential custom order with the use of one of my ripped hearts. This is when the second piece came into existence! It had been years since I created a piece for myself, and I'm so glad I did... here's a BIG THANKS going out to Cynthia - *** THANK YOU *** ~ I then decided I was going to keep a couple more!!! The last is two beach baby pendants paired together. One has a natural slanted cross within the stone, and the other reminded me of an Italian horn. There's something special about holding close a bit of yourself, and not always being the cobblers daughter that has no shoes ~

Plain & Clear

Shotgun...

In Town

Stop & Go

I want it!

See the Train?

One of my favorite spots ~ The Corner!

It's a quiet overcast day. This may appear messy, but it's one of my favorite little spots to gaze at. It mellows my mind and opens creativity. Paintings/drawings are by "PUTT" Putnam, Sam Kirby, Erika Craig, Laura Ferrara, Ace Powell, and miniature by Tarra Lyons "The Nightjar". Ram Carving by Otto Pilz. Mixed Metal Bird pitcher by Los Castillo. Laura's "CASTLE" is the most recent addition and it definitely lightens the aura. (I should have removed my cases for this picture). ~ Keeping it real ~

Getting To Know Me

In A Distance

I've posted some pictures of my surroundings... a bit of my immediate area. I will likely move onto silverworks, as that is the primary subject I hope to indulge and discuss here. Albeit I am open to sharing other parts of my world.