life in motherhood, ministry, and the arts

02 February 2012

31 January 2012

in the studio: capturing the light.

i spent a little time in the studio capturing the light and getting to know this camera.

headbands i love creating in custom colors.

each is unique, with no two color stories alike.

big, juicy rings with modern & vintage fabrics encased in resin.

sew ono apparell ((the delicious skirts you see hanging))

and views of trees.

looking up.

i love this space. i love sharing the space as much as i love

closing the door and settling into the routines of creativity and work.

30 January 2012

self care truth no. 1.

a little self care truth. no. 1.

when i need to quiet myself.

when i need to sit still.

((or)) when i need a little sparkle.

i paint my nails.

when i paint my nails, i must be still so that they can dry.

i use the time well. sitting. being present. resting.

we all know how hard it can be to take a moment to ourselves. the time often doesn't magically appear. as mothers, spouses, as people. we must make a few minutes in the busy-ness of life to carve those magical moments that add delight and care to our soul. as january 2012 ends and february 1 approaches, i am met with two deadlines. one is self-imposed and the other is one i want to make for a grant. this is the year to thrive. yes. in order to thrive i must stop, sit, and paint my nails. multiple coats. i must bring a little sparkle and a lot of rest. then i'm able to become attune to my inner wisdom, the wisdom that surrounds, and to the kind souls who come near to mind, needing a good word.

where do you find such stillness through self care?