In Honor of Arbor Day...
(Still-life Apple Red)
Here is my Tree-Sign! Haaa~
APPLE TREE (Love) - of slight build, lots of charm, appeal, and attraction, pleasant aura, flirtatious, adventurous, sensitive, always in love, wants to love and be loved, faithful and tender partner, very generous, scientific talents, lives for today, a carefree philosopher with imagination.
Well now! I rather like this assessment... ha
I posted this on ETSY shop tonight because I felt it was time...
Every once in a while, there will come a piece of jewelry which makes a difference in something that I am doing or effects the way I am feeling.
This little bunny speaks VOLUMES to one of these "times".
I love this piece more than words and yet... I feel as if I need to let go of it. I never intended on keeping it when I was making it. I was simply making a little home for a silly plastic toy I found at a flea market. But it became much more to me when he was sitting pretty in the safety of his new home. Poor little thing, sun-bleached and over looked.
I look at him each day and think to myself- "Why have I not posted this yet?" and I move onto to other things. I see him each morning as I sit down to work (as I have him hanging on my light at my workbench and can not help but see him as I turn on the light) He is also the last thing I see before I head back in to the house after a long day of work. This is how he got his name- "Namaste". Fitting no? Ahhh the power of words...
And so tonight is the night. After a typical and very long day in the studio, with my hands aching from too much filing and sanding, I shut off my light and looked at him and thought that today just might be the day.
I came in, ate a quick dinner and went to take a nap to recharge my batteries and when I woke I thought... Now.
Here is the description from my Shop (WynnStudio.etsy.com)- If it is meant to be... then it is time.
Namaste
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This dear sweet little bunny's name is "Namaste"-meaning:"I bow to that (divinity) inherent in you."
I found this little charming toy at a flea market in Pennsylvania. All which was left of him was a light dusting of pink in his ears. All of this paint had come clean over the years. I took him home along with 7 of his brothers and cleaned him up and repainted him. I thought it was only fitting that I give his a very honorable home in this tiny hand-made shrine.
This little box is made from brass, has a clear plexi-glass front, and salvaged jewelry parts. One might even call it very "Eco-Friendly" or "Green" as it is 90% recycled "stuff".
The necklace measures approx- 20 inches around and is held tightly in place by strong lobster clasp.
*I made this little reliquary for someone very special. Although I do not know your name yet- this necklace will be the bridge from me to you. I hold this piece so very near and dear to my hear. I know you will give it a lovely home.
xox
Today...
While I was working in my studio, I put my coffee cup down and went inside to wash some of my bezels clean. When I returned I went to pick up my coffee cup and saw a house fly with his head almost under the sea of brown. I quickly grabbed a corner of a napkin and hoisted him out. I took a cap full of water and washed him off and began CPR on him by blowing on him. His two front little arms were all folded up and the more I tried to move him, the more it seemed as if he was a goner. I didn't give up hope and I kept lightly blowing on him. I finally just set up down and I whispered to him that I knew he could do it.
About 20 minutes passed and I got back up from my workbench and walked over to check on him. I honestly thought he had totally passed. I lifted up the napkin and took a look at him and noticed his little head move. So I began to lightly blow on him some more and his little arm uncurled. He was very slow and I placed him back down and left him to recover.
Before I shut down for the afternoon, I took one last peek at him and saw that he was moving around freely... and as I turned out the light, I thought I saw him give me a little thumbs up.
When I think of others killing things like flies, it makes me cringe as I truly love coexisting with nature.
This is how I spent my Earth Day...
Okay- back to the workbench- There are BEZELS to make!
I am starting to worry about bathing suit season...
Therefore I am going to try and go out to run tomorrow.
Yikes!
I was looking at dresses as I am trying to fall asleep (without much luck) and I came across this most amazing dress...
This silk Georgette Goddess dress is a must-own for those on the party circuit-whether it’s a benefit, premiere or wedding on your agenda. Look close top-to-bottom at all of the details from the shirring and ruffles at the low-cut bust, to the intricately pleated and chain stitched geometric medallion that sits at the empire and the sophisticated train that creates a stunning back view. Cut on the bias, this long dress is made to flatter your curves, while the lightweight gossamer fabric will keep you in the comfort zone all night long. If you like to look and feel like a starlet, then this is the dress for you! Fully lined and fits true to size. Leon Max Limited Edition.
It is brilliant in all of its vintage-inspired splendor...
Ah WHAT I WOULD GIVE to have this and a reason to even wear it...
Haa!
I know, I know... go to bed J a n e! Haa!
xox
*This was the motivation last night- for vintage clothes...Grey Gardens... I know I was born too late.
AND now I can't get THIS SONG out of my head... but I am not sure I really want too... *sigh*
She doesn't know the man
Who tries to push her wheelchair in the sand.
She just looks out to sea.
He's talking endlessly.
Oh, why won't he shutup?
I take my medicine
I crush the paper cup.
Oh, maybe he's my son
And he's coming to set me free.
She knows that she forgot
That there's a story and she
Can't recall the plot.
Of course her family fought
Over the furniture.
Oh, I don't know why they
Have taken all my favorite things away.
But one thing that's for sure
I don't know what they were.
They say a stone is a marker
And that it has weight.
They say it's solid
But it can deteriorate.
The air is like a hand
Reminding her of all the things she's planned.
Like air that thought is gone
Never to come again.
We came out to the beach to find the mind I've lost and cannot reach.
I used to keep it here.
It was much cleaner then.
They say a rose is a flower
And that it is red.
It blooms, it grows, it wilts
And then it is dead.
They say a stone is a marker
And that it has weight.
They say it's solid
But it can deteriorate.
They say a rose is a flower
And that it is red.
It blooms, it grows, it wilts
And then it is dead.
Oh, Rose Kennedy.
I am mostly awake...
It is early on a rainy Wednesday morning. Everything has a blinding white glare outside making me squint my eyes when I open my them when the alarm went off. It is a less than optimistic light. I know it well lately. It's another day of rain. I get out of bed after first grabbing my laptop from next to the bed and reading a few emails. It sort of acts as my slide from my bed to the floor. I am not one of those who can bounce out of bed quickly, and hit the ground running. (*Unless I am late for a flight or something and then it is Zero to 60 in under a minute!)
I walked downstairs after the boy. He heads off to the kitchen to make cereal and I begin my daily ritual of helping him get out the door. Find him socks, unwrinkle his work shirt if it is necessary (which it is most days), and anything which will help to keep his day on target. I do this freely out of love I suppose. Sometimes I think I do it more for myself. Whatever the case, it is the way I start my day during the week. It now truly helps me start my day on a schedule.
Speaking of which- I have come to the realization that I really need to write myself more lists so I can stay on track with life. I look outside this morning, standing by the open front door, as Vespa and I waved goodbye to the boy and I said- GRASS SEED! I need grass seed for the front yard. There are some tiny open spots where the tree was removed last year that could use some filling.
I rushed over to my bag and pulled out a stack of yellow post-it notes and a pen and began my now, daily list of things I seem to let fall though the cracks.
More hand pump soap for the bathroom
Power-Foam Wash from Neutrogena for my face
Tissues
Paper towels
Cat hairball treats
Trashbags for just the basement
Cat litter
and of course:
re-pot the plants in the window
Put away the clean dishes
Mail off the check to Mr. Ayres who cuts the lawn
Mail off a "thinking of you" card to Aunt Pam
You get the idea...
There is more to all of it than just the pretty parts~ Ha! Nothing says "daily" as hairball prevention!
So I shall tackle my day with my powerful post-it notes so I can keep my brain on track! HA!
Especially now, as things start to heat up with a huge looming deadline at the end of this month.
Speaking of which! I better shake a tail-feather and get moving. It is 8:30am and I need to get out to the studio and make the donuts!
*Yes... I will manage some photos today for sure. I am finding it rather sad to have to rush out onto the internet to find visuals for you! Ha!
More later today
xox
Got up this morning around 7am as I normally do. It was harder than usual today, as it was rainy and cold again. This Spring is off to a slow start. Although, I must say that I have great optimism about Thursday-Saturday at least.
Anyway, my motivation was low and I was facing a kitchen without milk. This made the prospects of jump starting my day with my daily injection of brown rocket fuel quite dismal. I managed to make something using powdered creamer which is just one big lie to the tastebuds. I had to put a spoon of Starbucks Mocha powder in to manage to get it down. Funny how I can adjust to things.
I keep moving the best as I could today, making it outside to the studio by 8:30am and getting down to work. I kept pretty active all day until the Boy came home around 4:30pm. I only stopped around 12:30 this afternoon to cook some bacon for lunch. Yes... bacon and an egg. The cats helped me eat part of it when I wasn't looking. That is one way to keep the calories down...
And so now it is 5:30 and I am pooped. My hands are beyond tired and even this simple typing is killing them. I suspect that after I am finished here that I am going to turn to the boy and plead with him to massage them for a while.
Later I need to get back outside for a little more work. I also had a brilliant package arrive today that I am looking forward to opening~! Huzzah!
But first- I need to recharge. More from me shortly-
xox
I thought it might be a good time to mention on a public form of sorts- that if given the choice- I would like to be buried in the earth- with the worms- as I sort of enjoy them and wouldn't mind hanging around with them for a time.
And I want a really nifty gravestone to have a way to prove I was here.
I know Thomas wants cremation and well... I appreciate his wishes and I even thought I could go in this direction with him. But the more I think about it- the more I think I hate fire and being turned into dust so fast. I like hanging around... and with the possibility of becoming a zombie-seems very exciting.
So... I thought that I should say it out loud!
Nothing morbid... it actually is a good idea to talk about it before it is too late.
xox
Ah! Yesterday was Easter and my friends- Jason and Lisa invited the boy and me to dinner at his Grandmothers house again! It is a true Highlight of Springtime for me for sure...
THANK YOU JASON AND LISA! For making Thomas and me feel so much like family. It really... means a lot to the both of us. XoX
They picked us up around 2pm and drove out to her house. Although it was chilly, it was a brilliant sunny day! That honestly makes a huge difference in everything, mostly because I love Gram's house. 
(Notice that delicious food and the Sacrificial Lamb-cake!)
Thomas got the Lamb-face which was... VERY BIZARRE! Ha!
After stuffing myself with that amazing food
I like to try and get outside to try and keep myself awake and moving!
Her lovely house and her little court yard is so nice. I took so many photos because we are working out some ideas for out backyard. We need to replace our stairs and create a transition between the studio and the house. Something like a nicely bricked courtyard might just be the perfect solution.
Ahh... it was a nice day for sure.
And now it begins the push for getting myself into a swimsuit for summer! Yowie! Ha!
Hope you have a lovely day as well...
xox
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