Last week I was good to myself. How often do you treat yourself to something that really moves you? Taking classes to sharpen my skills is a simple way to lift the spirit and regenerate the creative juices. I had the pleasure of taking a flower design class with two amazing master designers, Holly Chapple and Francoise Weeks. Each … [Read more...]
Family time in Rome
TRIP TO ROME Recently my sister in law turned 50. We were very fortunate to celebrate with her in Roma, a spectacular and beautiful city. My husband's brother and three sisters along with their spouses spent the weekend enjoying the sights, sounds, tastes and aromas of this ancient city. Together we shared memories of years past while … [Read more...]
Here we come, ready or not
Spring is coming whether we are ready or not. This year I'm determined to be ready and I'm fired up. What are you doing to get ready? I purchased all my seeds from the Hudson Valley Seed Company when I visited the Philadelphia Flower Show this past weekend. I'll show pictures on my next blog. Honestly more important than downloading … [Read more...]
True love manifests itself in many ways
The shawl I used under this arrangement belonged to my mom, who left us too soon. She treasured it because it was given to her by someone very special. Now it has inspired me to create for Valentine's day. True love manifests itself in many ways. … [Read more...]
Quiet from the Inside Out
Thank you Gene for my tea cup. I was inspired to make the perfect arrangement to go with it. I remember you every time I use it. It's almost like the tea quiets me from the inside out. Reaching out to my soul and saying - shhh, it's time to just be still. May you find that peaceful moment in your days to be quieted from the inside out. … [Read more...]
Morning walk says it all
Most morning after my family is off for their day, I start mine with a contemplative walk in nature. I take this time now to talk with my dear parents who are in spirit world. This special alone time has become my way of connecting with their spirit, this time is when I am most at peace. What a blessing. I truly enjoy this time alone. … [Read more...]
Believe
Believing in the spirit of Christmas is about finding those little moments in time that inspire us as we continue our journey through life. A good example is when I came back from a very exciting flower installation. I felt on top of the world. Well, normally I would share this great news with my parents, but now there was no one to share this … [Read more...]
What I’ve learned recently.
Whenever a person expresses the thoughts of their mind publicly there is always a reaction that follows. I am careful to speak kindly or not speak at all. ~love~ … [Read more...]
New Beginnings
For me a new beginning happens every time I’m faced with a choice to make in my life. I have the power within me to make the best choice that in the end will in fact create the person and business I wish for myself. It wasn’t until I created and grew my company that I’ve taken action to follow through with a purpose or a mission. It’s not being … [Read more...]
6th Verse of the Tao
The spirit that never dies is called the mysterious feminine. Although she becomes the whole universe, her immaculate purity is never lost. Although she assumes countless forms, her true identity remains intact. The gateway to the mysterious female is called the root of creation. Listen to her voice, hear it echo through creation. Without … [Read more...]