Tuesday, July 29, 2014
Thursday, July 10, 2014
I will begin work on my newest book called, "Edit Your Life".
It a wonderful book about slimming down and/or out things in your life.
When I vacation at my summer home, I always return happier because I have a great appreciation for having lived in a small space with just the bare minimum. It's wonderful!
I do believe we are taught to collect things. Nothing wrong with that if you so desire but I don't want anything in my life that I don't use. The older I get the less clutter I desire.
More as I continue to write.
To my Second Life Peeps, I will talk to you all very soon. Take care and….
Enjoy Life!!
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
Sunday, December 15, 2013
The most wonderful time of year…..Really!
I can't tell you how much I think of her work. Simply stated, she is awesome!
I love second life for a variety of reasons but mostly because of the friends and camaraderie.
I love how second life informs and adds positive energy to my real life.
People come and go, that's life I suspect, but I love the continuity of this online game.
To my friends, I wish you a very Merry Christmas and the Happiest of New Year.
By all mean please…..
Enjoy Life!
Wednesday, November 27, 2013
Saturday, October 26, 2013
Carpenters - Don't Be Afraid
I absolutely love the message in this song. If I weren't a 60's baby, I would have spent my life wanting to be a 60's baby. I love this period in history and I especially love the music that was made during this time.
You simply have to love it! It always helps me.....
Enjoy Life!!
Sunday, August 18, 2013
Saturday, August 17, 2013
Tea Time
Picture this. I am going to the grocery store early in the morning to beat the traffic. As I am walking to the front door, a man comes running out. I think to myself, "It's too early for anyone to be late for work". Then I thought, "Looks like someone is running away from a crime of some sort".
It turns out the latter was true. A man had stolen a large quantity of expensive meat. It also turns out that this man had done this before, in this same grocery store.
I must say I was naive enough to think that maybe he was really hungry and he resorted to such dishonest measures. Nope. This man, took the most expensive cuts of meat to sell to others for money.
Anyway, on to other news. I had a great time creating cards and gifts for the people I care about. I am also having fun designing my work space. I want to add a keurig beverage machine so I have been doing a great deal of research. It looks like I will get the K60 Special Edition. I don't drink coffee so this machine will be used for tea and hot chocolate. I can't wait to get started.
Tea has one big effect on me. It calms me down. I don't have a favorite yet but I will try several and see. Tea, it helps me.....
Enjoy Life!
Saturday, August 10, 2013
Those who really care
Presently, I must prepare myself to return to the real world. It is a bit depressing but I am very grateful to have had the opportunities I have had this summer. I have felt the prayers of so many and I am thankful to have people who really care in my life. I have been working on presents for them and I hope to share pictures in another post.
In the online game of Second Life, I have had the most creative time. For those who have not been introduced to this world, again I encourage you to try it. It is a game first but for me it has proven to be creative ground. It does not matter where I land, there are friends to be made and friendships that are maintained.
In real life many of you know I love the beach and currently the endangered newly born baby turtles are making their way to the ocean. It warms my heart to see those who care, make sure this process is not disturbed. I call them the good shepherds. I do hope all goes well. It's good to know there are people who honestly care out there doing great things. In the end, it helps us all......
Enjoy Life!
Saturday, June 29, 2013
This song is song by someone young and you can tell simply by the way she is singing the song that she gets it. How very important I say.
As I have traveled this wonderful world I do realize how very BLESSED I have been in being allowed ot be me. I have met many who have yet to discover who they are and what they believe in.
Many know my motto. It is, "I am going to let you be you and you are going to let me be me". I love it! Being me allows me to.....;.
Enjoy Life!!
Sunday, June 2, 2013
You Know I Can Do This
Some would say the next part, the execution, is the hard part. I would disagree. I have students who want to be taught and want to learn. I am the armed with what it takes to get that job done effectively.
The hard part was creating. Once my mind was allowed to run free and dream, it was like rounding third base. This is the part when I say, dreams can come true. Just watch me take it home. Tune in and you will.....
Enjoy Life!!
Friday, May 17, 2013
About My Second Life
Well, I am having a lovely Second Life and I have been for a while now.
The online virtual game of Second Life does a wonderful job of entertaining me. This online game provides a solitude that quiets my spirit after a stressful or busy day.
I hang out in a place where I don't see others and that creates a perfect place of peace.
Clear thinking and creativity go hand in hand in my worlds (rl and sl). I have been able to design and create so many lovely ideas but it really doesn't stop there.
The virtual water nearby and the beautiful horizon does wonders for me. Soothing is a word I would use to describe how I feel when looking at the art of Second Life. Let me try to explain why. Picture if you would, a picture or painting you like to look at hanging on a wall and then imagine that picture moving as if it were alive. The beautiful moving art is indeed a pleasure to behold. I tresure this place and enjoy the time I get to relax there. It simply helps me to.....
Enjoy Life!!!
Sunday, April 28, 2013
I had thrown my bucket list away and made peace with maybe somethings were just not going to happen for me.
The challenge gave me hope. It's okay to dream. It helps me.....
Enjoy Life!!
Sunday, April 7, 2013
What a wonderful teaser for what I hope will be a relaxing summer.
Sitting in a comfy chair with my mac and a tervis cup filled with a sugary treat is what I call a good time.
I noticed that I create better when I am relaxed and happy.
The nights are still kind of cool so staying warm in a lush blanket is a great thing to do.
It is a blessing to be here with my family. They help me to....
Enjoy Life!!!
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Brook Green Garden
In learning the history of the old rice plantations in the area, there are several events designed to teach the visitors. Ron Price from the television series, Gullah Gullah Island hosted such a session.
After the very informative session, I asked Mr. Price if he would sing the theme song with me. He was so gracious and did just that. I only wish I knew the song better.
This sorta follows how I learn parts of television theme songs and what I don't know I create my own words. Does anyone else do that?
It was a great day filled with memorable moments that help me....
Enjoy Life!!
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
The houses on the tour were rice plantations. The history of the houses was thought provoking. I was so engaged that I did further research on many of the plantations.
When the rice plantations were "no more" they became huge hunting lodges for the most part. The owners were wealthy people from the north who whould journey to the plantation to hunt whatever was on their land during certain times of the year.
Many of the current plantation owners today have tried to preserve the homes. I was surprised that many still live in the homes full time. I shouldn't be surprised though. The views from theses home are lovely and that is an understatement. The front of the homes face the river which is has really grown over with....stuff. The houses were sometimes a combination of the days of old and today.
The gardens are so beautiful. I am sure the upkept on them is a daily job. Walking around and taking pictures make the day one of my favorites.
Getting in and out of the car was exhausting but somehow once in the home or walking in the gardens, I felt refreshed.
I am very afraid of nature that moves, especially the kind that moves quicker than I do. For the most part I tried to forget that fear and enjoy the best mother nature has to give.
At the end of the day there was a tea held at a church that was over hundered years old.
Fabulous day! It was a day that helped me.....
Enjoy Life!
Friday, March 22, 2013
Enjoying the Special Moments in Second Life
It's wonderful, right? In real life and and second life beautiful is beautiful. These things help me to....
Enjoy Life!
P.S. I hope to see the real life version of this today. Life is..... full of "wonderfulness"!
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Going to the Beach
It's time to go open the beach cottage. I may be rushing things but it's time to get ready for the spring and summer.
I miss being at the beach so much and I can't wait to get there and relax.
The beach is the one place I feel most vibrant.
Sunday, February 17, 2013
Stoney End
Friday, February 15, 2013
Never say goodbye
Yesterday was Valentine's Day. It happens to be one of my favorites as special days go.
Not only because of the chocolates but because I get to show my husband how much I love him.
As many years as we have been together, we are truly in love and enjoy each other.
Getting him a special present is still an issue I must admit. This year I decided to give him yet another song. He really enjoyed it.
The song is the theme song for a movie entitled, "The Promise". We decided we would watch the movie as well. It is a great romantic story so I enjoyed it.
What was very interesting was that as I was recording this song for my husband, he came home and you can hear him at the end of the song say, "I'm home". He's such a wonderful husband. He is the reason I .......
Enjoy Life!
Saturday, February 9, 2013
My Uncle Earl
My uncle was a gifted soul and from an early age he found his gift and was very keen on using it.
Still in his teens he sang with professional groups, The Crystals, and The Cadillacs. with his mothers permission.
He sang the song entitled, "I Feel So Bad". This song was later purchased by Elvis Presley and he recorded it.
He wrote many songs. Before he died, he and the group was able to record a Subaru commercial. Maybe you have seen it. You must tell me if you have.
My Uncle Earl was a great man in my eyes and I will always be proud of him and his great talent.
Enjoy Life!
Viv
Sunday, February 3, 2013
Loving the Choices you Give
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Omg! My good friend Diane was so kind to do this video. I wanted to share it with you. Everytime I watch I cry. She is really a wonderful and kind person to say such beautiful things about me. I am very happy to hear them. She has made me feel very special. She is a special friend who has helped me....
Enjoy Life!!
Thursday, January 24, 2013
The Air That I Breathe
Monday, January 21, 2013
The Key To Me
The online game of second life really inspires me. My avatar Viv Writer has been the object of my stories and I can't tell you how fun that is.
I love to create! It doesn't matter if I working with paper, fabric, or stories, I simply must create.
Go create something today. I know you will....
Enjoy Life!
Monday, January 7, 2013
My Cup of Tea
To anyone who understands, you know what that simple gesture means.
Please take time to do something special for someone you love. It means so much.
He is my better half and he helps me....
Enjoy Life!
Sunday, December 23, 2012
Dress Form Pincushion
I must go find some better material. Go make you a dress form pincushion and....
Enjoy Life!!
Sunday, December 9, 2012
Simple Little Rag Doll
I have always loved little dolls. If the truth be told I still do. I don't collect them but I do appreciate them when I see them. I love the vintage ones the best. The old rag dolls are my favorite. In this day and age of computer dolls and such, it's great to reach back to something very simple.
On YouTube, Va had a challenge to make her rag dolls so I join in. I absolutely loved it. I want to design my own now. They were so much fun to make.
Find the simple pleasure in life. You too will....
Enjoy Life!
Sunday, November 18, 2012
Fairy Doors
I LOVE fairy doors. A co-worker introduced me to them the other day in reference to a production for school. I was soooo engaged that I began researching and creating them.
In my travels online I saw some really amazing fairy doors. I would never have thought I would.
As I get ready for the holdiday season I can't help but think about how I can alter these doors for Christmas. I think I will alter several of them and send them to dear friends.
I hope everyone is doing well and gearing up for a wonderful holiday season. If one remembers the reason for the season, all will go smoothly. One would be sure to .....
Enjoy Life!
Saturday, November 10, 2012
Priority vs. Option
What a wonderful quote. It stopped me in my tracks. I needed to hear that today.
In just a matter of seconds, that quote solved an issue that haunted me for a while. I'm not saying this for no other reason other than to share something. That something is that when you are ready to understand something that is difficult to understand, it will be revealed to you at that time.
We can't determine what people think of us but we can determine what we think of others.
Remember the Golden Rule and try your best to live by it everyday. You will....
Enjoy Life!
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
Stuck on Stupid
This song is not meant as rude as it may sound to some.
Sometimes despite how much we really want to do something, we get ourselves stuck. We try so hard to get "unstuck" but get even more so because we are not looking at what is the real problem.
So I believe if we just relax and concentrate on the work things will go better. I didn't say it would be perfect but maybe, just maybe, if we relax we can get through the sticky stuffy and the breeze through on brilliance.
Thursday, August 9, 2012
Fight For Me
Okay, this is one of those times when I have the pieces and I can't see to connect them properly. I love creating these songs but sometimes I get in my own way and block myself.
I am gonna admit defeat for now and come back to this later. It's so frustrating.
I don't know how others get through this sort of "thing" but I am going to walk away and come back to it when I have a new attitude. I think that may help my process and it will help me ....
Enjoy Life!
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Thursday, July 26, 2012
I have been so blessed to spend a wonderful amount of time at the beach this summer.
When someone asked a radio announcer, "How are you doing?", his reply was, "Better than I derserve". That is exactly how I feel.
I went to the beach to give God a big hug today for his great blessings.
I wonder if others feel the same way when they are on the beach. I simply can't be alone in the way I feel but if I am that's alright too.
I look around and see all the lovely houses built on the beach and wonder if it is possible for someone who feels the way I do about the beach could ever grow tired of it. I certainly hope those who are blessed to have this view on a daily basis has the opportunity to actually look at it and feel the love of it.
For those of you who have no idea what I am talking about, I am sorry.
The beach and life go hand in hand to me. When I am at the beach I always feel great and......
Enjoy Life!
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
I send my Love forever
Walking down the avenue home,
I felt something hanging low.
Suddenly I heard a scream
Looking around to see with way to go.
Distinctly I heard it.
With my last breath I say to you my love
I send my love forever
I ran without direction
I ran with every intention to go home
But there in the road was this lady
I seemed to know
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Can you Sing the Colors of my Love
I will share with you one of my favorite places in South Carolina. It is called, Brooke Green Gardens. It is a remarkable place with amazing sculptures and gardens.
In the online game of Second Life, there is a designer, Julia Hathor, who creates the most amazing pieces of art.
The gardens at Brooke Green and Julia Hathors virtual art sims in the online game of Second Life remind me of how beautiful life really is.
I am not doing a good job of explaining but maybe this song I wrote and some of the pictures in the above video might help.
If you ever get a chance to visit Julia Hathor in the online game of Second Life or to see the gardens at Brooke Green, go quiclky. Be assured you will.....
Enjoy Life!
Sunday, July 8, 2012
40 Mondays
Saturday, July 7, 2012
Do You
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
I am trying to calm down. It is so exciting here. I need to focus but it's hard to do so with everything going on here.
We have someone getting married in less than a month. I love a wedding.
I have started to compose a song for our wonderful couple. I am having a blast composing. Above is a sample of what I have done thus far. Hope you like it.
I am still plotting away at my book and now a one act play.
So much going on. I am truly going to miss this vacation. I wish vacations could go on for life but you appreciate them more when you work for them. They help me....
Enjoy Life!
Sunday, June 3, 2012
Saturday, June 2, 2012
What a Waste?
Sometimes, however, I have to get into the head of personalities of characters that I don't always understand. Just by verture of being me, I don't understand every personality.
Arden is a character in my book. He is the love interest of the main character. I have a bit of trouble understanding his perspective at times. I surprised myself when I wrote this song because it really does define how Arden is feeling in the story.
I know I am not a traditional song writer. Maybe I am not a song writer at all but in anycase, this song managed to help me understand where Arden is coming from. As a result I can write for his character so much better.
In the story Arden is hopelessly in love with Viv and has been since they were children. Viv has never accepted his love as a more than a friend but finally when she begins to consider him as such, she creates a wall, a defense mechanism to be sure, and pushes him away.
Arden is ready to move on but finds that his love just can't be turned off. He is confused and upset at the fact that the love he has given Viv since they were young children has been wasted.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
soap pops
OMG! I had the best time creating these soapsicles or soap pops.
They look good enough to eat but please don't, because it's SOAP!
I did enjoy creating them but what is wonderful to me is the fact that my family can use them. I can control what goes into these lovely bars of soap. I don't always want a fragrance. Sometimes I wear scented lotion or perfume and on those rare occasions a scented soap, lotion, and perfume altogether can be more than one nose can handle. Can you say scent overload?
Anyway, I never tried goat's milk soap. I am glad to try it. I also love Shea soap. I hope to pick up some olive oil soap tomorrow.
These lovely jumbly bars of soaps will be available in my etsy shop soon so if you are interested in them please click over and buy a few.
On a different note, I continue to count down the days to summer break. We are going through finals week at school and I am very excited for many reasons.
Under different circumstances, giving soap to someone might suggest to some that maybe they need to take a bath but when you get a soapsicle it just seems to say, "What fun?"
Soapsicles.... they are so much fun and they help me....
Enjoy Life!!
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Stay
Monday, May 21, 2012
Love Inside
The first time I heard this song I cried..... loudly.
Most of us can relate to this song on some level.
Sunday, May 20, 2012
I Like Dreaming
Well, mothers day and my birthday have come and gone. My duel celebration was lovely as well.
I am so looking forward to the break that summer brings with it. I say it every year and every year it's true, summer break gets shorter and shorter.
This year I have plans. I hope I have the discipline to execute them. Let's see, I'll share this much. I plan to continue writing, The Adventures of Viv Writer. I don't think I'll ever finish and to be honest I don't think I want to. I love the characters I've created, the places and situations I put them in. It's a fantastic adventure to write. I also plan to write a musical for my students. That is an ambitious goal considering I lack a few requirements needed to make this a success. I also plan to eat properly. Ummm seriously, eating during the summer is an issue for me. When working, I don't have time to snack and go out to eat the way I do during the summer.
I love being in the online game of Second Life. I love being in a place where I feel a peace that is so wonderful to create in. My friends in the online game are fantastic and extremely supportive of my efforts. I don't think I've ever had such kind words said to me. The kind words just fuel me and I live on them.
Each summer I spend at the lake I feel that much closer to the beach. Maybe one day I will wake up in my dream cottage at the beach with my typewriter, decaf coffee, and glasses. It's a dream that makes me smile broadly. Even if it never comes true, that dream alone would have made me smile a lifetime. In this case I guess it's alright to dream my life away. It helps me....
Enjoy Life!
Friday, May 4, 2012
Some Dilemma
I am doing more crafty things with my students and I am pleased with the results. They are using their imaginations and building up their creative muscles more and more with every project.
I am really excited about a current project that involves atc (actor trading cards). More about this in another blog entry.
I am thinking about heading out to the lake but the comforts of my bedroom seem to be the magnet that won't let me go. What a wonderful dilemma. Go to the lake or stay in my bed :) Either way I think I can....
Enjoy Life!!
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Kewl Kowls
Sunday, April 8, 2012
Relaxing Day
I have been busy writing, what I think is the best chapter in The Adventures of Viv Writer. This chapter, entitled, Turn the Page, is a privatol point for the character Viv.
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Happy Easter
Monday, April 2, 2012
Mommie means...
Sunday, March 18, 2012
I Love This Stuff
As weekends go, this one was great! I caught up on many things to include some quiet time with my husband. Amongst other things we love to do, we watched movies. One movie in particular was The African Queen.
It's rare to find a movie my husband has not seen but this was one he had not.
Monday, March 12, 2012
Write On
Monday, February 20, 2012
A Comforting Song
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Card Challenge
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Could it be?
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Beautiful Bottle
Source: myartisticside.blogspot.com via viv on Pinterest
I saw this image and fell in love. It has become my inspiration piece and I hope to create something based on it. How I will do is another story. I am in the process now of gathering all the pieces to put this project together.
What do you put in such a beautiful bottle? I decided to put my beautiful dreams and hopes.
I got to get started. This bottle makes me smile deeply and....
Enjoy Life!
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Just Being Crafty
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
What's for Dinner?
I had a great dinning experience tonight. I was not sure what to expect but I was so pleased with my dinner choice.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Sunday, January 22, 2012
My Messy Craft Room
I love to create down in my lair. Here is an unusual glimpse into my messy room, I wish I could say it's not like this all of the time but my room resembles a river, You can never step in the same place twice, While it always out of sorts, I always know where everything is. It's the only place in my house that I do this, It helps me....
Enjoy Life!
Saturday, January 21, 2012
You Go Cuz
Return to My Lair
Friday, January 20, 2012
Thank God for Friends
Yesterday was a difficult day for me. A dear friend from the online game of Second Life came to my rescue. With words of wisdom and a gentle spirit, I was comforted.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
How Sad I Am Today
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Drawstring Muslin Bags
I was inspired and motivated to create these lovely muslin drawstring bags by Robin from You Tube.
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Par Avion
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Awesome!
Saturday, January 14, 2012
Blank Note Cards
I don't create and design note cards as much as I should. For example, I received so many Christmas presents from people and I still have not finished giving out thank you cards.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Ugg Boot Jewelry
Today was a good day. It was not a bright sunny day but it was wonderful all the same. I worked today but had I been home I would have made myself a big pot of stew and found a good book to read. As it is, I am home now and there is nothing preventing me from doing just that.
Monday, January 9, 2012
Wonderful, Wonderful. Oh So Wonderful My Love
Sunday, January 8, 2012
Dry Wax Bags
I was inspired by Bona on You Tube to make these wonderful treat bags. While hers was made of glassine, mine are made of dry wax bags. I find them easier to work with. You can stamp on them and overall they are easier to alter. I added a few die cuts and there you are.
Friday, December 30, 2011
It's Cowl Good
Go to my Etsy shop to order my scarfs and buttons. They are soooo cool.
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Christmas at Our House
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Merry Christmas
Saturday, July 30, 2011
It's Me
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Still Real
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Those Soft Moments
Friday, July 15, 2011
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Life is good
Life is wonderful especially when you add water. I love hanging out by the water in the online game of Second Life. There doesn't seem to be a short supply of it there.
Monday, July 11, 2011
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Crafty
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Down By The Lake
Sunday, May 29, 2011
SL where Imagination is Free to Everyone
I have not posted my thoughts about the online game of Second Life in a while. I am still active there and love being apart of that world. I am still writing short stories. Here is a little something from "The Life Worth Living".
The bedroom is warm in temperature as it is in the luxurious comforts afforded to those who reap the benefits of years of success.
The stripped and floral canopy bed with goose-feathered comforters and the huge pillows only compliment gold satin sheets.
Gary is allergic to goose feathers and consented to take medicine to please his wife. He is also allergic to the liquid potpourri but he really enjoys the scent and finds it very relaxing.
There is a three-step ladder in the middle of either side of the bed. The bed is high for several reasons. One reason is Maxie, their Teacup Yorkie. She was a gift from a fan from Raeford, North Carolina.
As much as the couple wanted to decline the gift, Maxie was too cute to deny.
It was not until Gary and Adel got home did they realize that the dog was not compatible to their home.
Maxie falls into everything. She has been accidentally stepped on; kicked, pushed, and flushed too many times times to count.
Once Adel was holding Maxie while in bed and fell asleep. Gary got in the bed without knowing Maxie was there too. Had it not been for Adel’s keen hearing, poor Maxie's whimpers would have gone unnoticed.
The steps on either side of the bed are far too large for Maxie to climb. The bed is so high up that she has a small puppy bed under their bed.
I enjoy creating and I must give much of the credit to the online game of Second Life because that place inspires me. I feel welcomed to create. Maybe you would like to take a trip and see what it's all about. Who knows? Maybe you too will....
Enjoy Life!