Creative Christmas

This year I have tried to be a little bit creative with my christmas. Why? Because I wanted to. I figured that there is nothing like preparing for something big and important like getting involved. But sure, I could just do 'normal stuff' and be 'involved'. However, by 'doing' in this manner, I have engaged my emotions and thoughts.  There is just something about creativity and emotive connection.

So here are my efforts.

Christmas tree christmas cards...

Two of the finished cards (with bit to write on at the back).

And I also painted and stamped Christmas paper....

The finished products.

And there you have it. A few creative moments to engage in Christmas. 

It feels good!

Wishing you all a "feels good" Christmas and blessings for 2011.

The Photo Challenge

My super-dooper blogging friend gave me a challenge -
Post challenge...if you choose to accept it...go to your camera, pick it up and then walk 50 paces from wherever your camera is...in any direction. When you get to 50 paces, stop. Wherever you are (provided it isn't in the middle of a road, or somewhere else dangerous...take a photo, "artsy" or otherwise and upload it as a post with or without commentary.

So I took up the challenge. I took a photo at 50 paces.

And then I took a few more....

Windy weather.

This week we had some really strong wind blowing through our backyard. So strong in fact, that it broke my washing line, complete with a full load of washing. So as to not be detered, I sat the line up on 2 sawhorses to keep the washing off the ground... but the wind picked up the whole line and blew it about 1 metre away. So a quick rearrange and my washing dried in an unusual fashion. Viola!

It got me thinking...

Life is full of storms and high winds, events that can knock you off your feet and send you flying. How are you grounded? With what kind of stuff are you made? Can you improvise, can you withstand a life storm and come out ok? Even if it is a little bit off centre? How do you prepare to face this kind of unexpected event?

Just some thoughts to ponder.


Well, it's certainly not what I was intending to write about.... but it's what the wind blew in!

Here Goes...

I am embarking on the blogging journey with fear and trepidation. It is pushing my boundaries and expanding my horizons. I'm not even really sure what exactly I will post about.
Most likely my daily happenings as a Mum and adventures with my son.  I guess that is a good start anyway.

He is always up to something and it keeps life fresh and new... and very full!