It's about time I popped in here and gave an update about what I've been up to...don't ya think?
I've been working at a new floral shop since the first of the year because my ex-boss has closed up shop and retired. The new flower shop job is a blessing but they do things differently and I am having to re-learn some styles and designs that makes my days somewhat challenging, but keeps my brain exercised all the same. To steal a quote 'it's a good thing.'
As far as my art goes, I have only been able to eek out a few minutes here and there at the computer, but I'm really liking what I have been coming up with. I have been toying around with the idea of putting together a line of cards or journals or something...I'll have to keep working on that thought. In the mean time here is a small sample of one of my designs I have been working on above.
And finally, on the way back from Portland after taking our youngest Logan up to OHSU childrens Hospital for more testing on his kidneys, we took a quick stop at Suttle Lake.
The sun came out and I snapped a few photos. The main Lodge was incredible and we walked around the grounds which had cabins with lake front views. Up the road was a campground for tenters, and we were impressed enough to maybe plan a trip back in Summer.
It also didn't hurt that they had Spa facilities on site. (Tee Hee)
Hope everyone has an artful day, until next time XXOO
A photo snapped from my back yard of the promise of Spring and what it will be bringing...we are still getting down into the low 20's at night and the weather is pretty unpredictable, but soon all will be in bloom and the Earth will be bright with beautiful color.
I couldn't help myself...when I saw Gail Schmidt's gorgeous image, from Mind Wide Open blog, I had to play.
I have been drawn to the color combo of Spring-green and Pink for some time now, but am finding it more and more in the colors I wear and even in the colors I surround myself with... throw in a little robins egg blue (or turquoise) for contrast and I am one very happy camper.
There is a wonderful new book by Minna at blomsterverkstad that has really caught my attention. Her photos are so inpspiring and to top it off, she is having a give-away of this fabulous book! It really doesn't even matter that I can't read her language... her photos speak for themselves...although she has interpreted most things on her blog with English also!!
Here is what I came up with. 
May your year ahead hold promises bright and may your heart be filled with hope...
