One of my dear friends Jennifer Worick is a force to behold. Not only is she a New York Times best selling author, a super awesome jewelry maker but she also has become a staple in my life for great advice and support.
A few weeks ago a package arrived at my house. Inside was one of Jennifer's new books, The Prairie Girl's Guide to Life: How to Sew a Sampler Quilt & 49 Other Pioneer Projects for the Modern Girl. What a delight to see my friends book published. I crawled into bed with this book and my dog and had a lovely Saturday afternoon reading and sleeping.
Jennifer has become one of my hero's because she is so passionate about her writing.
I am trying really hard to get her to help me write a book about intention rituals but alas, she maybe too busy being a best selling author and hero to women all over the world.
Please run out and buy her books and show this world that a strong woman who is this talented should be rewarded, celebrated and honored!
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
One Year Ago
Last year at this time, I lost my best friend Shaun Taylor.
It has taken me almost a year to fully realize how much this is going to affect my life for many years to come. This type of loss never ends. Every moment of the day feels like a reminder of how much I miss him. I often have trouble expressing my emotions and this situation is no different. For the last year I have been pushing myself to put these feelings out of my mind. I became so focused on my company and then my break up and then the move and then.... and then.... and then.....
But now, I am stepping back to realize how great of a loss this is for me and all the people that loved Shaun. Every moment of my life for the last year has carried this loss with me. I have felt more alone and empty in life this year than I ever experienced in the past. It's strange how something like a loss can affect every single situation in your life, even if you are not aware of it.
I am dedicating my company to Shaun. He was the first person I talked too when I realized I wanted to create intention products. Every candle I pour is full of love for Shaun and keeping his memory alive.
I can not tell you the sadness I feel right now. All I want is a hug from him or someone else close enough to me to realize that my emotions run a lot deeper than I could ever describe in my blog.
It has taken me almost a year to fully realize how much this is going to affect my life for many years to come. This type of loss never ends. Every moment of the day feels like a reminder of how much I miss him. I often have trouble expressing my emotions and this situation is no different. For the last year I have been pushing myself to put these feelings out of my mind. I became so focused on my company and then my break up and then the move and then.... and then.... and then.....
But now, I am stepping back to realize how great of a loss this is for me and all the people that loved Shaun. Every moment of my life for the last year has carried this loss with me. I have felt more alone and empty in life this year than I ever experienced in the past. It's strange how something like a loss can affect every single situation in your life, even if you are not aware of it.
I am dedicating my company to Shaun. He was the first person I talked too when I realized I wanted to create intention products. Every candle I pour is full of love for Shaun and keeping his memory alive.
I can not tell you the sadness I feel right now. All I want is a hug from him or someone else close enough to me to realize that my emotions run a lot deeper than I could ever describe in my blog.
Friday, October 19, 2007
Goal List
Not even one year ago I made a list of goals for my company.
Yesterday, one of those goals was finally realized. Well, actually all the goals have happened but this goal was the major shoot for the stars, goals.
I am now the official candle maker for Glassy Baby!
This has been a dream of mine for a while and I am so excited about this opportunity.
I will still be making private candles and creating more candles that can be used in traveling containers. I also have been having people come visit me at my studio and help design signature candles for events. So if you ever want to come to the studio to experience what it is like to have a candle made especially for you, then contact me.
Yesterday, one of those goals was finally realized. Well, actually all the goals have happened but this goal was the major shoot for the stars, goals.
I am now the official candle maker for Glassy Baby!
This has been a dream of mine for a while and I am so excited about this opportunity.
I will still be making private candles and creating more candles that can be used in traveling containers. I also have been having people come visit me at my studio and help design signature candles for events. So if you ever want to come to the studio to experience what it is like to have a candle made especially for you, then contact me.
Friday, October 12, 2007
Just bought my ticket for the East Coast
I have a candle sale coming up in November on the east coast. This is very exciting to me since one year ago, I launched Odessa's Herbals in NYC.
I will also be seeing old friends, driving around the northeast and seeing my family in VA.
A much needed vacation and adventure!
I am busy preparing for an upcoming Seattle Show at the Rainier Club, my NY show and the holiday season.
I will also be seeing old friends, driving around the northeast and seeing my family in VA.
A much needed vacation and adventure!
I am busy preparing for an upcoming Seattle Show at the Rainier Club, my NY show and the holiday season.
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