~Small Things~

I have come to realize..life truly is about the small things...you know, those little things in life that bring you joy..what makes your soul sing, what brings you happiness.  What others may find simple, regular or routine....you may find necessary, delightful and even joyful..it all depends on who's eyes it is being viewed from :)

I have an announcement...The Moppet's And I Are COMING HOME!!

If you are a regular follower, you are aware that I did a trial move to a new studio in nearby Poultney, Vermont sharing space with my sweet niece Cristen in her VT Organic Baby Food Shop...I packed up all my wares, supplies and whatnot and set up a nice working space and lovely retail area......HOWEVER, it would appear, somehow, my creativity was left behind & did not ever find it's way to the new studio! It has since refused to budge AND is insistent that myself and everything else come back home!! Hence, the decision was made and, last week, the moppets and I began the move back home and into our previous studio. I feel bad leaving my niece, we had such a lovely time working together, however I attempted this on a trial basis as I really wasn't sure I could do it and, apparently I can not. Working in the new space wasn't an issue actually...it was creativity..or should I say, the lack thereof..for, I had none! No stories to write....no thoughts in my head for future creations..no ideas...nothing! I have realized that being home & my daily routine of tidying the house, baking, cooking, a fire or candles burning, music or a movie playing are a huge part of who I am creatively..it is all part of my creative process.....last week, once I had made the final decision and brought a few things home, I immediately felt like myself again. I have since written three stories and filled countless pages with thoughts, ideas and future creations. At first I felt bad and like I had failed at something but I no longer feel that way....If I hadn't tried it..I would never have known and I now realize, more than ever, who I am, creatively and as a person and, it has given me an even deeper appreciation for our home and this life we live.

Hence forth..when I say.."I am off to the studio" you will know it is the room, just a few short steps beyond my living room, that I am speaking of :~)

IT'S THE SMALL THINGS................

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And NOW...my plans for web shows during the next couple of months. Another thing I have learned over the past couple of months. I am not "loving" these larger web shows ....and neither is my website apparently!! At any rate..I am thinking I may need to go back to monthly web shows. I actually prefer them in other ways as well..I enjoy our monthly visits and all around goode times. I have plans in the works for both a November and December web show..both smaller than last nights but definitely more organized and more festive!! I have tentative dates however, I want to mull them over for a day or two before committing them on paper. I will be going to see my beautiful girl Oct 29th thru Nov. 5th..so that will play into the dates a bit :) Keep an eye on my website in the next few days and you will find a banner with the confirmed dates :)

Again..thank you all so very much for being a part of Vermont Harvest Folk Art, our life & family and for your wonderful patronage, friendship..and often needed patience. It means the world to me.

Wishing you a wonderful day,
Hugs, Doreen

ps..if you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me :)