One Word Goal for 2015 – Grace

This is my first year participating in the One Word Challenge, well officially anyway.  In 2008, I determined that 2009 would be my year to shine.  In 2009 I met and fell in love with my now husband, Ryp Walters, and have been shining ever since.  Being shiny is not always how it appears though.  Being profoundly creative and successful at the same time causes a lot of awkward discussions …

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Meet Grace Thomas, the Girl of the Year

Yes, we did it.  We ventured out into the freezing cold and waited in line at the American Girl store to buy and bring home Grace, the Girl of the Year.  We are all in love with her and her story.  She has so much in common with my girls.  She cares about friendship.  She has a pet.  She loves to bake.  She is an entrepenuer.  We couldn’t be more …

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2015 in Stars – Ceramic Stars

I have been exploring the art of ceramics (specifically Duncan brand) and slowly slowly slowly gaining confidence.  It is an incredible way to create masterpieces that will last lifetimes but truth…it is not all easy peasy paint and be done.  There are lots of steps.  They all matter.  And I am excited that I am getting them down.  I made a garland with ceramic starts for our master bedroom fireplace …

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