New Treasury

I curated this treasury today to thank those that have recently featured my items in their treasuries - please go check them out if you have a minute! Peace, Judi

An Award Gratefully Received

Happy Sunday. I'm usually technology free on this day of the week, but I need to catch up on something I have put off for a few weeks.


I have received the Stylish Blogger Award from Marlene at Marlene's Musings. Marlene is a very talented artist and a long-time bloggy friend. I hope you'll visit her blog. Her Sunday Sketches are charming!





To accept the award I am requested to tell 7 things about myself, so here goes:



1. I am a terrible procrastinator as evidenced by how late I am picking up my award.



2. I consider myself to be a "spiritual being that sometimes has human experiences" rather than the other way around.



3. I don't subscribe to cable TV.



4. I watch PBS more than any other network.



5. My favorite books/films/TV shows are mystery stories - with or without murder, but the less violence depicted the better. It's the logical discovery parts that I enjoy!



6. I've never met a fiber art/craft that I don't enjoy.



7. "I hate to go shopping, don't like the crowds or the frustration of trying to find what I want." (Yes, Marlene, I quote this one from you as you've stated it perfectly!)



Now I am requested to pass this on to (15) new blogs I follow. I regret I haven't added many new blogs recently, but will hightlight a few I really enjoy.



1. Karen of Photo Energy - Art That Captures You


2. Jim of Suldog even though he will most likely rake me over the coals ;-)


3. Diane of The Shutterbug Eye Photography


4. Julie of Julie Magers Soulen Photography


5. TECHKnitting


6. Deepak Chopra


7. Jenn of Random Lunacy


8. Cathy of Celtic Cat Photos



There are so many other worthy ones, I wish I could highligh them all.



I hope you find a new blog you will enjoy, or maybe an older one you haven't read recently!



Peace, Judi

With Gratitude

I want to thank all of the Etsy shop owners included in this treasury. In one way or another they've done something wonderful for me.

I hope you will visit each of the Etsy shops and check out all of the lovely items available!

http://www.etsy.com/shop/ceejay60
http://www.etsy.com/shop/nycstudio
http://www.etsy.com/shop/Knme
http://www.etsy.com/shop/ChuckaStone
http://www.etsy.com/shop/MadeBySwirlyGirl
http://www.etsy.com/shop/happyhound
http://www.etsy.com/shop/JulieMagersSoulen
http://www.etsy.com/shop/PoSHGallery
http://www.etsy.com/shop/nikid
http://www.etsy.com/shop/ModerClassicsPaper
http://www.etsy.com/shop/allieart4children
http://www.etsy.com/shop/EnchantedGypsyDesign
http://www.etsy.com/shop/xenya
http://www.etsy.com/shop/Celticcatphotos
http://www.etsy.com/shop/WhatAboutPhotos
http://www.etsy.com/shop/lucedivetro

Peace to all,
Judi

Thank You!

Happy Monday,

I'd like to thank Lupen Grainne for featuring one of my photos - "Destiny" on this blog post.

Please also check out Lupen's Honeytree Etsy shop where you will find many lovely items for sale.

Thanks again, Lupen, for featuring my photo on you blog.

Peace, Judi

Slacker

Ok, I've been a blogging slacker for over a week. I am working a "real" job now and have so little time for this fun stuff.

Just popping on to say "hello" and hoping all my readers are well and happy.

I hope you enjoy this little spring image available here as a card or print or here as a Thank You card.

Peace, Judi

Thank You

Hi All,

A big thank you to Scott Bulger for posting my Light Luck photo on his updated blog post. The original post, as you can see, presented a photography challenge; a few folks accepted the challenge and now Scott has included some of the resultant images. The three selected, as of this writing, are all members of the Photographers of Etsy team.

Thank you, Scott, I am honored to have my image displayed on your wonderful blog with your images and those of the other photographers.

Peace, Judi
(Edit: Scott is not a member of POE as I erroneously posted earlier; sorry for any confusion this may have caused.)

Exciting News

Today was my in-laws anniversary. They must have been looking out for me from wherever their souls have gone in the universe because:

1. I was the featured artist on The Organic Mechanic today; hope you have a chance to check it out.

2. I'm one of the featured photographers on Talent Database.

This is just too exciting. Thank you whoever or whatever decided to bless me in this way today.

Peace, Judi

Louisville Impressions – Part 16, the last part

It’s been a great experience to work and live in Louisville, KY.

I am very grateful to my employer for giving me the position and for understanding that it is just not the right fit for me.

I am grateful to the Brown Hotel, Louisville Relocation, and The Crescent Center for wonderful places on which to lay my head at night.

I am thankful for all of the wonderful area restaurants, most especially Safier Mediterranean Deli on 4th Street (and to the staff at the Brown for recommending it my first night in town.) The vegetarian choices are many and the tastes are wonderful. I will miss this eating establishment very much indeed. Bistro 301 should not be missed either – wonderful portabella sandwich and so much more.

I’m not much for bars, but the one in the crossover at the Galt House on 4th should not be missed. With a great view of the Ohio River, the fish tank bar (yes complete with all kinds of fish), and the bird aviary (with finches and more) you will be delighted.

I am indeed thankful for the Kentucky Backroads store on 3rd Street – I found a much needed sweater there and they turned me on to the best bourbon truffles; I will miss those as well.

The mayor is doing many wonderful things with the city and for all who live and work there all the time I hope this continues. I am thankful to have been able to see how it is in 2008 – maybe I will return in a few years to see what’s changed.

Thank you to all in Louisville who have helped me out in any way – my co-workers, the staff at the Visitor Information Center on 4th Street, friendly neighbors, people who smile and say “hello” whether they know you or not.

I’m most thankful to have had the entire experience, but happy to be heading home. Louisville, I wish you well.

Peace to all, Judi