I was searching for an image to represent a fresh start for my first ATC of 2009, and I immediately thought of an open door. But on my way to find one I came across this picture of Lola L. Jackson I’d scanned from Mary’s vintage photo collection and used it instead.I loved the way Lola is all spiffed up and ready to play with her blocks. Then I began to wonder whether or not Lola might have started tossing them around when the photo shoot was over. She looks a little testy about having her picture taken to me.
Sometimes I feel that way about a new year. I have the feeling I should be motivated, gung ho and organized, when what I really want to do is putter around for a few days, and not think about anything at all.
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Hi Susan! Thanks so much for your sweet birthday comment :) I feel the same way as you when the year starts. Therefore today I decided that the new year begins on Monday and have been in my pjs all day!It felt great!
Sandy:)
I'm all for the puttering about part -- that's what I do best. Lola is quite fetching, by the way!
Yes do putter. I do that and some of my best work comes of it. And pajamas are a good idea as well, unfortunately I must wash some pretty soon, or I'll be puttering naked.
Your new year looks like it is off to a captivating start... your images are quite mesmorizing. I have enjoyed discovering your blog, with all of it's helpful tips and honest reflections, and of course, the fabulous artwork. I always think it is a little strange that strangers can be reading your blog and you have no idea who or why they are, so I'd like to introduce myself: Hi I am Stephanie (I looked up your site because I saw some of your moos in Artful Blogging magazine, which I bought cuz I am somewhat new to blogging but eager to get involved)Thanks for the inspiration & Nice to meet(?) you!
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