Sleep of the Saints
"Never be in a hurry; do everything quietly and in a calm spirit. Do not lose your inner peace for anything whatsoever, even if your whole world seems upset." -Saint Francis de Sales. Perhaps St. Francis de Sales knew the key…
A Vision Stitched
A few weeks ago I had a most wonderful outing with my cousin. She took me downtown into Baltimore City to the American Visionary Arts Museum. There is so much to share but today, I will take you on a…
Sunny Spot in Churchville
Today, I'm going to continue on the same thread as the last post about a community of people we used to hold so near and dear to our hearts - the farmers. One of the reasons I've enjoyed returning to…
“Eyes Wide Open!”
Ahhhh, the power of live music! Some of the stories we've loved best over the generations have been delivered by way of song. Last weekend, I smiled as wide as a big ole slice of sweet summer watermelon as I…
Invitation to Creativity
Join me in the last post about my visit to Bozeman, Montana. If you missed the previous posts, head on over to AllThingsFulfilling.com and read Valuing the Future and Sharing Art with Children. Now, lets be honest! When was the…
America’s Respair Basket
The previous posts on June 24 and June 28th were good segways into today's post where we will be sharing words of a few other bloggers. The first is called The Respair Basket. It's interesting learning from others about what…
Preserving Crafts Heritage
Hello! Welcome back, glad you returned to our special feature today putting the spotlight on Deer Creek Basketry Guild. I encountered a few of their 80-some members at the Stepping Stone Museum and had a delightful time chatting with them…
Crafting an Art Filled Life
About ten days ago I went to an Arts & Wine Event at Stepping Stone Museum. Supporting local arts is important to me, so I pay attention to what is on the art calendar for opportunities to get out and…
Art And Wellness
Have you seen the recent broadcast of the special PBS production of The Arts Interrupted? If you are someone who is fulfilled by the arts or has begun a new journey in coming to understand the value of art for…
Creative Blessings
Where the spirit does not work with the hand there is no art. — Leonardo da Vinci Over Mother's Day Weekend there was a wonderful Flower Sale at the United Methodist Church I attend in town. I made a purchase…