Archive for March, 2008
It’s All in the Word
I’ve been thinking about the power of words and how our choices shape our lives. Do I see things as a challenge or a struggle? An opportunity or a chore? A promise or a threat? Writers choose their words just as a connoisseur of fine wine selects the correct vintage. Do […]
Published by fromskilledhands on March 24th, 2008 tagged Musings, Change, Words | 9 Comments »
My Town Monday: Take a Tour
Travis Erwin, the originator of My Town Monday, commented that he hoped to learn more about this little Village. Here you go, Travis—-with time to spare.
The Village of Peninsula, population 602, is an incredible example of what a community can to do preserve itself. Many of the buildings have been lovingly […]
Published by fromskilledhands on March 17th, 2008 tagged Discoveries, Peninsula, Cuyahoga Valley, My Town Monday | 9 Comments »
My Town Monday
Travis Ervin has a way of describing things. His blog, One Word, One Rung, One Day is always an adventure. Travis has instituted My Town Monday, in which he invites others to share their towns. I usually think about it late Tuesday evening or when I am too tired to link thoughts […]
Published by fromskilledhands on March 10th, 2008 tagged creativity, Discoveries, Peninsula, Cuyahoga Valley | 11 Comments »
Tis the Season?
Twenty two inches of snow and it is still snowing. We closed our studio/gallery early yesterday and stayed home today. We couldn’t have gone anywhere if we had wanted——safely. Roads were closed except for essential travel.
The silence is incredible; the snow plentiful and heavy, glistening in the light of the lamp […]
Published by fromskilledhands on March 8th, 2008 tagged Now, Musings, Discoveries, Snow | 11 Comments »
Heroes
Heroes come in all forms. With skilled hands, and kind and open hearts they live their lives in the best way they can.
Please look beyond the advertising to the real story. True heroes go about their lives changing the landscape, making a difference in the lives of all of us—–whether we […]