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Marie Roberts Monville, tells the story of her life before and after the Amish schoolhouse shooting. She was the wife of the shooter who took the lives of 5 young girls and then his own on one tragic day, October 2, 2006. There were no noticeable signs, or predictions, just a phone call from her husband that morning before the shootings. Marie is left to deal with the aftermath of this destruction of lives and families- widowed with 3 of her own children. How she survives, is a true gift from God through faith, redemption and love. I don’t know exactly what I expected to find by reading this book. Maybe looking for answers; asking why?, but this is not about what her husband did, it is HER story. And I, at first couldn’t believe all the miracles and blessings Marie received from God. I was amazed at how forgiving and caring the Amish families (who lost loved ones) were towards Marie and her children. I was astounded by the amount of support from strangers Marie and her childr...

My newest jewelry available-just in case you missed it. Pearl stacking ring set Set of 3 stacking rings Pod ring set Set of 5 pearl stacking rings Copper cuff with crysoprase Crysoprase earrings It's the most wonderful time of the year! Don't you agree?

Just one treasury to feature this week. Thank you to Terra of Hippie Child Terra for featuring my green anklet in this lampwork bead treasury. New selection of post earrings from me. Enjoy and remember to share the love!

TLC's "What not to wear" has been a favorite show of mine since day one. I love fashion and make-up, and do believe in looking your best that you can. I especially believe that if you are doing shows, selling your products, etc. that you should put on a nice, professional appearance if you want to be taken seriously. I've noticed more that once at arts and crafts shows, how some sellers dress, as if they were just about to clean their houses or wash the car. I just finished reading Stacy London's book, "The truth about style". And as she says in the book, it's not about the clothes, but what they can do for you. The book features women from all walks of life who could benefit from a style makeover. For example: a breast cancer survivor, a mom with many kids and no time for herself, a divorced older woman, and more. I highly recommend this one. A makeover can truly change your life, whether you're looking for a new job, new relationship...

Another show done and over, and I'm here to report. This year at this event was not as good as last year. My first complaint was that the promoter was not well organized. So, I'm by myself, having to put up a tent, weights and all- now with the farmer's market also going on I tried to arrive really early to allow myself enough time to prepare. I arrived pre-dawn, had a hard time finding anyone working for the show to check in with, then finally found the promoter, who proceeded in moving me 3 times-3 diferent locations! First booth spot, someone already was setting up, second one, had a tent already in it, so finally, she gave me someone else's spot. Now they are a big organization and have been doing shows for over 20 years. Oh, really? I was not impressed. Stressed is more like it. Now I couldn't believe how the downtown homeless population has grown. There were many, at least 20 I could say, that were walking around, sitting down on curbs across from o...

This is where you'll find me this weekend. Saturday and Sunday, Oct 19th-20th. This is a great fall art show. There are unique shops and restaurants located along Main Street. Come on out and make a day of it. For more details about the show, go here . There is also a farmer's market Saturday morning starting at 7:00 am, located at Lemon St. and Main St. More info here . The street will be lined with various artists and crafts people. I will have lots of new jewelry including rings and new post style earrings. Let's go shopping!

Three treasuries I will feature today that I have been featured in. See if you can find my jewelry! First, thanks to Christina of Franny and Franky for this lovely nature-filled treasury. Next, thanks to Amanda of A Silver Dream for this treasury: And thank you, Irene of flame kissed glass for this wonderfully colorful treasury: Now go have some fun browsing and shopping; lots of great gift ideas here! Share the love!