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Looking back at my fall art shows and ahead into 2014
After getting through a long hectic show schedule, I had many questions to ask myself. First of all, how did I do at these shows? Were they profitable? Were they worth all the work involved? Did I make money? Did I ENJOY doing them? How did I feel afterwards, and 3 days afterwards? And guess what? I was not happy with my answers to these questions. This fall season was not as good (financially) as last year's. I felt that people didn't want to spend money, or were very cautious about their spending. (I think the economic crush had finally set in.) Long, hot days, the travel, expense, just not worth it at some events. I felt like my health, and mental well being were not at their best. It was especially hard since I started working a regular job Monday-Friday. It takes a toll. Not to mention on your private life too. So I ended up asking myself, just what things are really important to me? You might want to ask yourself this question and you might be suprised b...
Doing the Right Thing~Scott B. Rae~ A book review
Making moral choices in a world full of options. This book based on ethics discusses morals, values, virtues, and tries to define each, by using examples in world history, medicine, and politics. The author, who is Dean and Professor of Christian ethics at a school of theology, quotes from many philosophers throughout world history and adds quotes from various bible references. Written very much in text book form, the author discusses: abortion, stem cell research, physician assisted suicide, corporate scandals, such as Enron, and others. This was not the type of book I thought it would be. I hated it. I was not expecting a collage level lecture on philosophy and ethics. I was looking for a little lighter read with biblical reference. This book was not only boring, but could be disturbing to some readers, especially in chapters where the author uses disturbing images of (crimes against infants) and I’m using a mild example here. Bottom line-good moral training starts in the h...
Friday features~ Etsy Treasuries
The last treasuries that I will post for 2013. Thanks to DouaMainiDibace , BajunaJewelry , and LittleGemsandMore for including my work in these wonderful treasuries. Enjoy!
BIG Christmas sale at Devine Designs Jewelry on Etsy
Still looking for that special gift? Waiting to get something nice for yourself? I'm having a big Christmas sale right now in my Etsy shop. Sterling coiled bracelet with Thai silver and lampwork beads Seaside charm bracelet Find more by browsing my SALE section. Happy Holidays!