Whoa. Things are suddenly moving very fast. Mom’s apartment became available so I started looking for a place. I posted on Facebook what I was looking for and found the PERFECT place in an hour. Now that’s what I call manifesting!!!
I’ll be moving in three weeks. One friend is donating boxes and supplies, three more coming to help pack. Thank goodness a lot of stuff is packed already as it’s been in storage for 5 years. Holy Crap. 5 years!
I have a fairly large collection of Tarot decks. I find the art gorgeous and honestly, it’s a huge inspiration for me. When in between projects the decks are my go to. And not just artistically.
This deck was created by a local gal in the Bellingham area. Not only is her artwork incredible but her insight and intuitive take on the cards is beautiful and nurturing.
Many of you will like these cards but for those on a healing journey you will like it especially.
After 2 days of pretty solid work (left hand is wondering what got into me), I’ve got a top that makes me happy. Sanded the work and then went over the dark areas a second time. Super nice depth this way.
Now working on translating what’s in my head to the sides. Since this is Samhain and my style is whimsical I’m trying for blend but it feels a little like trying to blend Pee Wee Herman with Papa Legba… Here is an image of my inspiration.
P.S. good news, the crutches aren’t as risky as thought. Whew! Now I can relax a bit.
Yup. Fell down went boom.
You’d think I had enough on my plate but noooo. The week I start radiation I fall and sprain my ankle but good. Crutches need to be used but for as short a period as possible My underarms are still damaged from surgery and the crutches can cause lymphedema if I’m not careful and the friction can damage my skin as we head into week two of rads. because as much as I need them I hate them. Mostly I really hate being dependent on anyone any longer…
I’ve got some new works in progress. Got this box colored and the sides complete. I don’t understand the flowers at all but I’m guessing they understand themselves just fine.
This is for a coffin box that I hope I get done before Samhain. Inspired by a piece by Sheila Rayyan at Motherspoon I hope she’s flattered as this piece will stay in my possession. Sorry for the poor photo, I just can’t get around easy. Design in progress.
This one will be on a heart shaped piece for a wall plaque. Also a design in progress.
I’m healing well and once I’m more mobile I hope I’ll be more active here but it *is* hard to plan these things.
Blessings to you all as Mabon (equinox) approaches and fall fully descends. May your harvest be bountiful.
Tomorrow is my last chemo infusion. If I wasn’t so tired and medicated I’d jump for joy… but YAY!!!
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