Re-invention...

Re-invention, some days that word excites me, some days it makes me anxious. I'm a mom. I was a Production Manager in my past life. I'll always be "mom", but the role has changed dramatically. My teens don't need me like they use to, but they still need me around. Really, mostly, in the background! So I spend my time creating: painting watercolors, taking photos, making jewelry, trying a little mixed-media, cooking and decorating my home for the changing seasons. I love collecting items for future creations, whatever they may be; sometimes it's fabric, ribbon, old jewelry, a bargain at one of my favorite stores. (I love a bargain.)

"OLD ME"-view from my old office...

"NOW"-Beautiful family hike.

"Third Child"

Spring decorating

Making jewelry

Watercolor

So, back to re-invention. Who am I now? What do I want to be? How do I get there? Who else is going through this?  It's  tricky. I often say, "One day at a time" and have always believed that "Life's an adventure".  Right now, it feels like I'm on a roller coaster! I love roller coasters, but always feel a bit apprehensive before the ride begins!

A Stroll in Boston...

Forms of Creativity

Creativity comes in many forms! I believe that everyone is creative in their own way. Everyday I work on something, a watercolor, an accessory, a cake! The other day my daughter's French teacher asked the students to bring in some type of French food. This is what my daughter and I created in our kitchen. Luckily, there was a piece left! What a treat!

Creating

Some days I wake up feeling creative! Some days, it doesn't happen. On those days I step into my workspace and start perusing my materials: colorful fabrics and beads, photos, paints, glitter and ribbon, to list a few. Sometimes a jolt of color gets me going, but truth be told, there are days when I waste time doing mom things and before you know it, the day is over! Last night I did feel inspired and began to create a few accessories. Step inside my workspace.

What inspires me...