Star Mandala Pattern

Here is the cool new star mandala pattern for my pattern book. There's a red star that we fused to the white glass. It turned out well, the second time. The first one cracked and the star part turned orange when fired...oops, wrong glass!

I have only two more patterns to turn into windows and the book will be ready for the next step. It's been an interesting journey to get it all together. I have learned alot about symbols and their meanings. I hope there is someone out there who finds it worth reading.

Art Is Great In All Weather!

David and I had a piece in an art show at BYU. My friend Kathryn Allen let me wear her fur coat to the opening. Pretty nice huh? It has been fun to meet new people and hob nob with artists. I don't mind the thought of having to look for a job to supplement our window business if we get to continue in some way. Then when things pick up we will still have our foot in the door. And things will pick up. I have been making some jewelry that is colorful and whimsical. It reminds me of optimism and hope. Failure is only if we give up and I'm not ready to give up.

February Light Snow

Just a light snow this time. I leave for Yoga class in the mornings and find beauty in the falling snow. The seat heaters in the car are surely appreciated. This week has been a milestone because Katherine and Scott are officially engaged. It is an exciting time. They are taking marriage classes and temple preparation classes. It's great to see them preparing themselves.

Wedding Plans Mean Quilting!

Here is the quilt I am making for Camille. It's a Queen Size quilt and we had to move furniture around to get it to fit in our living room. Camille is getting married April 2 in Las Vegas and maybe a trip to Napa Valley. I hope she likes it.

I am also planning for Katherine's wedding May 29th in the Draper Temple with a reception on May 30. So far I don't know where the reception will be, still looking. It's a pretty exciting time.

Enjoying Family!

This morning I was able to attend Landon's soccer game. They tied 3 to 3 and it was an exciting game. I loved being able to holler "Go Landon".

I helped watch Sarah's little ones last night (Katherine did a great job!) and we watched SpiderMan. It doesn't matter what we do it just means so much to me to spend time with them. Families are great and I am thankful to be a part of the lives of mine.

Out and about with the family

Youth conference was great for us because we congregated at Gomm Ranch in Star Valley. The youth had a blast and we got to visit with Grandma and Grandpa. It was an enjoyable trip and like a vacation for us. It was Katherine's last year to attend YC so being in the beautiful mountains with family made it even more memorable. The times we spend together become precious when we appreciate the everyday moments.

We're already there

There are so many things I would like to do. I am impressed by the wonderful things you are doing and you inspire me.

Christy, training for a race that will help people is very noble. I will donate soon.

Troy and Amanda you are making memories by your travels and Amanda, your writing is worthy of publication.

Lynette,our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through your experiences with such bravery. I sometimes think I would like to have more, be more and do more but in reality I have everything I need because of the people I know and the love I feel from the Lord. I'm blessed to be able to build windows with David that express our creativity and bring joy to the people we build for. Thanks for your blogs so we can share each other's lives.