Who Will Be Like Me?

One of my little gals asked me the other day why she doesn't get to  help me get things ready to mail any more?  It took me awhile to decipher what she was asking.  She was referring to when I had two Etsy shops open!  

I was certainly surprised that she remember that.  The shelves have been empty now for sometime and I've taken the links off of my blog some time ago too.

I don't believe I'll ever sell vintage items online again, but who knows?  I do hope though to re-open at some point my shop selling photographs and hand made items or supplies for such.

I had sold some Through the Viewfinder Photographs through my shop and at local shows too. 

Here is an article about TTV Photos if you aren't familiar with them.

 These two photos have been on my mind today.

So much comparing one can do when you think you are falling short.

This prayer comes to mind:

"Lord, please bless me today just the way I am. I ask for the grace to see myself through your eyes."

Happy Monday!

Happy Valentine's Day!!

Another Through the Viewfinder Photo. If you have blog time today check out Lesley's blog here. She's hosting a big blog Valentine's Day Party. Giveaways and fun!! There are about 40 blogs participating so go check them out, have fun, and WIN! (I like Giveaways!!-I will have one soon too!!)

What A Difference A Day Makes

My little gals were playing dress up and came outside with me yesterday while I was taking pictures.




These are Through the Viewfinder photographs. Photos shot with my camera through the viewfinder of a vintage Kodak Duaflex II camera. I just love the aged quality it gives them!! All the little flecks and debris just add character don't you think?



This is today. No school--6" of snow and still falling. The little gals did not follow me outside today!



I bought this iron bed at the auction this past Sun. It is the most beautiful bluish green (teal?) color. I set it up for pictures and inspiration. I wasn't thinking about snow then!
I'll be selling Through the Viewfinder (or TtV) photos at the Art Festival in Wayne. You can learn more about this technique for pictures here. I am seriously hooked on TtV!

You Are Invited!!

What: Mid Winter Arts Festival

When: Sunday, March 1, 11am-4pm

Where: Wayne Armory, Wayne Nebraska

There will be:

41 Booths From Area Artists

And:

Food

Music

Kids' Art Activities

Magicians

Door Prizes.

Silent Auction

Here's the crazy part--I will have a booth there!! I started shooting Through the Viewfinder Photographs and will sell some of those along with other items made from my vintage collection.

Monday was quite a day--it was my birthday first off. I'm another day older. Yeah!! Seriously, I'm happy about that! (mostly seriously) My Mom and SIL called and surprised me that they were coming to take me and the little gals out to lunch. Then I was surprised by a trip to the ER with my youngest little gal. (she's much better now) So--- lunch at home, but that led to another big surprise. Encouragement from my SIL to go to the Wayne Art Festival with a booth---and there you have it. I'm going. If you're in the area; I hope you stop in!!