Category Archives: musings

Promised Too Much

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Carolyn

Been a bit stressed lately. Ever felt that way?   I promised more than I was able to do- I wanted to be superwoman, but I’m not.  I am a regular human. I have to see this through so I … Continue reading →

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Studios by Cloth Paper Scissors

Posted on May 20, 2012 by Carolyn

I am a bit biased but page 120 is my favorite in the summer 2012 issue of Studios. Why? Because it is my studio! But I have a confession- I must unburden my soul to all my friends from  Creative … Continue reading →

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A Lesson About Fear

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Carolyn

Once again, I learn a valuable lesson from my kids- on vacation no less!  My oldest daughter has had a fear of fish for quite some time.  Whenever we were vacationing at the ocean she was so preoccupied with the … Continue reading →

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Fortune Cookies

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Carolyn

What would you think if you cracked open a fortune cookie and read this?  It is like the universe has sent me a message to go cause some trouble!  Now I know I need to find another art retreat to … Continue reading →

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Starting to Let Go of Perfect

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Carolyn

My eldest daughter asked me if this old journal was mine & if I wanted it back.  I totally recognized it.  It had been a half birthday gift from my mother.   She’s been gone a long time, but she manages … Continue reading →

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Cooking Up A Date Night

Posted on January 22, 2012 by Carolyn

I want to learn to cook – really cook food with flavor, fresh ingredients, and enjoy the process.  I have gone to some demonstration classes in the past and it helped, but I was still  a mediocre cook.  It could … Continue reading →

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What If My Dog Had An Inner Critic?

Posted on January 8, 2012 by Carolyn

I was tossing sticks for my dog to fetch when I realized I want to be like him.  Not furry and not 4 legged, but his attitude. I tossed branches after a wind storm, he chased and chewed. I tossed … Continue reading →

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