Still, in a way..

Digital Journal Page 13

I took this photo almost a year ago and have been waiting for the right inspiration to strike. For more digital journal pages click on the 'journal' label below.

xoxo~

Abbie

Digital Journal Page 12

It has been awhile since I created a journal page. This one is in regard to having another child. After every child I have had thus far, I have said, quite emphatically, 'this is my last!'. Again, my maternal clock is shifting into over drive. As my daughters get older and closer to going to school, I am struggling with what do with myself. Should I go back to school? Volunteer? Start a business? As I really have no clue and almost daily, it seems, my ideas and dreams change, there is one thing I know, I am a mother. A good mother. It is something I can't quit and will never regret doing. The one job I have always been on time for and the one I will never regret devoting my life to. So, perhaps, I'll have another. Someday. No, I am not pregnant. :)

Damn it. Spring better get here soon, cause I really think I'm starting to loose my mind.. another kid??? What am I thinking???

We are getting more snow today.. more!

Fragile threads.

I love old spools of thread. Wooden spools that hold fragile strings, those that snap quickly if pulled to hard.

Fragile threads that have served their purpose, held together delicate linens and silks. Even before the time of bright hues, there were threads. Full of function and practicality.

Fashion empires have been built on such a tiny structure; on such a fine line.

Friendships have been bound by them. Quilts for newly weds and newborns have been stitched together. Holes patched, and hearts healed by a single thread.

Fine lace, intricate patterns have been painstakingly created by such a simple device.

I love unwinding an old spool, slowly removing the signs of age to reveal the original, crisp hue. That is the one I use. I use it in my embroidery. The antique threads that show their age and if pulled too hard, snap.

Hiding from the winter cold.

Can you find me?

I am hiding from the winter cold, the frost's bite and the wind's fury.
Tucked beneath leaves, where the moisture lies.

Really, I do not have a green thumb, but at times my entire being is green. Green with envy of those who are warm and saturated with nature's moist touch.

I hide myself inside the comfort of tiny blooms and leaves.

Blend in, where perhaps I will be forgotten; left to my musings.
So I can ponder and dream of sodden fields, flower buds and things with wings.

The first image is obvious, but there is someone peeking at you from every image. Did you find them all?

xoxo~

Abbie

Mind Wide Open Entry

The last time I participated in Mind Wide Open I strayed from my digital work and wasn't overly happy with the results. This time, I stayed true to my current path and am very pleased with how it came out. The other two images are of my grandmother at various points in her life. Not having a childhood image of her, it seemed fitting to use the one provided by Gail. The dates I used on the left are approximate and it starts at the beginning. A very good place to start.

Thank you Gail for hosting! I can't wait to see what everyone else comes up with!

I forgot to mention, Go Vote For Your Favorite once they are posted on Monday!! You still have a day to enter if you'd like!

xoxo~
Abbie

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New Journal Page

A new journal page. To see the others, click the 'journal' label below. I have been playing on facebook.com quite a bit right now. It is fun, a little strange connecting with those I haven't seen or talked to in a long while, but nice; familiar. You can still enter below to win the paper doll. It will be done at some point, but I have lost my steam. Need to go and check in with Kathryn, and glean some inspiration.

Tricky devils..

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