I have been e-mailing with Yaz of Just a Plane Ride Away. She is an American who is living with her family in England. I was blog hopping and just came upon her blog. Reading her blog brought back so many memories of living in Europe so long ago. It has been fun "talking" to her.
Blogging is so amazing. There are so many people I have come into contact with that I would never have known otherwise.
Recently I received this little letter packet from Priya who lives in India. She sent a handmade card and some Indian temporary tattoos that she said work great on paper. So kind.
I have reconnected with many old friends and even distant family. It is always a surprise to hear that someone I know reads my blog and even more surprising that people I don't know have linked me to their blogs. Namesake Ginny reads my blog so let's all wish her a happy 11th birthday today.
I was messing around with my art supplies and some embellishment stuff I had made awhile back. The little wall piece above started as an old piece of vintage molding.
Then there is this old journal page I did before we moved here wondering if the move was a good decision. I said on my page that I would only know with hindsight. Well, looking back, I can say that it was a good decision. Oh, oh. I hope I haven't put a jinx on myself.
Clipped to this loose journal page was a bit of paper that I had written down something my mother-in-law said. Awhile back, she was in the hospital and we were not happy with her being there so John's siblings and spouses (us included) scheduled "Mom" duty around the clock so she wouldn't wake up and be alone. One day while I was on duty, she awoke and said to me "I have been gathering memories from the clouds and shrouds of my yesteryears". Isn't that poetic?
I love your journal. I like the yellow lines underneath your words... and it looks like you enjoyed playing with the "E"...
Your mother in laws comments are certainly poetic and definitely worth writing down and remembering.
Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Dot McQuade | Monday, 18 August 2008 at 11:14 PM
Priya..that name sounds familiar..I think she has had work published a few times! Look at those super cool tatoos!
I am a "linker", I originally found you on Tim Holtz blog. I figured it had to be good, if it was on his blog...and I was right. I love reading your blog!!
I think that is a wonderful quote...it should become a famous one if you ask me!!
Posted by: Kimberly | Monday, 18 August 2008 at 11:21 PM
Ginny, it's been nice "talking" to you too! I'm so glad you stopped by to say hello because now I can come read what you're up too as well :-)
Happy 11th Birthday, Ginny, may you have a magical year full of exciting adventures!
Posted by: Just a Plane Ride Away | Tuesday, 19 August 2008 at 04:24 AM
Happy Birthday Ginny - I loved being 11, and I hope you do too!
Posted by: Rachel Greig | Tuesday, 19 August 2008 at 11:39 PM
I couldn't agree more. Blogging has certainly made available ample latitude to connect with others sharing our interest. Truly a community.
Posted by: Anil | Wednesday, 20 August 2008 at 01:00 PM
Hi Ginny,
So glad to know that you liked the tattoos. I am ogling your studio pics right now. Who wouldnt love to create in such a calm atmosphere. I enjoy visiting your blog though I dont leave comments often. Thanks for sharing your life with us.
Posted by: Priya | Wednesday, 20 August 2008 at 01:42 PM
Little Ginny: hope you have a fun 11th birthday!
Big Ginny: it's been great getting to "know" you too (i'm a linker as well).
i love that wall art thingy!
Posted by: NotSoccer Mom | Wednesday, 20 August 2008 at 06:26 PM
Couldn't agree with you more about the world of blogging!
Posted by: Seth | Tuesday, 26 August 2008 at 10:29 PM