Sunday, April 27, 2008

Sunday, April 27, 2008


I talked to my friend, Walter, from my college days, today. It was nice talking to him. He always makes me smile especially when he begins the conversation with "Julie, Julie, Julie, do you love me.....A Monkee's song, I think! It's been so long I don't remember but I do remember him singing it in the library at UM-Dearborn when everyone was quietly studying! That reminds me of Sanders bumpy cake which Jane, Charlene, Walter, and I would purchase at A&P and split four ways when we weren't studying! Yum!!!!! The good old days.....

I worked on thank you cards for the Yes Foundation volunteers that have helped our 1st graders who are reluctant learners this year. Tuesday is the last day of tutoring and they have been extremely supportive and professional. Julie, Jocelyn, and I wanted to do something special for the eight tutors so Julie is potting flowers, Jocelyn is getting candy and gift bags, and I made cards.

Saturday, April 5, 2008

April 5, 2008

Wow! So much has happened since I last posted to my blog. In summary, winter and spring break have come and gone; Jimmy bought me a used kiln for my birthday; my best friend's mom, Joan Naster, passed away on Good Friday; a neighbor, Ed Camilleri, that was loved by many, passed away unexpectedly; I renewed my love of scrapbooking by attending my first all day crop; Georgia's Gift Gallery closed and Fifi's opened (I will still be making charms); I learned that Sierra, a golden retriever, is seriously ill; I turned 55 and I decided that I want to do more with my art. When your heart speaks, take good notes! Life is too short!

Today I entered my new favorite website with the art of Roben-marie Smith. Her blog which is connected with Paperbag Studios is wonderful! I just received two sheets of rubber stamps and I need more!

With spring comes new beginnings!