I haven't posted much about it, but this has been a very interesting journey called Advent. It's difficult to write about experiences that are extremely personal, not because I don't want to share them, but rather because it is difficult to find words that fit.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Traveling Bags
Every woman knows the importance of the 'perfect' purse. In fact, my seven year old grandaughter knows a purse with character when she sees it! As we travel through life we want to 'be prepared' for whatever the day brings and it often hinges on your handbag!
I have been designing the 'perfect for me' traveling bag. Pickpocket unfriendly, cross body, hands free, and easy access to the things I need. It is an odd looking bag maybe, but I adore it. I have made at least a half dozen at this point (a year or so) and each one is just a little bit different as I tweak the design as I go along. The interesting thing (to me, at least) is the comments I get from others. You either love it or hate it! People who are function oriented, seem to love it. And those that travel a lot know the benefits of it as soon as they see it. Also, young people who love the 'messenger bag' styling like it a lot.
So, what does your handbag say about you? Here's a fun little quiz.HERE
Have fun!
I have been designing the 'perfect for me' traveling bag. Pickpocket unfriendly, cross body, hands free, and easy access to the things I need. It is an odd looking bag maybe, but I adore it. I have made at least a half dozen at this point (a year or so) and each one is just a little bit different as I tweak the design as I go along. The interesting thing (to me, at least) is the comments I get from others. You either love it or hate it! People who are function oriented, seem to love it. And those that travel a lot know the benefits of it as soon as they see it. Also, young people who love the 'messenger bag' styling like it a lot.
So, what does your handbag say about you? Here's a fun little quiz.HERE
Have fun!
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Gift Giving
I just wrote out an entire post on this topic and my app failed... ugh. So, now I have to try to rethink it!
I love giving GOOD gifts. But finding a gift that is good and appropriate is sometimes so complicated! In my original post I was thinking about how jaded I can become over the entire concept of gift giving, especially do to the endless spew of advertising! Diamonds, cars, ... seriously?
I have a grandchild to give a gift to. I know that her other grandmothers will be buying her great gifts. I don't know what the child has or doesn't have. Gift giving challenge. I don't want to try to "out buy" anyone over this. So, I have had to rethink my gift "standards".
Being a somewhat crafty person, I decided that I need to give gifts that reflect my love for the recipient somehow. God created this model with His Christmas gift. Emmanuel - God with us.
My prayer this morning is that my gifts will somehow reflect not only MY love for others, but also GOD'S LOVE. I thank God that His love doesn't involve money!
I love giving GOOD gifts. But finding a gift that is good and appropriate is sometimes so complicated! In my original post I was thinking about how jaded I can become over the entire concept of gift giving, especially do to the endless spew of advertising! Diamonds, cars, ... seriously?
I have a grandchild to give a gift to. I know that her other grandmothers will be buying her great gifts. I don't know what the child has or doesn't have. Gift giving challenge. I don't want to try to "out buy" anyone over this. So, I have had to rethink my gift "standards".
Being a somewhat crafty person, I decided that I need to give gifts that reflect my love for the recipient somehow. God created this model with His Christmas gift. Emmanuel - God with us.
My prayer this morning is that my gifts will somehow reflect not only MY love for others, but also GOD'S LOVE. I thank God that His love doesn't involve money!
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