Notes from the studio —

focused on art, observation, and creative practice.

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Chaos, Christmas and ISO Support Group

There have been a few moments when panic set in, when I realized I’m pushing myself harder than I needed. I loved it though. I smile every time I got a notification. Mentally did a happy dance. However, I still need a support group.

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What’s in store for 2024?

Don’t Blink. It’s 2024. Do you look to the future? Do you contemplate the past? Are you ready? Will you make it your year? Will you try something new? Adventure somewhere far? Get married? Get Divorced? Have a kid? What’s in store for 2024?

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Tis the season

Are you ready? I’m not. Not even close. December has quickly turned into, oh crap…I’m doing a lot. It’s exciting, but whew, the checklist of challenges, new ways to increase business, developing product for both Etsy and craft shows and events—it’s intense.

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The worst and best week.

It’s possible to love and hate a holiday, right? I’ve never been a fan of the day after Thanksgiving aka Black Friday. What do you do? Are you an early riser or an online shopper? Are you like me and ignore it?

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I got the dreaded letter.

It’s a random day, you get the mail and as you begin to sort through the endless junk mail…there it is…Jury Summons. The heart feels like it’s dropped to your gut and you quickly open to figure out which week has to be dipped in chaos. Lots of words run through your mind. The first thought, how can I get out of it?

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