Bye Bye my Pretties

Hello friends,

Happy Epiphany!

Sadie and I are off to take a metal welding class at Hammersong Farm.

We will be making a wind sculpture.

A BIG wind sculpture.

As in here's hoping we can fit it into the Subaru to haul it home.

We are taking steps to learn a new skill.

Perhaps another beginning?

It is good that I will be away for a day or two.

I won't feel the loss of my Christmas baubles so keenly.

I know I mentioned my issue with endings.

Each year these are the pieces I put away last...and miss the most...

They are the sparkly reminders of childhood wonder and I always feel a bit bereft when I pack them away. 

They were so pretty all gathered on the dining room table 

that I took a few shots before I tucked them in.

(Would it be weird to keep these photos in my wallet? Ha ha heehee, just kidding.)

Bye bye my pretties.

I will see you next Christmas.

I have been working on a winter mantel to tide me through January.

Just a glimpse here.

Carrie, do you recognize those thermos bottles? 

I get the best junk from you!

They are just the right touch for my cozy winter theme.

See you when we return filled with new knowledge and a little mother/daughter girl trip fun too.

I will content myself with the knowledge that the bright winter sun will provide enough sparkle to get us through 'til spring.

See you next week!

Let's begin, P.