by Mary Elizabeth | Mar 25, 2021 | Inspiration, Textile Art
As a textile artist who is always exploring new techniques and materials, I have become increasingly interest in stories of the history of textile and its components. Perhaps it is because of that growing interest that recently two articles on fabric restoration and...
by Mary Elizabeth | Mar 15, 2021 | Finding your Audience
Who is your audience? There are two possible audiences for your stories – you and others. The motivations for reaching either of these audiences might vary greatly and probably blend together. Do you know why you feel compelled to share your story?...
by Mary Elizabeth | Mar 6, 2021 | Take Action
A Double-Edged Sword Online connections can help us strengthen social relationships, develop new skills, and learn about exciting opportunities and fun meetings. On the other hand, it can also help us waste an enormous amount of time, get caught in negative exchanges...
by Mary Elizabeth | Feb 26, 2021 | Nature
Full moons have long inspired tales of mystery and change. It evokes thoughts of werewolves, intrigue and general craziness.The spectacular moonrise tonight had us trying to remember the name of the full moon in February. The moon will actually reach its full peak in...
by Mary Elizabeth | Feb 14, 2021 | Fun
Happy Valentine’s Day! A day devoted to love and letting people know that you care. Where do you stand on the day of hearts and flowers? Do you get giddy over the romance in the air, the sound of all those cheesy love songs and the chance for a special night on...
by Mary Elizabeth | Jan 28, 2021 | Finding your Audience, Telling YOUR Stories
Best platform(s) for your message Th best platforms for you or your business depends on many things. To decide what is right for you, you first need to decide on your message and your audience. All of the popular networks have advantages and disadvantages...
by Mary Elizabeth | Jan 17, 2021 | Photography
I had a surprise visitor in my yard yesterday evening. I’m lucky to have lots of wildlife show up outside my window but the deer don’t usually get this close. The lingering snow this year has them wandering outside their usual zones to find tasty...
by Mary Elizabeth | Jan 1, 2021 | Fresh Start, Take Action
Happy New Year Events of 2020 have been frequently described as ‘unprecedented’ and it has certainly been a stressful year for everyone. Pandemic anxiety, social distancing, quarantine, lock downs, climbing COVID-19 case numbers and constant change with...
by Mary Elizabeth | Dec 9, 2020 | Inspiration
Make a Fresh Start Every day offers a fresh start, a new beginning, a clean slate. It is a welcoming thought especially is when today is not going too well. Sometimes on a difficult day, the temptation is to think “Tomorrow is a new day. I just have to get...
by Mary Elizabeth | Nov 5, 2020 | Fresh Start, Telling YOUR Stories
On a previous post, Preparing to ‘let it go’, I wrote about approaches to get a realistic assessment of a situation in preparation to let go of lasting regrets or self-recriminations. Easier said than done If I express regrets, friends often advise me to...
