A quilted rendition of the archetypical Tree of Life. This reflects the artist’s Celtic heritage. It includes both the Ogham and Runic Alphabets. The Green Man is also depicted. The piece is scattered with various forms of wildlife for added interest and effect.
Giving thanks for little, everyday things can lift our spirits and offer a sense of joy. This joy comes from within us, and cannot be taken away… no matter how troubled the world around us may be. For it is a gift of God.
All Saint’s Day and the Celtic Samhuinn tradition are when we take time out from our busy lives and remember loved ones now gone. A reflection on both the difficulty – and the wisdom – of letting go. Filling the void of grief is a challenge, but… there is comfort for those who mourn. And also – encouragement.
Meditation on togetherness. How nature promotes harmony and balance. This is especially evident come Autumn when the leaves turn color. We too can work and live in harmony and balance. How important and beneficial togetherness can be.
How the fractured landscape quilt Suilven was created. A unique rock formation in the northwest of Scotland. The author gives step-by step detail complete with photographs, and ties it to healing from the passing of her father. A fascinating insight into the nature of grief and how to heal from loss.
Feeling overwhelmed by life and current events? This meditation on the words of the Apostle Paul focuses the mind on the good and positive. Uplifting both heart and spirit towards better times. Whatsoever is true and pleasing… admirable. Think of these and the Peace of God will be with you.
Commentary on the Summer Solstice of June 21st. How yearning for good, striving after the positives of life can make a difference. Within yearning lies the power to change things for the better.
A quilt based on the nature of ancient Celtic lore. It features a variety of commonplace trees and plants. Each of which have their own place in Celtic and Druidic traditions. An enlightening glimpse into a world long forgotten.
Memorial Day poem written near Forli, Italy in April 1944 when the author served with the 8th British Commander Brigade. It asks us not to forget those who serve and made the ultimate sacrifice.
A mother’s wish and prayer for her newborn daughter. Written in honour of Mother’s Day. A beautiful, sentimental piece of poetry.
The willow tree, symbol of the 7th month in the Ogham calendar. April or Saille. It is a time ripe with hope, blossoming into flower. Inspiring us to reach out and fill our lives with light.
An Easter message offering assurance of God’s Presence. Bonhoeffer preaches we live our lives at the foot of the Cross. Therefore within the embrace of Christ, thru difficult and challenging times. Never alone, always with Him by our side.
Join the journey as I write my own
“How-to”
Sharing random thoughts and musings on spirituality, faith and friendship…
the questions of life, the challenges… and yes, even the frustrations…
sprinkled with a dash of hope
and encouragement.
Words and quilts express it best
filling my journal with colour.
So… how do you ‘muse your life?