A meditation on how the Holidays as we know and celebrate them, were once considered Holy Days. The importance of tuning out the commercial ideal; and discovering for ourselves what this time of thanks and joy mean for us as individuals.
Remembering those friends and family now passed. And so… we celebrate All Saint’s Day and the Celtic Samhuinn. For one short space of time they walk with us yet again – in memory. Thoughts of their loving presence lighten our hearts as the year darkens into winter… and there is comfort to be had in this.
Sharing the artist’s reasoning for making a quilt of the ancient historical Abbey at Arbroath. How does a quilter choose a topic and design? And why this particular one? Read on to find out the answers.
Take the ‘best of here and now’, wrote poet J.G. Whittier. Reflecting how our lives are like a tapestry. The changing seasons weaving a a colorful design, showing the pattern of our lives for all to see and share.
Wordsworth wrote, “The world is too much with us.” As Autumn with its colorful foliage dots the landscape, we are reminded that it’s okay to take a step back from the hectic pace of life, the better to refresh our hearts and souls.
A Quilt Corner Tale… the story behind the design and stitching of the Four Evangelists. Based on the illuminated Celtic manuscript of the Lindisfarne Gospels. Follow along, step-by-step as the artist takes you behind the how, and reasoning behind the making of this striking and unusual quilt.
August is the height of summer. Yet in nature it is the beginning of autumn… Lammas-tide. The harvests are being brought in, as we prepare for winter’s cold. This is a crossroads in time – space between the seasons. Jeremiah 6:16 reminds us to stand at this crossroads and look for the good way. It is there we discover God’s presence… regardless of season..
The pandemic changed how we live, as well as how we see the world today. We navigate choppy waters and find our way through contrary winds. But God does not leave us comfortless. Peter Marshall wrote how diamonds are made under pressure, and that great blessings can come out of difficulties. A hopeful and encouraging piece of reflection.
A Quilt Corner Tale… telling the story behind the design and stitching of the High Cross in the kirkyard of Kildalton Abbey. One of the oldest and most historical treasures of its kind. It depicts some of the beautiful surrounding scenery on the Isle of Mull. And is framed within a border that showcases a variety of wildflowers from all over Scotland. Just a gorgeous and very unique piece of work.
The Oak tree symbolizes the season of mid-summer. It is a tree of strength, wisdom and courage…. an inspiration. For this is a time when all nature awakens to the beauty of life around us. Nature is bursting with new growth… blossoms and blooms. Infusing our spirits with hope and promise. Allow it to fill you with inspiration, and revel in the joy of an abundant life!!
We are always seeing to the needs of others. But what of our needs. Where do you go when the well runs dry? It is important to give ourselves consideration. Jesus spoke about “springs of living waters,” that renew our spirit and replenish the soul. It is ours for the asking if we listen to our hearts. A well where the waters never run dry… and we will never thirst. Allow yourself this gift from the Father.
An inspirational poem based on the beautiful 23rd Psalm. Serving as a reminder that God’s love and presence is always there to comfort and sustain.
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?