Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Follow the Stream
"Be soft in your practice. Think of the method as a fine silvery stream, not a
raging waterfall. Follow the stream, have faith in its course. It will go its
own way, meandering here, trickling there. It will find the grooves, the cracks,
the crevices. Just follow it. Never let it out of your sight. It will take you"
....Sheng-yen.
While talking the other day with a friend, I was reminded of that quote. Our path is laid out before us. Each of us has a steam to follow. We may take different steps. We may wander along the waters edge longer at times then others. Never will we be asked to go into deeper waters then we can truly handle.
Follow your Stream!
Blessings!
Tracy(Cedara)Dunn
Monday, July 14, 2008
Purple Haze
Another view of the flowers on the fence line. The wild blueberries in the backgroun will be ready for picking within the next few weeks.
Flowers around the Yard
Flowers get planted on the white picket fence that separates a section of the front yard from the acres of wild blueberries we have growing.
These blooms looked so pretty on the day I was out snapping pics!
My Mom
Took this snapshot of my mom last month while walking around the yard with her. We had a bit of a hectic past weekend as she spent the night in the hospital.
We had gone up the valley to my Uncle's place for supper and to also meet up with Eric who was bringing some things down from the city that far.
While Dad and I traveled in his car to meet with Eric; Mom and Gramma traveled in their car and went right to my uncle's. When we finally arrived, Mom was looking not well. She was having pains in her abdomen and felt very sick to her stomach. She has had "knots" in her bowels before and said it felt like that was happening again. The closest hospital was just at the end of the street from where we all were....she was going!
They ran all kinds of tests and did a bunch of blood work on her. Not 100% sure what the problems was yet, they opted to keep her overnight. Dad drove my grandmother and I back home. My Aunt and Uncle kept us in the loop of what was going on thru calls during the evening.
My mother has had issues with her bowels before and we are always so nervous. She came within 2 hours of dying a few years ago when a section of her bowel burst and spread infection thru her body. It was a very scary time for us all. She ended up having a temporary colostomy while her body healed. That was reversed and we raced to panic mode as soon as she has any sort of pains now. So....she tends to fight the pain quietly till it becomes too much to hide from us.
She has had a stern talking to now! LOL She is home again and doing much much better. She is full of antibiotics and hopefully will be back on track very soon.
Thank you ALL who sent me messages, emails and called. xoxxoxox
The first yellow bloom
I had a rough start to my little container garden....we got hit by frost twice and I had to replant a few things. I went out a few weeks ago to the sight of this little lone yellow bloom!
The fun has now started!
I've named it..... SID
At the Theme Park on our list of rules/instructions to follow for the Artisan's House.....it says... "Watch out for the Chipmunks"
Hmmmm
The squirrels and chipmunks have become so used to people giving them little samples of whatever they might be snacking on in the park. We have benches in the back area of the house for folks to sit and rest awhile.
You will be inside sitting behind the counter and "hear" something in the hallway......yup...... its come inside to see if someone will feed it! It knows it really shouldn't be there as it sort of strains its little neck out to peek at you from the door frame. Ypou stomp your feet and he scurries back outside to the garden. Only to return again within the hour to peek at you and try again for a little morsal of whatever you are willing to share.
The other morning I arrived to the Artisans House for my shift. I unlock the doors and take my bags inside our little kitchen area. I then hang the signs out and write on the chalkboard todays message. I go back inside and am reading the messages from the days since I'd been in last.
FROM BEHIND ME.......I hear little feet scampering across the wood floor!!!
Sure enough.....a chipmunk has been inside the house all night long! The broom is in the room with him so I can't get him out that way. He is nervous to be inside that far! He is all over the place and I am trying my best not to scream or swear! LOL
I finally shake some papers at him and he races by me into the hallway. He notices the door is now open and scoots right into the awaiting gardens. I can then hear all sorts of chitter..... his family has been wondering where he spent the night! LOL
Thru the Glass
While wondering around the yard taking snapshots of whatever caught my fancy.....I heard a sound. Buttons Kitty was scratching on the glass trying to get my attention. Wondering how I managed to get outside without her I bet! heehee
I thought she looked so cute framed in the glass.
Wild Rose
The wild rose bush at the front window has grown so much over the years that it acts like a curtian. The roses no longer appear pink....they now all bloom in creams and whites.
Friday, July 11, 2008
Little Bit Rusty
Another of the newest primitive dolls that I've made for my display at Upper Clements. She sort of came to life slowly. I was moving some things around and found my jar of rusty nails. Hadn't done any dolls in awhile with a nail nose so gave her one. Which then lead to a rusty bell for an eye and the X for the other.
Her hair was a bit tricky as nothing I was laying down seemed to work. I then laid 2 different spun wools next to her and POOF.....she totally finished in my mind. I am so pleased with how she came out.
Her sweet doll pattern will ready very soon!
Blessings!
Tracy(cedara)Dunn
Sunkissed Gold
One of the newest primitive dolls that can be found at Upper Clements in my display. The spun wool was wonderful to work with and she makes me smile.
I am busy working on her doll pattern right now!
Blessings!
Tracy(Cedara)Dunn
L.K.Yarns INC
Something as simple as what is used for hair on a doll can make a world of difference in her final outcome.
I have found an incredible spot to purchase my doll hair! I had been ordering online and getting wonderful stuff but really wanted to find a place in Canada that I could do dealings with.
On a trip to Halifax, I had Eric drive me around to a few places that I had done some searching for. With my fingers crossed I really hoped that one would turn out wonderful.
L.K.Yarn Inc
The Hydrostone Market
5545 Young Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3K 1Z7
(902)431-9633
This shop is on the far end of the Hydrostone Market and looks so tiny when you first glance at the doorway and window display. A sheep and such are painted on the glass and I just wasn't sure what to expect when I walked thru the door.
Opening the door, I heard the chime ring and my heart skipped a few beats! The array of yarns and wool that is in this shop is sheer heaven!(ok so that was a bad pun!LOL) Walking around the shop and trying to take mental pictures of it all to relish later on....oh my! The colors are like none I have seen before. I had an armful of wools in no time at all! LOL Eric was laughing at me as I would spring forth to yet another nook and come up with another color and a smile from ear to ear. Doll ideas were floating up at me as I ran my fingers over spun wool hanging on hooks.
If you are in the Halifax area.... stop in and escape for awhile in their midst!
MAGICAL!
Blessings!
Tracy(Cedara)Dunn
Primitive Doll Display
When you arrive at Upper Clements Theme Park and come thru the main gate.....the big Blue House is right in front of you. You really can't miss it!
Walk thru the main door of the Blue House and my primitive doll display is in the very first room you come into. This wooden cupboard seemed the perfect display area for my dolls and creations. I am very pleased with how it all has come together. I enjoy sitting back at the counter and listening to the folks discover the display. Some people walk right by with not so much as a second glance. Others stop right in their tracks and start talking about the fabrics, the dolls hair, their expressions. I am very pleased to be taking part in this Blue House. Who knows what may come from it!
Blessings!
Tracy(cedara)Dunn
Upper Clements Theme Park ~ Nova Scotia
You can now find an array of "Thru the Attic Door" creations at Upper Clements Theme Park!!!
Was watching tv when the the phone rang. I didn't know I watched so much tv till all my stories start with me doing that! LOL
It was a lady that I didn't know and yet she'd heard of me and was calling to ask if I'd like to join them.
A group of crafters use this blue house at Upper Clements to showcase their handmade wares. They were looking to add some crafters to their mix and had been told about my primitive dolls.
I work there at the park one day a week and its been wonderful to have the "one on one" interaction with folks.
So if you are in the area....come check the Blue House out!
Blessings!
Tracy(Cedara)Dunn
Yoga ~ Finding the Balance
BUMP
BUMP
I feel like I have just been wandering around the last while bumping into unseen walls. The sensation of being off kilter is too much. Need to refocus and I find the best way for me to do that is thru YOGA.
A friend shared snapshots of herself doing different yoga poses in her kitchen (Thank you Mary Linda xox) and it was just the gentle nudge I needed.
My mat has been dusted off.
I was reminded that big studio space was not needed. Instructors are great but not a must have.
As simple as a spot on the kitchen floor was perfect.
I am now ready to.... bring back my Zen!
The Calmness of Water
My friend Tammy had this photo in a mix that she and her family had taken back at their camp. I just thought it was such an interesting snap.....wanted to share!
Pocketful of Sunshine
Pocketful of Sunshine~ Natasha Bedingfield
This song is being played all over the radio here and I've fallen for it. I had to get this album to here the whole thing.LOVING IT!
A few years ago I was watching tv and an ad came on. You know how we tend to zone most of them out as lets's face it.....they can be so lame and nothing special.Not many make me think I need to jump off the chair and race into town to spend my money on whatever they were pushing.
This one ad had such a catchy tune playing in the background....I went around singing it for days! I just loved it and went online to see what I could find out about the song/ songwriter.
That was my first introduction to Natasha Bedingfield's songs and music. The ad was using her song "Unwritten". I have been a huge fan ever since! When this newest album came to light.....I have been loving all of it.
Just the perfect sound to have floating thru my creative space!
Go treat yourself!
Grab yourself a "Pocketful of Sunshine" today!
Blessings!
Tracy(Cedara)Dunn
Monday, June 30, 2008
Friends on Facebook
When I happened to stumble across this cartoon I laughed so hard! I am on Facebook and am one of many that LOVES being on it. It took me awhile and a number of invites from some friends before I started. I just didn't want to devote time to yet another place online. Little did I know the sheer joy it would bring me.
I have managed to find so many wonderful friends from my past. Just when I think I've "found" everyone that I could think of....someone else seems to walk out of my past. I am not a fan of all the crazy applications that can very quickly take over your page if you aren't careful. I don't need to be a cyber vampire or pirate etc.
My joy comes from seeing their albums of snapshots showing me glimpses into their lives again after so many years. I love the writing quick messages on the walls.
I have even created my own "Facebook Page" dedicated to my website!
It was very easy to set up and folks can become "fans" of my website.
I share snapshots and let everyone know some of the latest things happening with the website.
Come become a FAN of Thru the Attic Door!
I'd love to hear from you!
Blessings!
Tracy(Cedara)Dunn
If Ants had Cameras......
is this what they might see??? LOL
Spent some time at my sister's home and I was outside with my nieces in her garden. I was sitting on the grass with my camera on the ground in my hand. I looked down and thought....hmmm....if I snapped a photo, what would be seen?
We then spent an hour having fun snapping different angles in the different flowers.....just as if we were ants with cameras! heehee
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Antique Wooden Spools
On my last trip to Kansas City, MO to attend Primmart's Convention, I was lucky enough to score some antique wooden spools. I'd seen them in jars before in snapshots that folks shared of their prim styled homes. I wanted some. I really had no idea what I was going to do with them once I had them...I just knew I wanted some.
While checking out all the glorious antique shoppes with some Primmart sistas....SCORE! Inside a shop filled to the brim with just about everything you could imagine from every era that comes to mind...... was a shelf along the floor that held about a dozen very large glass jars. Inside the jars were these spools.
Sherry of http://www.anniescupboards.com and I freaked!LOL
She and I split the jar full of goodies as there were so many in the jar. I've now had them over a year and have just recently brought them out again to start looking at. I have a few ideas for them that I hope will come to fruit soon.
I promise to post pictures!
Hey Sherry.....what did you do with your spools??? heehee
Blessings!
Tracy(Cedara)Dunn
Birthday Blessings
A very special person in my life has a birthday today.
I wish great joy, kindness and laughter in the year ahead.
Always there for me when needed.
Forever holds my heart
xo
I wish great joy, kindness and laughter in the year ahead.
Always there for me when needed.
Forever holds my heart
xo
Mahjong
Do you play?? I have it on my computer and find it a wonderful way to relax my mind. Endless games have been played. I love the look of the tiles and can escape into this game for hours.
A friend has an actual antique Mahjong tile set and I always forget to have him show it to me closer. I'd love to play a game using the real thing. He was showing someone else and I was busy in a conversation with another person. Must remember to mention it next time I'm over there.
Thursday, June 19, 2008
And the skies opened upon us......
We had been needing the rain and well ....wow....we got some! The skies darkened quickly. You could smell the rain in the air before a single drop even began to fall from the skies. I have to admit that I love that little window of time just before a storm strikes. The energy in the air.
The drops started falling and continued to fall for almost 24 hours straight! The gardens around the house greedily drank it all up.
We had some wicked snaps of thunder that literally shook the windows of the house. Buttons Kitty was NOT near as impressed with the storm as I was. She'd have hid under bed if I had space there! LOL
Even managed to lose power for a few hours.
Somehow the storm brought about a calm to me that I didn't even know I had been needing.
Blessings to Mother Nature for stepping in when needed most!
Tracy(Cedara)Dunn
Sunday, June 08, 2008
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