I cried because I had no shoes, until I met a man who had no feet. — Persian quote My dad says this all the time. These words remind us to be grateful for what we have. We should not lament what we perceive as a lack, for there is always someone who is making do… Read More “I Cried Because I Had No Shoes, Until … {tips for cultivating peace and contentment}
Handmade is the tangible result of an artist’s passion. Handmade is the sharing of enthusiasm from the artist’s heart to the recipient’s soul. When you buy handmade, you acknowledge this passion and enthusiasm, and you desire to have a piece of it as your own. When you shop local, you are likely to support someone you know, or… Read More Shop local, buy handmade {a review of Draw That Pig}
“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” –Leo Buscaglia A smile. I’m talking about a genuine, from the soul, eye contact made smile. For… Read More The power of a smile {and a quote that speaks to me}