When they were little I was always making something for them. My daughter had matching hair bows and flip-flops for EVERY outfit she had (we live in Hawaii so flip-flops were worn with everything!) She and her brother had hand painted wearable art clothing (made by me) they lead me to have a small craft business that was pretty successful. I made them ornaments and toys, and goodie bags for school and party favors and gift for them to give & receive! They were my muses!
Now that they've grown up and are starting on their own lives, I find it hard to create the way I used to. It's like the spark is gone. But when I am with them or talk to them - that old feeling comes back and I'm ready to create. It's great to feel it again , but sometimes it's fleeting. I guess my goal is to keep them in my heart all the time - because of them , I am a better person, artist, mother. Thank you Amber. Thank you Ben. What I create is for you! - Love you!
Hello, your post is very inspiring! I so believe how our kids inspire us to do better in life and how they bring the best out of us. I came up with my business idea of Mommy and Daughter Matching shoes www.pairendipity.com after I had to go back to full time job with 2 kids under 2! Keep up the good work and stay inspired by your kids.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! I looked at your site - your stuff is great! Hope it continues to go well for you! I'm going to share it with my daughter - she has two little girls...she'll love it!
ReplyDeleteHi Toni, Thank you for your nice comments! and thank you for helping me to spread the word out. Have a lovely night and the rest of the weekend!
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