Helena

  • From Overwhelming to Overflowing

    Apparently Valentine’s Day was first observed in Paris on February 14, 1400. The tales of its origin is checkered but no matter it has evolved into an uber-commercialized event meant to express our love. Here are some fun facts: For… Continue reading

    From Overwhelming to Overflowing
  • Gnome Sweet Gnome

    I have not been particularly attracted to Gnomes but stumbled upon images that inspired me to explore them as a subject for a greeting card. After some research, I have become intrigued by these magical, mythical creatures of good will,… Continue reading

    Gnome Sweet Gnome
  • Hang It Up!

    I know! It has been quite a while since I posted anything. I have a litany of excuses. But mostly I just got “hung up.” On what, you might ask? Well, whatever it is, I am moving on and now… Continue reading

    Hang It Up!
  • Just Breathe

    How many times has your “breath been taken away?” For how long can you hold your breath? Sometimes I feel like these past 2 years have been breathless and yet, I breathe. Breath is a miracle. When we don’t think… Continue reading

    Just Breathe
  • Bowl Not Included

    Did you know that Mother’s Day originated in Philadelphia? On May 12, 1907, Anna Jarvis held a memorial service to celebrate her late mother who was an organizer of women’s groups to promote friendship and health. Within five years virtually… Continue reading

    Bowl Not Included
  • Spring Rights Winter’s Wrongs

    How long was winter for you? It’s not so much that the weather was bad or cold; it was just dark. And then one day, one of my house plants reminded me that Spring was on its way and regardless… Continue reading

    Spring Rights Winter’s Wrongs