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Thursday, April 14, 2011

More Time Please?


I would like to put my order in for more time....
who ever it is that handles the time department, I would like to order 4 more hours a day....thank you very much! (4 should be enough, I don't want to be too greedy...)



O how I wish it was as easy as that! I have so many lovely projects dancing round my head right now that I can hardly sleep! So some extra hours would be just wonderFull.


*sigh*



A few short years ago I realized that I needed to create something each day. It felt so good to create...and so I began my journey into mixed media art. When I get a new idea or have been inspired by another artist to try a project, I feel so ALIVE....
Creating things adds such vibrancy to my life.
Does it feel that way to any of you?



*breathe*


Sometimes I am so in a hurry to get get things done before I must lay my head down on my pillow, I need to remind myself to breathe. Slow down, and be with the process of creation. That feels good too!


*Embrace*


I once heard it said that "You can't get it wrong and you can never get it done" and while this statement may seems sad, it also is very liberating. Life itself is perpetual, creativity is ongoing...
So it is o.k. if I don't get everything I want done right NOW...it is o.k.




*smile*



It is o.k. because for me it is about the moment...the JOY of creation in the moment! So when I get concerned about "getting it all done" I breathe and remind myself why I am doing this...and that is because it feels good! And when I get back round to this thought...maybe I don't really need anymore time...just awareness of my own moments of JOY!
(maybe I need to change the title of my post!)


The photos are of a project I am working on for a little book swap as well as another swap at MAMA. The front and back covers of this book are made from dominos.



I have never created a domino book before and I am finding it quite enjoyable.


Thank you so much for listening.


Hugs,
Terri

45 comments:

Anonymous said...

Teeny-tiny domino books....how cute they are! Love the themes you used and the colors are divine.

Yes, more hours in the day would be splendid. And you're not being greedy, my sweet. Just honest!

You and Marie have found a simpatico, haven't you? I'm sure she'd be happy to know you adore her.

Have a great day my friend. Breathe deeply!

Hugs
Jan

Terri Gordon said...

Hi Terri, I agree with you 100 percent. I am always wishing for more time. Where does it go. I love your domino books, they are just beautiful Terri. I can't wait to start on mine, but am finishing other things. I also feel like I have to create each and every day, it is calming to me. Have a wonderful week and thanks for sharing your beautiful little books. Hugs, Terri

Trisha said...

I love the aqua one! They are all so cute and look like so much fun to make!

~Trisha

Pellie / Penny said...

Your right there is never enough time - but we sure can have fun using the day up before we fall into bed exhausted.

I really like the aqua book.

Hugs,
Penny

Princesa Nadie said...

Those domino books are beautiful!I love them...you make lovely things
and I enjoy watching them
Really sometimes I would like some hours more in the day too...I have never enough time for all that I want to do !
Love

sugar Creek said...

Ok first, those little books are so pretty and sweet and cute!! Plus I would love some more time as well please! I do the same thing about sleep, so many dreams so little time!!

Fishtail Cottage said...

Fantastic little domino books - Terri ~ you are so talented! the color's and bling are DARLING! Somedays for me, i wish the nightime would hurry up and get here so that i can have an excuse to go to bed! Hope you have a sweet day! xoox, tracie

alveen said...

More time in each day, how wonderful that would be! Your little books are lovely.

Val said...

Domino books - what a great idea. These are absolutely lovely!!!

Ann said...

put me down for 6 extra hours!!!...then I'd have time to make one og the darling domino books! they are so sweet!! :)

debi said...

What a beautiful post Terri. Wonderfully put...it is the process of creating that I love best too. But, if we had more time, we could enjoy even more process! lol

LOVE, love your domino books, they are tdf gorgeous!!!

Diana P. said...

OMG I love these little domino books! They make me want to take a break from my beads and try something new!

Snap said...

Terri, these are wonderful little books ... tiny treasures. How about an extra day a week and we'll add an hour to each day?!!!!!?!!!!!!!

Lorraine said...

Your domino books are gorgeous. What a wonderful way to use those dominos. More hours in the day would be wonderful. I just need them to be for the things I want to do and not the things I have to do.

Micupoftea said...

SO clever & unique~ Each is special, but I like the bottom one especially!

Ika Verunica said...

Draga moja jako mi se sviđa tvoj rad, prekrasno...
Knjižica od domina, ti si puna lijepih ideja, bravo.

Elaine said...

Terri, I couldn't agree more. I have so many ideas buzzing round my head and never enough time. I am in the middle of a major craft space tidy at the moment, that means even less time for creating! Still, we have to take real pleasure from the time we do have!

I love your little domino books, I didn't realise at first that is what they are and what tiny treasures they are - truly beautiful miniature creations.

Elaine x

ShabbyChicShaz said...

Your post really resounded with me. More time would be absolutely wonderful but as you go on to say the joy is in the creating, in that moment and it's holding on to that in this super fast world. Just adore your domino books they are so pretty and neat :)

Susan Roux said...

Terri, these are just beautiful! 4 more hours? Yeah I'd take that as long as they could be creative hours...

Unknown said...

loving your Domino books your so inspiring Terri thanks (posting my Easter basket tomorrow)I had some little extras I wanted to get ;0)

Love Dawn xx

Heather Robinson said...

There are just times when a post strikes a chord deep within my soul and this one qualifies. Not only does it include the most gorgeous artwork shining with inspiration and gorgeous detail but the sentiments you express so eloquently reflect how I feel almost every day. Given your need for more time each day, I feel very grateful indeed that you visit my blog and leave comments.

Desiree said...

These are all so beyond wonderful! I have these books on my to do list now! Thank you so much for the inspiration! :D

Sylvia said...

Hi Terry ,
Beautiful Domino Books ! Thank you for visiting my blog;You are so kind to me ! I also had a sort of "long story " , but I hope , hope ,hope you will be pleasantly surprised !

Elaine A said...

Terri -

Your Domino Books are beautiful. I made one for my Mother-in-law not too long ago, with an Asian theme since she is half Japanese. The inside pages were actually a long miniature watercolor painting I made specifically for the book. And you are right, they are so much fun to make. Yours are just stunning. Thanks for sharing with us.

Elaine Allen

Linda said...

Marvelous little masterpieces Terri... you are awesome, loving the turquoise Marie! You are wonderfully inspiring.

Marjanne said...

I also would love to have more hours in a day... I love those beautiful little books... so precious!

Createology said...

Oh Terri I just knew these little lovelies were made with dominoes. Beautiful and so very creative of you. I agree that making something is so very satisfying. It really does calm the hectic pace of life and what we must do. It is a gift to be able to make art. Happy weekend my dear...

Suz said...

Terri,
I love your domino books. They are very clever and so unique! I would like more time, too. There is never enough creating time, for sure!
Hugs,
Suz

Home and Heart said...

Terri these are just stunning!! I am ALWAYS amazed at how lovely everything you make is!

Anonymous said...

Terri, this is a domino??!!! OMG!! These are just sooooo gorgeous!!

When you get your order of time, if there is any left-over, I'll buy it from you! :-)

Hugs, Diane

Valerie-Jael said...

Your dominos have really bowled me over! How wonderful they are. And I know what you mean about needing to be creative! Thanks for visiting my blog, too. Nice to meet you! Hugs from Germany, Valerie

Anonymous said...

they are so beautiful. would like to know how to make them. the colors are fantastic.

Anonymous said...

very beautiful would love to know how to make them and how o color the dominoes, they are awesome

Marlynn said...

Holy Son of a Gun - a domino book??? I don't believe it. At first I thought they were bricks - LOL. Oh my oh my they take my breath away. You are just bursting with creations, Terri! I love it. OK, am using this quote as it was posted on Cindy LaFerle's blog yesterday: "The eye is meant to see things. The soul is here for its own joy." Rumi She also created a wonderful work using that quote. Reading your post today and seeing your creations reminded me of that quote. You soul is joy, Terri, always remember that. Hugs, girlfriend.

Maminka Girl - Loribeth Robare said...

these are so cute! I especially love the "Tiffany" blue one. Enjoy creating! xxx Loribeth

Holly Moore said...

Terri your domino books are scrumptious. I especially love the aqua one, but the purple is such a beautiful surprise too. I love your post about finding, and realizing the moment.

suzyq said...

Hi Terri, thanks so much for stopping by the farm house. You are more than welcome anytime...
Suzyq

Ginger said...

Who knew, dominoes? What a great little book and you made such lovely ones. You are one talented lady and I love coming to visit you.

Ginger

Marianne C. said...

They are quite beautiful, indeed...and O, how right you are with everything you said.

Have a glorious day,
Marianne

Erica said...

I'm making some domino books right now! I didn't know what to do inside. Thanks for the ideas and inspiration!

Beth said...

Teri, Your art is just beautiful! I am glad that it brings you such joy.
Blessings, Beth

Awishdream said...

Terri what beautiful little domino books you made! looks like you are hooked! they are very addicting once you get going. I enjoyed the swap!
Hugs,
Melanie

creativelenna said...

Terri, these little domino books are fantastic. And I just read you had never made them before? So hard to believe! They are absolutely delicious and the writing you paired with them was so thoughtful and just right.
I am thinking that some of these must be for the Little Book swap I am hosting . . . ooh la la!
: ) nice to meet you and visit your blog, Terri!

Karen Maggie said...

It's hard to believe those darling little bitty books are made with dominoes! It's all in the details and you do a fabulous job. I'm SO impressed with your blog!

Karen Maggie

Creative Grammie said...

Aloha Terri!
These domino books are just breathtaking! I made one in a class I took, but nothing as gorgeous as these. TFS

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