Artist Annie's View1 day ago2 minWhy I Follow the Phases of the MoonEvery morning, I spend some quality time writing in my journal. One of the things I always mention and think about is the seasonal cycle...
Artist Annie's ViewMay 112 minOjos De Dios - God's EyeThe craft of creating an Ojos de Dios, or God's Eye involves the placing of two sticks, branches or dowels in the formation of a cross...
Artist Annie's ViewMay 42 minBeltane and the Dance of Life In the Celtic Wheel of the Year, the holiday of Beltane is traditionally celebrated on May 1, commonly known as May Day. Ancient peoples...
Artist Annie's ViewApr 202 minThe Origin of Earth DayApril 22, is officially recognized throughout the United States as Earth Day. But are you aware of how this celebration came about? In...
Artist Annie's ViewApr 142 minSpring Walk #2First of all, I want to correct a mistake in last week's blog. The Gertrude Boyden Refuge is the correct name of last week's walk. For...
Artist Annie's ViewApr 73 minTime to Get Outside!April is the time of year when my thoughts turn to getting reacquainted with this beautiful outdoor canvas of nature. Winter is my quiet...
Artist Annie's ViewMar 292 minThe Vernal Equinox As you probably know, we celebrated the Vernal Equinox on March 20. The actual time of the beginning of the spring season in the...
Artist Annie's ViewMar 83 minThe Preservation of a Beautiful Folk CultureRecently I have been researching a lot of the folk crafts of Ukraine. Folk craft is deeply embedded in Ukranian life and history. ...
Artist Annie's ViewFeb 282 minThe Wearing of the GreenThere are so many legends and myths surrounding Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Most people think of his feast day as a welcome to...
Artist Annie's ViewFeb 212 minThe Magic of the DragonflyAre you aware that dragonflies are symbols for positive change and transformation? If you are lucky enough to see one, it will remind...
Artist Annie's ViewFeb 142 minA Tale of ReinventionCreating jewelry has always been one of my greatest passions. About twenty years ago, I saw an episode of the Carol Duval Show on HGTV. ...
Artist Annie's ViewFeb 82 minThe Sun Catcher SagaIn the midst of the winter snow, icy rain, and the steady procession of gray, colorless days, it's easy to feel down in the dumps. This...