Tralala

07/25/2026

Well, my knee pain got worse and I found out why. It will take my knee longer to recover than it did for my broken leg/ankle. SIGH!!!!

07/19/2026

06/20/2026

After a setback last week with my knee, I’m back on a better path to recovery. Unfortunately, the walking boot they gave me was way too big for me and caused extreme pain in my knee. So, despite the doctor’s advice, I’ve stopped using the boot after 8 days instead of 14. I’m now in an ankle brace and my knee feels better.

I hope to start back to making jewelry very soon.

05/18/2026

Well, I did a clumsy thing. I broke my leg/ankle as we were loading up the van after a wonderful time in Florence at Arts Alive. It’s a good thing I shaved my legs this morning. 😂

The good news is that the break is clean and won’t need surgery. The doc said I can bear weight on it (ummmmm NOT HAPPENING with the major pain I’m in), so I’m in a boot.

05/18/2026

Madison Mercantile is a great way to shop local ❤️

05/17/2026

I am amazed and humbled by all of the wonderful compliments I’ve received at the markets this month. I am always worried that my jewelry is not good enough and to hear how others appreciate and enjoy my pieces helps me feel so much better after long weeks of hard work getting ready for these markets.

05/16/2026

🎈 A colorful weekend vacation at Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic
May 23rd & 24th

🌅 Early morning: balloons
Wake up early and head to the fields at Point Mallard Park for one of the most awe-inspiring moments of the weekend, the morning balloon launch!
The air is cool, the crowd is hushed and then suddenly colorful balloons slowly rise into the sky.

🖼️ Shop vendors and artist at Decatur Art Guild Alabama Jubilee Arts & Crafts Show
After balloons head over to the event center at Point Mallard (across from the soccer field) to shop from over 130 vendors! This year they will have indoor and outdoor shopping! Saturday 7 to 7 & Sunday 8 to 6.

💦 Splash into summer
After shopping, lean all the way into summer at Point Mallard Park Water Park a local favorite and home to one of the first wave pools in the U.S.
* float the lazy river
* ride the slides
* cool off in the wave pool
It’s nostalgic, fun and the perfect contrast to the slow morning.
✨ tip: bring a change of clothes so you can head straight back out after

🍔 Afternoon: refuel + wander
Head back into town for a laid back lunch think burgers, sandwiches, pizza, BBQ, or something quick before the evening festivities ramp up.

Then take a little time to explore downtown:
* local shops
* iced coffee stops
* shaded sidewalks

🎶 Evening: festival energy
Return to Point Mallard Park for the heart of Jubilee.
* live music
* food vendors + festival treats
* families spread out on blankets

And then… the main event.
🎈 Night glow (don’t miss this)
As the sun sets, the balloons light up from within during the “balloon glow.”
Music, laughter &glowing skies

🌟 Your perfect Jubilee checklist
* sunrise balloon launch ✔️
* water park afternoon ✔️
* festival food ✔️
* live music ✔️
* balloon glow at night ✔️

05/16/2026

I completely forgot to let everyone know that I’m at Arts Alive in Florence, AL this weekend.

I’m just too tired, but still enjoying the beautiful weather and the gorgeous park.

05/03/2026

Flame Painted Copper jewelry - includes some diamond-etchings

05/03/2026

My ADHD reared its lovely head and I bought a new diamond etching tool. ITS AWESOME! Here’s what it can do.

This is a copper, flame painted flower with a diamond etched fairy.