The Sacrifices

An excellent discussion of the sacrifices made by the signers of the Declaration of Independence. Again I ask "Could you be a signer of the Declaration of Independence?"

Independence Day 2010

Today we celebrate the 234th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.  Do you think you have had the "stuff" necessary to sign the Declaration of Independence?  Having the luxury of hindsight I say "Yes, I would have signed the Declaration of Independence" but without that luxury would I have been willing to brand myself as a traitor, to put my life and fortune on the line?  As you celebrate your freedom today give thanks to the brave men who did sign the Declaration and who did make the sacrifices. 

Take some time today to learn more about the history of the Declaration Of Independence and to join the signers! 

And enjoy your friends and family, the fireworks and your freedom!  Happy Independence Day!

Special Request Class

Yesterday I held a special class for Peggy, Melissa and Kay.  Thank you for requesting the class I am always willing to do special request classes at Garden of Beaden as it gives me an excuse to be there and hang out with the wonderful people who frequent Irene's shop (including the GOB staff).

We used copper washers as the basis for the bracelet and embellished them with fire patina, wire and beads.  The bracelet was inspired by the copper washer bracelet in Contemporary Copper Jewelry by Sharilyn Miller.

Aren't their bracelets lovely?!

The class is also scheduled for July 22 at 6 p.

Fresh Veggies

This morning as I was out feeding my critters I peeked at the garden and found two zucchini ready for picking and a handful of cherry tomatoes.  I love veggies fresh from the garden.  And I'm thankful my husband takes such good care of the garden, I'm a terrible gardener if I was in charge everything would die from lack of water.

Going Riding!

It has been over a month since I have taken the horses out for a ride.  First I had the Relay to get through, then the Allison transmission on my truck decided that it needed some TLC.  Now all of that is behind us and it's time to hit the arena and trail.  YEEHAA!