That’s how the cookie crumbles

I am heading to a wedding this weekend.  It is a family wedding and therefore, I was recruited to make decorated sugar cookies.  Now, the wedding is a black and white wedding – so I had great ideas for the cookies.  I thought heart and circle shaped cookies with...

Forward-looking

“In every situation… you have a choice.  You can look back or look forward.  Look forward.  Always think about the next day.  Don’t go into the studio thinking “Hmm, let’s see, what was I doing yesterday?  It takes more energy to twist...

Extras

Confession:  I am not a risk taker.  In pottery, there are a lot of things I can’t control; therefore, I often make multiples to ensure that I get a successful pot.  For example, if I want to make a friend a mug, I often make 2-5 mugs and select the best for...

Incremental Commitments

One of the major truths that I have learned is time is limited; and, in order for me to make the most of it, I have to spend it intentionally. Although pottery is more than a hobby for me, it didn’t start out that way. Initially, it was a hobby that I practiced during...

Equinox

Today is the Spring Equinox – which means it is the first official day of spring.  On this day, there is an equal amount of day and night and this has me pondering balance.  Balance is an allusive concept that I have long tried to incorporate into my life.  I strive...