Day 357: Secret Santas of Awesomeness

“The month of December isn’t magical because it sparkles. It’s magical because it changes people’s hearts … at least momentarily.”
― Toni Sorenson

Today has been testing my patience a little bit – with much to do I ended up falling down the stairs (due to rushing around) and now can’t do very much without pain! However, I did manage to pick the post up and it was such a good job that I did because the most awesome package was waiting for me… Sylwia Telari volunteers on DeviantART (a bit like I do but in the Traditional Art galleries) – she has sent me some home-made things that are just beautiful and fit the remit of the keywords that we had to give for our secret santa gifts (Owls and books!)

Sylwia is an illustrator and a writer, and that absolutely shone through in all of my gifts – a beautiful book, an amazing illustration, a gorgeous bookmark and postcard. Thank you! <3

 

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A bit of this and that…

“Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much.”
― Oscar Wilde

Sunsets, River Huts and Bracelets make up most of the photos in the blog today. On Friday evening, William and I ventured out before the sun went down completely and grabbed a couple of shots here and there in the villages. It was peaceful!

The weekend was spent relaxing, mostly, after a spot of Birthday shopping for my sisters presents. I embarked on a new hobby – jewellery making! I’m not entirely sure how it will turn out in the long run, but if anyone fancies a bracelet (custom made) and the photo to go with it (Ha!) then just let me know! Right now, the colours and theme are inspired by seasons. Below is Summer and Autumn!

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