They call me the jewelry maker ;)

So how is this fine day finding you…

Let me start by saying I love jewelry.  Earthly, raw and unique jewerly.  I see cool pieces and wonder if I could make something like that or how did they do that.  So in my new life of trying things and self discovery.  I signed up for a beginning jewelry making class (metal).  I was so excited when I signed up then as it got closer I started to get nervous.  It was an 8 hour class and I didn’t know a anyone, plus I have never made jewelry in my life.  I mean what if the cool kids did’t like me.  But I put on my big girl panties and went.

I am so glad I did, I loved it and made some new friends.  Yay me!  Plus I made an amazing bracelet.  My goal was to make something to take to Hawaii with me the following week.  Now don’t get me wrong I struggled..  The class was starting to take bets on how many saw blades I would break while sawing my little starfish.  Ok, it was 9 LOL, more than anyone in class.  I also kept dropping things.  I started to feel even more anxious every time I broke another saw blade.  I had to keep asking the teacher and those around me for help but that is how I actually made friends.  It’s good I know how to laugh at myself.  I kept telling myself to get out of my head and just go for it, find that creative side of me and let it shine.

What I learned was this is such a good way to get out of my head.  I promise you this is not easy task for this girl. The more ways I find to be creative the more peaceful and open I feel.  This is opening up a new world for me.  When I can find something that keeps me from being OCD with my stupid phone that is a good thing.

Later this week I will head to Hawaii to celebrate my 50th birthday.  I am looking forward to surfing and trying more new things.  When I get home, I will be in search of my perfect Yoga class.  I am going to make a point of trying every studio in my home town to find my place or places.  I look forward to exploring more things and sharing them with you.

 

Seize the Day Friends,

 

Christy

xoxo