10,000 inside the bag!

Last month was the first time I bought a crystal bag as a treat for myself. 

There are so many sweet little charms in this bag! I was a little overexcited about them, so I kept them on my desk on my left side so I could think of what I'd like to do with each charm. 

I have never seen three small African citrines before. One I'd like to make into a ring, and the other two into earrings. So they are in my jewelry box for now.

asd This planner is in my office above my 

computer. I look up and remember the plans for the following days and weeks and sometimes who is sprinting and when. I felt adding the new charms to the corner of the planner was an excellent idea. Next time I get a bag with charms, I will do the same until it is covered.  

15,000 words. Gift to myself!

As I work on my writing, keeping motivated can be a struggle. But having something to look forward to at each small mile inspires me. 

10,000- I opened a crystal bag from a lady at the same market as I was selling my crystals and things. 

15,000—This was my second milestone. The picture above shows all the wonderful odds and ends that were in the small bag! 

White Spell Candle: This candle can be used for anything you wish. I will light it as I work on my future scripting. 

The Hermit card- Tells me I have been walking in the dark for so long. Now, use the light in the lantern to shine bright and lead my way. Like the white candle, I will use light to help with my intuition and vision.

Red Aventurine-  A grounding crystal To help me stay focused and grounded on my wishes and plans for the future.

My next goal is 17,000. Wish me luck!

Day 9- Ribbon

(not my pic,found on google search. Goes with the theme)

Day 9- Ribbon!

I gathered up a few ribbons. Colors of red, green, silver, and blue. I measured them out to a length of a foot or so. Resting them on the table, I went to the next project I was working on.

The bird seed toilet paper rolls.

•  Smearing peanut butter all over them and rolling each one in bird seed.

•  Then place in the freezer for an hour or so.

• Once they are frozen, take the pretty ribbon and thread so you can tie it at the top.

• Go out and hang them all over the limbs of the tree you can reach.

• Looks so festive.

• Also perfect for our hungry winter birds!

Yule/Solstice- Day 2

 

The magic of the snow warmed my heart. It crystallized snowflakes lingered on the goblets set out. As I walked into the heart of the forest, there was a small fire in the depths. Flickers from the flames reflecting from each ice decoration. They have been made and set out. Each one is designed as a woodland animal. Four that were created. Deer, squirrel, rabbit and baby bear. Close to the fire was a medium sized spruce tree. On the branches were red, green and gold ribbons. On each ribbon were home made treats for the birds. 

Three young ladies, one with red hair, one with light blond and the other with black. Wore long red robes lined with thick cotton battens. Along the hem, small holly leaves and berries were added as decorations. On their hands, they wore thick leather gloves. A deep red as wine in color, on each hand a poinsettia was designed. 

“Alright ladies, tonight is the night,” her black hair was shiny and thick as she took down the hood that covered it from the fresh fallen snow.

The other two did the same, coming to the fire and smiling happily. It was a magical time, it filled the air or restfulness that would soon be done as the darkness set aside. Their voices united as they said a quiet thanks. With each voice, the fire sputtered, the smell of dried herbs that they added to the fire. Now they each took their glass of cold cider and sipped. Around them, a small flurry of flakes ruffled around them, birds fluttered to the tree dressed in treats for them. 

Shortest day of the year, they brought thanks to the night with candles and fire. Elements of dried herbs sprinkled in their drinks, and over the ground they walked on. Closing their eyes, they each held hands. Seeing in the future a full sun, warm and welcoming. 

I watched in awe as they took their gloves off. Their long slender fingers moving and gliding into the air. As they looked intensely into the fire as their hands moved. Snow twirled around them, teasing their hair making it fluttered up in winding curls. One pointed to the small ice figurines, once frozen solid and now moving as if alive. Another woman making the snow shimmer and shine brighter than it already had, now intensified with each one she touched as they fluttered from the sky. 

Slowly, I turned around and went back home. Knowing that one day, I too will be part of the winter solstice traditions. 

Day One Mother/Cookies

The house is decked out from mothers touch!

Every corner of the house has a festive bunch.

Smells of her cookies fill the air.

Silver, gold, blue and greens. 

Snow globes of green

Silly men of snow dressed in blue.

Gentl flames of golden candles.

As we all could see, very clearly placed with great care.  

 

thedawdlingwriter- writing promts.

 

I just love this idea! A tiny bit behind but I will do small stories from my child hood. Memories that I still enjoy thinking of and will share them with others. Friends and Family.

Evergreen with Tinsel Day six

 

Day 6

I was about 10 years old or so. The outside world was covered in snow! It was such a lovely picture. It was soft, fresh, with that intense sharp smell of snow. Today was the tenth, and the idea was to get a Christmas tree. But where do we go? Down over the hill, of course.

Down over the hill was a small forest of evergreen trees, white and black poplar trees. Mom had bundled me up in my ski pants, jacket, and all the trimmings. Now I was overheating, waiting for dad to find the tool to take down our tree. As I waited, our round plump black lap was a puppy, so pulling and tugging on my gloves was fun for him. Instead of waiting inside, the dog and I went out on the deck. Looking up into the sky, I watched the large white flakes slowly fall. Opening my mouth one, then two, fell onto my tongue, was a fast feel of cool freshness from the sky. 

“Katherine! Come on now,” my name was spoken, over a distance of fifteen feet or so. Dad was already walking down, I tried to catch up running in the deep snow of three feet. Bear, was the puppies name. I laughed as I watched him try to follow too. He would end up deep in the snow, then bounce out. He did this all the way down the hill to the forest where Dad was. 

“I like this one,” speaking finally in a huffed breath. The one I picked was sweet, cute. and a lovely evergreen that was off on its own. Away from the rest that grew on the other side of the forest. Maybe he was lonely, I thought, and needed some company. This was in my mind. I didn't say this out loud. 

It was so perfect! The smell was enchanting, spicy with a hint of care and musky green. Slowly, I took off my glove so I could feel the soft yet prickles of the tree. It was perfect!