Sunday, 2 November 2014

Word for the Week - Ephesians 5:1






I will be an imitator of God, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ loved me and gave himself up for me as a fragrant offering and sacrificed to God
Ephesians 5:1


As you meditate on the scripture and enjoy the image ask and think about the many gifts you have been given, the many challenges you face, and the fruit that will come from the work of your hands. 

Words and images for the week, to bless, encourage and inspire you to be all that you have been called to be. 
What will you do with what you have been given today?


Stay blessed and be a blessing

Saturday, 1 November 2014

My Color is Beautiful - Blog Hop Day - Amanda Trought


I would like to thank Tiare Smith for kicking off the blog hop for My Color is Beautiful Art 2015 Workshop. Tiare has brought together a team of inspiring creatives of which I have been asked to contribute - no pressure then!  I can't tell you how excited I am to be taking part, this is my first online teaching session, and I have a lot of exciting things to share with you as part of my lesson. 

What you will cover in my lesson!

I am excited to get you working with paints, ephemera, stencils, stamps, and we will be working on canvas using mixed media techniques to celebrate who we are, you will select your favorite colours, do bit of journalling and play with stamps and stencils as the foundation and create an image. We will be then pull out of the foundation an image and build on it using color and finish off by embellishing with beads, jewelry, and stitching,  We will be creating many layers of beautiful color that dances off the page.


Embellished painting - Amanda Trought - Realityarts
My session is about letting go and not being confined by what you feel you are expected to draw, but allowing the paint and the colours speak to you. So, put on your favorite music and allow your creativity to bring out what is in your heart! 

I will be giving away one free spot to the Course you have 3 chances to enter below from today until the class registration opens on 11 November.    You can leave a comment below on the blog, like my Facebook page and follow me on Twitter for a chances to win a FREE spot.  I will be announcing the winner on Wednesday 12th November.    You can also get an EXTRA entry to win a spot by visiting the blog hop on Tiare's Blog HERE


Complete the form below to be in for a chance to win the free spot on the course 'My Color is Beautiful Art 2015'


If you love color and creativity, then you will love My Color is Beautiful Art, come and express yourself and be treated to the creative expressions of some great artists I am really looking forward to interacting as you share your creations. You can learn about the other instructors on the Blog Hop and register for the class HERE.
Martice Smith II is the next on the Blog hop for tomorrow, go and spend some time on her blog and check out what she will be teaching!

Good luck for the giveaway and remember to leave a comment!


My Color is Beautiful Art 2015 Workshop – Blog Hop Day 1






Alright, it has officially started, today is blog hop day 1 for ‘My Color is Beautiful Art’  2015 Workshop and we are raring to go and I know that I am really excited to be sharing with you!

Today Tiare is going to be giving out general information about the workshop, you can download a PDF of each of the instructors that will be taking part.

Several of the instructors will host a GIVEAWAY – so you have plenty of chances to win a spot, I will be giving away a spot and you have to come back tomorrow to see what you have to do to be in with a chance of winning it.

Each day during this blog hop, you will get to meet a different instructor.  This is the perfect time to meet the team and learn more about them.

Here is the schedule for the Blog Hop

Nov 2 - Amanda Trought - That's me!  (come back for the GIVEAWAY)
Nov 9 - Tiare Smith – Blog Hop Finale

Come back tomorrow (Sunday) and I will let you know what I will be teaching, I will also be running a GIVEAWAY, so one lucky person will be in for a chance to win a spot.

Looking forward to seeing you on the Blog Hop, Good Luck!


Friday, 31 October 2014

Reflections and Understandings - Tips for Carers


When I decided to be part of the Ultimate Blog Challenge I didn't think about what I had on in terms of work and responsibilities, I just jumped in and had to fit things around writing the posts.  

From Gratitude's Journal - Your life deserves your attention

It wasn't easy and every day I had to encourage myself to share a bit more than I was used to, though I am glad I took the step as there were things I needed to encourage within myself and with each post brought me to a greater understanding of my role as a carer.  I have been encouraged to step up in my creativity, to let go of those things that I can't change, and to make room for the blessings that come when you treat yourself and others with kindness.
Time to recharge those batteries!

So many thoughts have come out of sharing, and so many ideas.  I hope at some point to provide suggestion of creative activities that you can do for relaxation for yourself and with the person you care for all very easy to organize and can fit into your daily schedule.  As a mixed media artist I love making things and have been sharing my art and creativity throughout the posts.  

In writing the posts as part of the challenge, I have gained new insights, grown, shed a few tears and dusted myself off and got up again.  The main thing that stands out for me is about choice we always have a choice in the way we respond, whether we accept things the way they are, or if we take steps for a change.

We can choose to be upset about the one we are caring for and what they can’t do and how much they have changed, or we can choose to celebrate that they have a life, they can breathe or that they woke up this morning and are living life the best possible way with a circle of people that love them and only want the best.
Gratitudes and Celebration Journal - Dream
I choose to be true to myself to love myself and give myself space, to know when I need a break and time out, and to know when I need to go at full throttle, to ask for help when I need it and be open about my role as a carer.  I choose to love my mum a best I can and not feel guilty about not being perfect, and I choose to love me and show love to others by trying to be a blessing in their lives.  
You Are....

For now, take a look back over your past week, or month, what lessons, moments for reflection and insights have you come away with.  If you can put it down in a journal, create a piece of art and be encouraged!

Bless you for stopping by, do leave a comment on how the posts have informed and encouraged you.



You can also click on the 'Celebrating life' image to be taken to the rest of the posts from the Journey of a Carer.
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