Easter Bunnies

  Paint Party Friday

Pray for peace, 

far and wide

to which ever spirit

you abide

Henrietta original acrylic art journal page

Pray for friends

everywhere

pray for those

you can not bear

Chubby Bunny Original acrylic art journal page

Love the ones

who need it most

Forgive the ones

who need to boast

So many lessons 

here to learn

Give the love

you need returned

Expect not,  where

 it shall come

Have faith 

the process has begun

Hogan the original acrylic Bunny!

Grant love, 

not to receive

but for the value

that you'll leave

Share love
at every turn
whether or not
it's returned! 

Give a little

Or give  a lot

  give from the heart

  what you've got!

May be words of comfort

or a laugh or two

  something you made

something old or new

 

 It may be pearls of wisdom, 

 thoughts filled with hope

or  simple appreciation

or special ways to cope 

 Need not be  grand 
or monetary

 instead quite to
  the  contrary

 

 Well thought out

with good intention

a compliment

or kind  mention

Sandy the tweeter....acrylic art journal page!

 Pray for peace 
far and wide 
to the spirit
you abide 

Pray for peace, 
kindness too
A new direction
 long overdue!  

My heart is heavy for the state of our world.

What was to be a happy post soon turned.

For all my European blog friends I have no words

I hope your loved ones are safe and you are safe!

 Bunnies for our powder room. Simple acts of silly

can make me smile when life is so sad! 

All week I was working on bunnies...and yesterday

Cupcake picked  up these whimsical towels

at the dollar store of all places... Thank you

dear for bringing me cheer!

Thank you Cupcake  for this delectable

dessert carefully crafted with love!

 Cupcakes homemade Banana  xango Photo Credit Pepperpf

Photo Credit Pepperpf

Beardo and Cupcake in their favorite colour green 

converse runners, actually makes me happy! 

Unable to find hers in green, Cupcake used

acrylic mixed with fabric medium to paint  hers!

She even washes them in 

the machine and they turn out beautifully!

Lastly I wanted to share what 

 was one of my favorite candies  as a child

Sponge toffee. 

Here it's call Honeycomb toffee,

this is an easy recipe!!

We'll be making it for Easter!! 

Since we ALL love it!

Happy Easter for all who celebrate!

May your celebration be filled with love and laughter!

May you all be safe and warm!

For those who are alone...do something 

FABULOUS for yourself! You are so

worth it!!

Tell me something simple that brought you joy this week

during so much sadness!

Spring where we live!! Photo Credit Pepperpf

Peace to you this Christmas

Sunday scribblings this week is " Manifesto" and while I am all about the physical and emotional well being of Children. Peace is what I aspire to Manifest in my life!

I have been known to sport peace signs, on bags, ornaments, jewelry, purses, and even shoes. It's more important to me than most people understand. Christmas is a wonderful time to recognize that many children live without peace in their lives. Substance abuse is more rampant during the holidays,  at the brunt of it are children living in volatile environments! The stress of Christmas escalates incidence of abuse inflicted on women and children. So while I enjoy my Norman Rockwell Christmas dinner  I'll say a prayer for Peace hoping children can enjoy a holiday without fear of turmoil. Over and above material items we all need a soft place to fall, a place of peace and love, where joy can be born!  May you all enjoy the security of peace in your homes this season!

Blog Blast for Peace and the painted umbrella

Charity umbrella done for developmental disabilities in Memory of Jayna Brearly.

Today is annual peace globe day, where bloggers unite towards making a more peaceful world!

Had he lived it would be my fathers 89Th birthday. Such a peaceful man and loving dad despite the fact he was not privy to one himself. He would be proud to know how peaceful my life is now, and how wonderful his granddaughter turned out!

My mother has long passed away.

She dreamed of a classroom

Where children were taught empathy.
She’d be sad to know there are a mixing pot of families,

many who rarely say a kind word to each other in the home
Let alone teach their children empathy
or kindness towards one and other

Despite sending our children off
Well equipped with hugs, kisses 

a great lunch and  loving heart

Some children come to school
Empty, full of anger, sorrow, and disillusionment
There are those who believe isolating "good Children"

from  unfortunate victims of  chaotic unhealthy homes

Will  protect their kids

from being victimized, damaged or influenced

 I believe that neglected children need our love

our support, our compassion, and understanding

They need us to build their self esteem

Teach them kindness, give them hope

for a peaceful future despite any turmoil now.

We need to be that good influence  in their life

 Connect and care

We need to step up and step in

Lead the the way by example

 Because we can ALL make a difference in a child's life.

We can ALL work towards a better tomorrow

and a more peaceful world!

After all, Peace starts at home,

peace starts with you!

Too Sweet for Words

Do we fear our enemies more than we love our Children?
This vintage pin I picked up years ago at a flea market really defines how I think!
Since yesterdays post was too daunting and wordy today is a short post!
Check out this amazing video that a friend sent me. A very moving video well worth the couple of minutes it takes to watch!

Too Sweet for words Video

Blogblast for Peace

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You too can participate in Mimi's blogblast for Peace
Go here to see more Peace globes and find the blogs participating.

Peace Please
If ONE Mother's child dies
then the war is not worth it!
Would you have it be your child?

I feel extremely passionate about the need for World Peace. Having lived for a time void of personal peace, I realized there is truly no monetary value to replace tranquility.

I have many symbols hanging in my home, a reminder how privileged I am to reside in a Country where Peace is possible. A lifestyle honed, taught, and mirrored. How can you make your lifestyle more conducive to Peace?

Some people thrive on chaos, so how much peace do you need in your life? What would you sacrifice for peace?

I believe Peace starts at home, with me, then reverberates into the universe. My father was a peaceful man, even when provoked he took the high road. He ate lunch with the shunned homosexual, he proudly displayed framed prints of children from all nations, and fostered loving sibling relationships between his own brothers and sister as well as my brother and I. I'm so blessed that I was raised with his liberal perspective. For me that's the foundation of a peaceful existence!

I'm excited at the prospect of a new day!

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Old hope is rejuvenated
The world observes
awaiting transformation
With peace their salvation Angels sing an ode of love
adorned by wreaths of expectation
Carrying visions of peace Unity,
prosperity, and recovery

Faith, and promise are alive
in the sparkle of a child's eye
in the heart of a young adult venturing out
In the mind of the weary warrior,

Hands and hearts join together
with compassion and respect
for alternative views and lifestyles
Striving for harmony

Blooming beyond imagining
Nectar of the soul spews promise
to achieve success
nurtured by love and peace!

Peace Train! Please Join!

Anyone who knows me, is well aware that my favorite symbol is the peace sign. The word can also be found emblazoned in many areas of my home. A loving reminder of how fortunate I am to feel peace in my life! There have been tumultuous years where Peace was an untouchable luxury! Everyday I am so grateful for the peace I enjoy. I pray others around the world can know that same joy!

Jump on the bloggers for Peace Train! There is powers in numbers, please join the peace train so we can collectively make a difference! Visit Carols blog and sign on, then post this symbol to your side bar! Tell everyone you know! Let's give PEACE a Chance!

For anyone who hasn't seen " The U.S. VS John Lennon" be sure to rent the dvd. It's an excellent documentary on how his song "Give peace a chance" made an extensive contribution to ending the Vietnam War!