Have You Missed Me? My Posts are at Orangespiralarts.com

HI All,
I see that people are still visiting my blog here.  That makes me happy, however, I would be even more pleased if you would join me on my new site, Orange Spiral Arts.  Today I have a special invitation just for mamas, moms, mothers, mommies, of any age.  You can find that invitation here.

Here's a little clue:

I hope to see you over at Orange Spiral Arts!  

Blessings and Peace,

Briana

Follow Me to Orange Spiral Arts (My New Site)

HI All,
I have moved over to my new site now.  At Orange Spiral Arts, I will be blogging more regularly than I did here.  I will be blogging about art, inspiration, photography, art journaling, etc.  It would make me really, really pleased if you would "follow me", literally and figuratively.
I have two posts up so far.  The first is about Rachel Awes, and the second is about a "Color Me Happy" scrapbooking line.  I hope to really "wow" you with the content and frequency of my posts over at Orange Spiral Arts.  See you there!
Blessings and Peace,
Briana

happy TUESDAY

just a little hello to you from a little cutie pie. hope all is well with you!
blessings,
Briana

Ch, Ch, Ch Changes

Changes are on the horizon here at Courageously Creating.  I am working on a new site over at TypePad to go along with my small business.  The site isn't quite ready yet, so the web address is still a secret.  However, I hope to make a big announcement soon!
One of the offerings I will have on the new site are e-courses.  I am so excited to be able to teach online classes.  I have taken many myself, over the past couple of years, and have found them extremely nourishing to the soul.  My e-courses will be centered around various modes of creative expression.  For example, think of relieving stress through guided meditation, the fun of using art materials, and reflective journaling. You will be getting in touch with your creative side, you will be enjoying the process, and you will be making new friends.  It's going to be AWESOME!
So, I hope you stay tuned . . .
Please sign up on the email list so I can keep you informed.
Subscribe to the Orange Spiral Arts newsletter I am really excited!
Blessings to you,
Briana

PS  Here's a sneak peek

Where Are the Baby Pictures? Here They Are!

 Sweet Toe Kisses from Daddy

 Sleepy Snuggles with Dad

 Nana Visits

 MiMa and Gavin

My little man is 8 weeks old now.  I can't believe it.  Each day he grows and changes.  You really can't blink an eye, can you, during these precious early weeks?  I am sure it is like that for their whole lives.  It is good to be present and enjoy each moment.  I certainly have been trying to pay attention and just love this baby up.  Thank you God, Universe, Great Spirit, Goddesses, and All That Is for bringing this sweet baby into our lives.

Planning and Reflecting

How about you? What would you like your 2013 to feel like?

Merry and Bright

Had a super winter solstice date with my husband on Friday. Now it is Sunday, and it's almost Christmas. I am looking forward to spending time with loved ones. It is pretty special for us this year, as we now have our sweet son to celebrate and celebrate with!
Wishing all of you beauty, joy, and peace this holiday season.
Many Blessings,
Briana

So Many Thoughts

I have been thinking. That is, I have been trying to think when I am not feeling totally overwhelmed with new mama hood. One thing I know is that I need to take pictures. I do it all of the time. People will know I am not quite feeling like myself if my cameras are put away.
Another thing is, I miss my art supplies. I think about them a lot. I know I will get to them sometime soon.
Finally, good writing pens have been on my mind. I have a tin full of pens by my journal, but the ones I love seem to have run out of ink. I really like Uniball pens and Pilot pens. I tend to write in black ink. On occasion, I will grab a turquoise or burgundy or orange pen. I used to love sepia colored ink that goes in the Rotring pens, but I found them kind of tricky to keep in proper working order.
Here is a current photo from today. Or maybe I will post a few.
Also, I am super excited about two books I received this week. The Things We Do by Aimee Dolich of www.Artsyville.com and All I Did Was Listen by Rachel Awes.
What have you been thinking about?
Blessings to you,
Briana

Baby Gavin

On a snowy Sunday morning, a little baby boy cries, stretches, eats, and dreams. All the while, his silly mommy documents it all with her iPhone.
What are you up to today?

Good Morning Good Night

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I Am the One Who

Feels so lucky to be living this life, right here, right now. Every moment is precious. This first week has not been easy. My husband and are walking around with puffy eyes and white faces from stress and like of sleep. However, we are happy. We are grateful. We love our "petite and precious" baby boy. We are learning as we go. Our hearts are full of love.
Wishing you all a heart full of love, too.
Blessings,
Briana