I was invited by Pat over at corn in my Coffee Pot
to be part of the Creative Blog Hop.....
I love visiting with Pat...
She is such an inspirational and thrifty gal.......
I love her down home and simple lifestyle....
Her creative process is making much with little...
I do believe that is a biblical characteristic....
and she is good at it.....
:)
So Here It Goes.......
WHAT AM I CURRENTLY WORKING ON.....
Way to many things....
Seriously.......
Here's just a few.......
We are still "slap dab"
(as we say here).....
in the middle of our remodel...
We are currently putting in a new bathroom....
in what use to be a walk-in closet
located in our Master bedroom...
Reveal coming soon......
Yeah we still have lots of work to do......
By the way...
We purchased our tub at
Habitat for Humanity...
Still in the box...
Brand new..
for $75.00
I consider my ministry opportunities a big part of my creative process...
I think it takes some real creativity to present Bible studies to
different people groups.....
Keeping it interesting.....
I teach a large diverse group of ladies
at the Federal Prison each Monday.....
I am also part of several other Community Bible study groups....
and involved with a group called REC...
Residents Encounter Christ......
I will be taking a journey with them this weekend
to a home for troubled teen girls....
I will be speaking on
"God is Calling".....
A lot of work, time and creativity
goes into each ministry opportunity I have...
In between all of this......
I have also managed to do a little Fall décor...
Here a pumpkin....
There a pumpkin...
and maybe a gourd or two...
I LOVE FALL!!!
Don't you?
HOW DOES MY WORK DIFFER FROM OTHERS IN MY GENRE?
I am not sure what my genre is....
My creative process as you read above comes in many forms.....
I simply love to put my hands to work....
and my brain...
and my heart.....
Ecclesiastes 9:10
Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might
Creating can be fulfilling, therapeutic and energizing
but it can also be frustrating....
The Bible helps me to keep my creativeness in perspective...
no matter what kind of creating you may do...
do it joyful.....
Do it recognizing all good things come from
the greatest creator of all...
God...
WHY DO I CREATE WHAT I DO?
Most of my creative process these days comes out of simple necessity....
It has to be done....
as in our remodel....
Our creativity is paying off...
slowly but surely...
Things are coming together.....
Other times...
Being creative...
Working with my hands..
brings me such pleasure...
Its therapeutic..
Like working in my garden...
It is also about allowing your creative juices to flow.....
Even though this wreath took hours...
I loved every minute of making it....
It is made from some old bibles and study books
that were falling apart...
I did not want to discard them.....
Now... I have them forever.....
A Keepsake...
Thanks for allowing me to share my creative juices with you...
No matter what you create...
How you create...
Just keep Creating......
May you be blessed!
to be part of the Creative Blog Hop.....
I love visiting with Pat...
She is such an inspirational and thrifty gal.......
I love her down home and simple lifestyle....
Her creative process is making much with little...
I do believe that is a biblical characteristic....
and she is good at it.....
:)
So Here It Goes.......
WHAT AM I CURRENTLY WORKING ON.....
Way to many things....
Seriously.......
Here's just a few.......
We are still "slap dab"
(as we say here).....
in the middle of our remodel...
We are currently putting in a new bathroom....
in what use to be a walk-in closet
located in our Master bedroom...
Reveal coming soon......
Yeah we still have lots of work to do......
By the way...
We purchased our tub at
Habitat for Humanity...
Still in the box...
Brand new..
for $75.00
I consider my ministry opportunities a big part of my creative process...
I think it takes some real creativity to present Bible studies to
different people groups.....
Keeping it interesting.....
I teach a large diverse group of ladies
at the Federal Prison each Monday.....
I am also part of several other Community Bible study groups....
and involved with a group called REC...
Residents Encounter Christ......
I will be taking a journey with them this weekend
to a home for troubled teen girls....
I will be speaking on
"God is Calling".....
A lot of work, time and creativity
goes into each ministry opportunity I have...
In between all of this......
I have also managed to do a little Fall décor...
Here a pumpkin....
There a pumpkin...
and maybe a gourd or two...
I LOVE FALL!!!
Don't you?
HOW DOES MY WORK DIFFER FROM OTHERS IN MY GENRE?
I am not sure what my genre is....
My creative process as you read above comes in many forms.....
I simply love to put my hands to work....
and my brain...
and my heart.....
Ecclesiastes 9:10
Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might
Creating can be fulfilling, therapeutic and energizing
but it can also be frustrating....
The Bible helps me to keep my creativeness in perspective...
no matter what kind of creating you may do...
do it joyful.....
Do it recognizing all good things come from
the greatest creator of all...
God...
WHY DO I CREATE WHAT I DO?
Most of my creative process these days comes out of simple necessity....
It has to be done....
as in our remodel....
When you are remodeling on a budget....
and on your own....
Trust me you learn to be very creative.....Our creativity is paying off...
slowly but surely...
Things are coming together.....
Being creative...
Working with my hands..
brings me such pleasure...
Its therapeutic..
Like working in my garden...
It is also about allowing your creative juices to flow.....
Even though this wreath took hours...
I loved every minute of making it....
It is made from some old bibles and study books
that were falling apart...
I did not want to discard them.....
Now... I have them forever.....
A Keepsake...
Thanks for allowing me to share my creative juices with you...
No matter what you create...
How you create...
Just keep Creating......
May you be blessed!
So enjoyed reading your post here friend! Everything in your home looks amazing inside and out! Wishing you a wonderful week! Nicole xo
ReplyDeleteI hope everything goes smoothly for your remodelling. What a blessing it must be for you to be involved in so many Bible studies. It sounds wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI love Fall too, my favorite time of year!
ReplyDeleteThat was so nice learning a little more about you. You sound really busy and good luck with the remodeling of the bathroom. Fall is such a pretty time of year. Take care.
ReplyDeleteJukie
One "Creative" you didn't mention is the joy you create in others. I always leave your blog feeling good. Loved the pictures today. I have not and won't do any outside until I come home from the beach.
ReplyDeleteHi Patty~
ReplyDeleteCan I just tell you that you inspire me! I really love your scriptures, that is truly what they should look like . . . I love all the book marks, the underlining, and the bent corners. Those are scriptures that have been read and loved! Teaching is such a great calling, it takes a special person to do what you do. You will be very blessed!
Remodeling is such a fun process, but hard at the same time. Good luck with your bathroom, it will be gorgeous! Your home is just beautiful, so much charm and personality!
Happy Fall!
Hugs,
Barb
You are one busy gal. Your house is so pretty...good luck with the bathroom.
ReplyDeleteFarmhouse hugs,
Cindy
I think creativity blossoms brightly in the fall! I call it "the cozy season." I don't spend less time indoors when the weather cools, but I spend more time making/designing/writing when I'm indoors. Happy remodeling --- what fun!
ReplyDeleteWonderful way to learn a little more about you and your current projects. I participated in a similar blog hop not too long ago and it was so much fun. You are very brave to take on a bathroom remodel but the end result will be true joy and gratification. Love the progress Patty.
ReplyDeleteWishing you a lovely autumn. Also my favorite time of year. Thank you for your visit. I do appreciate your sweet and kind words.
Janet
I can feel the faith, love and joy in this post. Thank you for sharing such a personal mission.
ReplyDeleteYou have got to tell me how to make the wreath. I have my daddy's old sermons, boxes and boxes. I love it! i love your Fall decor. Love, love the colored pumpkins. You are such a blessing to me and so many others. An inspiration for sure! Thanks for sharing. Love this!
ReplyDeleteWhat a pleasure getting to know you better, Patty.
ReplyDeletePraise the Lord, for your willingness to share His Word in many Bible study ministries. Your heart must be so blessed as you reach out to others in the name of Jesus.
I always enjoy viewing your beautiful garden.
Sweet blessings to you.
Joy! Debbie
I enjoyed Your post and learning more about You.I always like hearing how God uses each of Us in different ways and speaks to Us each individually concerning all things things.
ReplyDeleteI just got an e-mail that said postmaster couldn't deliver My message to You.I wonder what that means some times. I sent You a message earlier today-Did You get it ?
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun post to read and get to know more about you. I love seeing your beautiful home and learning how you live your life and set an example for other Christian women...especially bloggers. Love seeing your projects and creative pursuits, too! Sweet hugs, Diane
ReplyDeleteHi!
ReplyDeleteYou're such a sweetie to say all those nice things about me... and Yep... a day late and dollar short, here I am just getting here to see your wonderful post!
I loved reading about your creativity...and of course your passion for the Almighty God and His word!
thanks for sharing and participating.
Pat
Your home and creations are just gorgeous, Patty! And such rewarding ministries you are involved in! Great to "visit" with you again.. missed ya! -Tammy
ReplyDeleteI love fall, too. Can't wait to see the changing leaves. So enjoyed seeing all of your autumn decor. You're inspiring me. Wishes for a great week!
ReplyDeleteVery inspiring and fun to hear how your creativity comes about, Patty. We are pretty much DIYers, too, and that gives such a sense of accomplishment and pride. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletePatti, what a blessing you are to many people in your life. Preparing a study and sharing the Word of God with others is such a ministry! Blessings to you as you bless others!
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