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Friday, May 28, 2010

Hearing the Stories....

Based on my last post I should be blogging about this exciting day's figure eight loops- my family's movement through life's cycles- little eights.  The school changes are special (Clare is learning about the intermediate school (4th grade) and sally "graduates" from preschool this morning.  And I'm really looking forward to toasting a dear friend at a great place with good people around as she turns 40 at dinner tonight. 

But the things I have to share is the stories I heard yesterday, the opportunity to be enveloped- is that the right word- yes- I was comforted like a beautiful fabric- in the stories of these quilts- these amazing pieces of art.  You won't want to miss the opportunity to take in this art work at THE Works-details below, opening tonight- but try hard to meet and know the artist (Mary Helen Fernadez Stuart) or her family and friends- have them tell you what they know about the pieces!

Our community is a beautiful place and this art's show demonstrates that point in lovely ways.....

Whispers & Echoes of Women's Work: Public Reception

Friday, May 28 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: The Works Main Art Gallery
Admission is FREE

The Works welcomes Mary Helen Fernandez Stewart's Whispers and Echoes of Women's Works exhibit to the Main Art Gallery on May 28th with a Public Reception from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. giving visitors the opportunity to meet and talk with this fascinating artist who makes her marks with a needle and thread. Stewart has been making her works of art for more than 25 years. She has traveled and shown her work in Australia, Mexico, New Zealand, France, England, Italy and Greece as well as throughout the United States.  This Show will be at THE WORKS through July 30.

Monday, May 17, 2010

Figure Eights...

I'm sure you've heard (or read) my thoughts on life being "figure eights" and I'm looping back to another side...I'm returning to work.  I've loved being on the "stay at home mom" side of the 'eight" these past five years- I've made amazing friends, enjoyed fabulous time with the kids and family and engaged in our community in ways work didn't allow.   My theory on "figure eights" is also the motion- we're in motion, we're not standing still, we're drawn to things, we move away from things only to often return.

My figure eight motion right now not only draws me back to work, but to a place my family loves- THE WORKS! We come and go a great deal from this key place in our central ohio community.  I'm in week two and grateful for the opportunity to serve, learn, play, build and benefit.  The kids are excited and supportive. It is all happening and falling into place with such ease thanks to great care providers/friends that know the kids!  I'm grateful for the kind words, offers to assist and celebrate this exciting time for the Leithausers on newark-granville road. I'll keep you posted on this new perspective!

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Thank you and Ahhhh.....

"Let out our breath" Ahhhhh- that is what I'm feeling this morning.  A fellow board member (who also lives on Newark-Granville Road) summed up my own feeling very well with the point about letting out our breath...it is wonderful to have the community's participation and support to pass the GPL library levy! The shared work continues with the upcoming strategic plan and other library business! I'm also so happy for our over all community-Licking County Library's levy passed too- hoorayyyyy!

On a personal note I'm so grateful for this amazing learning opportunity. I've gained so much insight and perspective on individual's talents and gifts, leadership and group dynamics- things that fascinate me. The opportunity to serve Granville and assist with the Licking County campaign has taught me things that will stay with me and serve me well.

I feel for the many that worked on levy campaigns that didn't pass.  Don't give up- take the passion and care for your organiztion or cause and keep going! One of my lessons in the past few months is that the challenge of finding funding is like the search for the perfect golf swing, runner's high, the dog chasing his tail- it is never ending, unique and the reward is in the pursuit!



Monday, May 3, 2010

VOTE This week- Tuesday!

What time are you voting tomorrow- Tuesday, May 4th?  It seems hard to believe that the day is here- we've been talking about this date on Newark-Granville Road for quite some time! I'm so grateful to all those supporting the Library Levies- for those in the Granville School district we're issue number 4 on the ballot, for those served by Licking County Libraries- Issue 12, anyone in Homer reading this- you're on the ballot too and I hope you'll vote to support your library.  Want to know where your voting location is: http://voterfind.tzo.org/lickingoh/pollfinder.aspx

Voters and Libraries make communities better places too- so be involved, share your voice and Vote tomorrow for your library!

Saturday, May 1, 2010

Derby Wrap Up.....

****Dishes left at Derby can be picked up in the green house- door is open! We still have some "earnings" to distribute!!  THANK YOU to everyone for the amazing participation- food was fabulous, kids just darling playing and engaging with one another and another fun race.  This event is something we love to do. We missed friends will ill kids, sporting events, etc...1st Saturday in May 2011 - save the date for the fun again!  Anyone who missed the race or wants more details visit: http://www.kentuckyderby.com/

Derby is extra special when it not only falls on the 1st Saturday in May but also the 1st day in May!  The strawberries are dipped in chocolate,  the mint is steeping in the simple syrup and the kids are out to their activities (thank you Nana/Pap and friends) and the calm before the storm has settled in.....do I dare type that with the forecast?!! On Newark-Granville Road I'm getting ready to put on my rain boots and help ward it off- we're prepared with our tent and will figure out what we need to do with what the day brings! Looking forward to sharing this special, fun day that brings really good people together.