Saturday, January 30, 2010

Evolution


WATCH THIS VIDEO!

This video is facinating. Every woman, child and man should view it. I knew that there was touch up work performed by magazines but to see the entire process and the exaggerated changes they can produce is stunning.

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I came accross this video clip via a former college friend, Stasia Wimmer, who is trained in teaching children proper behavior and etiquette. Her courses for children are geared towards helping to empower children and creating confidence. What a valuable resource.

Please visit her site: http://www.stasiawimmer.com/

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Friday, January 29, 2010

There is Something About a Man Who Wears Cowboy Boots


I don't know what it is - but "it is!" There is something about a man who wears cowboy boots that I find totally appealing. Is it that rugged, old, wild west thing? Or maybe it conveys someone that isn't afraid to work hard and get a little dirty in the process. WHO KNOWS?!


I love my cowboy boots. I only have two pair. I say only, because that might not seem very impressive to real collectors. I have two pair of Lucchese boots. One pair is very special for me, as my dad bought them for me while I was a sophomore in high school - THAT WAS TWENTY TWO (22) YEARS AGO. I am still wearing them - ALL THE TIME. He told me when he bought me those boots that they were very nice and if I took good care of them I would have them forever. Well, I guess I took good care of them! This past Christmas I wore my boots back home. One morning while staying at my parents, my dad looked down at my boots and asked "are those the Lucchese's we got you years ago?" I laughed and said "yes!" He was mighty impressed that I had held onto them and was still prancing around in them.


I have been gently begging my husband Art to invest in a pair of boots. I just think he would look so good in them. I think he would really have fun wearing them too. They are such an easy and relaxed style which is totally the way he likes to dress. I haven't made much progress on the husband front. I am not giving up!!


In the meantime, I put my energy on the other man in my life, "Little, Big Jack." I bought him is first pair of cowboy boots for Christmas. Talk about the cutest thing ever. When I first shoved them over his chunker cheese calves and he stood up - he wobbled and cried and fell. Then we tried again a few more times and he was off and running. Now they are his favorite accessory. His round chunker cheeks turn bright red and his eyes glitter when I pull out his boots.

It melts my heart every time.


I am telling you...there is something about a man who wears cowboy boots.


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Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Exercise to Protect Aging Bodies — and Brains

Exercise to Protect Aging Bodies — and Brains

My husband Art researched this further and found that "balance and toning excercises" are light weights w/ high reps. While, "resistance training" is lifting until failure.
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Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Doodle Time


Many people ask me (quite often) "what do you do?" As a jewelry designer, the tasks are plentiful but the best part of my job is being able to sit down in a quiet space and sketch. That time has become more precious and harder to come by the last three years. I wish that I could share with you what I am working on presently - but that probably wouldn't be a good idea! I will keep it quiet until the product is complete.


However, I do have some older sketches of designs that are for sale on our website, http://www.saintbysarahjane.com/. We have just loaded quite few of these doodles onto our newly launched Facebook page. We thought it would be fun for you to see the variety and style of conceptualization that takes place before the product is made. There are a lot not so pretty (aka: sloppy) sketches thrown out onto the paper - just to make sure I get the idea down before it floats away. I can always go back to it later and develop it and expand on the concept. Finally I end up w/ a nice, clean technical drawing (which I don't post for fans because that is like giving away the recipe - right?!)!:)


To my dismay, we have mountains of conceptual drawings neatly tucked away into three ring binders - just itching to be made. It is very frustrating to be on my end of the process and see all these ideas buried on top of one another and not being able to produce them. It makes me sad. I suppose it is just like being a shopper and not being able to buy everything that you want. You have to edit and make choices for a variety of reasons. I have never been much of an "editor!"

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Monday, January 25, 2010

We Need Your Photos For Facebook!


Please send us a photo of yourself wearing your Saint pieces so we can upload them onto our Facebook page - or - better yet, why not become a fan and send your photo directly to our page?

The first five people to do so, will receive a 20% off coupon towards their next online purchase.

Thanks for your support!



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SAINT IS NOW ON FACEBOOK!!

Facebook, Inc.Image via Wikipedia

Saint By Sarah Jane is now a member of Facebook. Please go check out our page and sign up to be a fan.

We will do our best to entertain you, educate you and inform you on all that is going on with Saint and those of us that are involved with the brand.

Check out the discussion board, the photos and I even loaded some of my sketches.

If you have anything you want to know or see or learn about us just write!!

Thanks!!
Sarah Jane
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Friday, January 22, 2010

Twenty Second Hug

Motherhood has its moments and I am getting my fill lately. WOW! I had NO CLUE how challenging my days would be.

Darling Lily has been testing me to all ends this past week. My husband Art and I finally figured out that the erratic behavior stems from he and I implementing "hug time" for the two of us every morning and evening. Basically we agreed to greet each other first thing every morning and evening w/ a twenty second hug. It helps us reconnect and start and finish our days feeling special. It gives us a moment to decompress. We also like to have our hug in front of our children so that they are able to witness our affection and love for one another. I wouldn't say that we haven't been loving and affectionate up until now - but "hug time" is probably more pronounced for them.

Well, I love "hug time!" Lily, however is not liking it!! Oh my - she is letting me know how she really feels in a variety of ways throughout our day.

Let's see, where do I begin with this weeks events.....wetting her pants, pooping her pants, hitting, kicking, screaming and not eating. What happened to my little baby? I told Art last night that there was no way we are giving up "hug time." She is going to have to work through it. I am trying to help her. I have been giving her extra attention through out the day and more hugs than she can stand. Today I saw signs of improvement....ahhhhh.....but then sweet little Jack, bless his heart, made up for her moment of peace by reaching up onto the kitchen table and pouring Lily's milk over his head. Mind you this is right after his bath and thirty minutes before we were to leave for his eighteen month check up. YEAH. Back to the tub. Thanks Jacky!

When I talk about these episodes, I can definitely release some of the stress of it all. I think to myself "why does this stuff make me so tired? When I reflect on it - what is the big deal?" I guess when it is day after day and it is such a physical and mental job - it can make you think you are losing your mind. NOT KIDDING.

Which brings me full circle - back to "hug time." The twenty second hug means so much to me because it is my turn to be taken care of (for twenty seconds) and to feel understood, appreciated, loved. It reminds me that even though I spend my day alone with the kids that Art and I are parents together and we support each other. I love hug time because it is an opportunity for me to show Art how much I appreciate all he does for us and that he is a great husband and father. Twenty second hugs rock!

Thursday, January 21, 2010

Weather Forecast: Massive Rain Followed By An Old Friend!

Like many parts of the country, we are getting hit with some 'extreme weather' today. In our case it is massive rain, high wind gusts (that would put my home town of Wichita, KS to shame) and even a tornado warning.

When the weather is this dramatic, and the type of drama is unpredictable, you aren't sure how your day is going to play out.

I am very happy to report that today was a really good day. Why? Well, I met a long, lost friend today for lunch at a new restaurant called "The Parlor." I hadn't seen her for about six years. How did we reconnect? Well, of course, on Facebook! :)

Catching up with her was just what the doctor ordered. She was the same lovely friend that I remembered. It was so nice to visit with someone that took as much of an interest in my experiences as I did hers. I genuinely enjoyed our conversation.

We were never really super close friends but we always liked each other and seemed to have a good time together - Light, easy, fun. Makes me wonder why and how we lost touch. We laughed about how different our lives were at that time - meaning; she having two tottlers and I a road warrior, traveling the country six months out of the year promoting my collection.

Now her girls have stabilized and are in school full time and I am the mom with the two tots! I told her today "I had NO CLUE what you were dealing with! You were amazing!" I joked about how she was wrestling her two darlings while I was contemplating designer shoes and lipstick colors! Gee, no wonder we lost touch!

Even though we planned our lunch date before we knew the weather forecast, I would like to think that all the rain brought in a renewed friendship for the both of us.


PS The Parlor was great! It was my first time to try it and I will definitely go back. Delicious and nice design.


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Sunday, January 17, 2010

Take A Nap!

Are you tired?
Are you blue?

Are you in a fog?
Don't know what to do?

TAKE A NAP!

Is your skin dry?
Do your joints ache?

Are you eating but not hungry?
For goodness sake...

TAKE A NAP!

Are you acting childish?
Perhaps a crank?

Are you making errors?
No gas in the tank?

TAKE A NAP!

Written By Sarah Jane Bourque (who is going to go take a nap)

Thursday, January 14, 2010

Taking Time Out For Others

My friend Hester and I made a visit to the St. Mary's Food Bank last Thursday. We both had been there before - but it had been quite some time. In the midst of all the holiday cheer, we were both chatting at a Christmas party about how we felt a little empty inside. So much hustle and bustle and toys and kids and parties and traveling and so on. We were both getting a little bit too much of the good life and knew that it would be good for our souls to give of our time in much more meaningful way. During our conversation, Hester suggested we take an afternoon and head down to the food bank and help out. We were so excited. I hadn't done anything hands on to help those in need in too long of a time and I think she was itching to do some good as well.

We organized our babysitters, aka 'Gammy's -R- Us,' and made our way there for the afternoon. Well, needless to say we had a very rewarding time and received a lot out of the day. I spent the afternoon preparing and handing out emergency bags of food for people who were in real need. Hester spent her time visiting with and registering those who needed food. By the time we had to go home we both agreed that it was something we'd like to continue doing. We agreed that we would visit the food bank once a month for an afternoon of volunteering.

I felt as though I was really needed and appreciated while I was there helping. I also felt so grateful to go home to a healthy, loving family in a nice warm home where the food is enriching and bountiful.


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Monday, January 11, 2010

Part III: What is the History of Saint?

Saint was established July 31st, 1997. Everything did not just fall into place. We had no production, we had no "collection" per say and we had no stores. What we did have was a lot of excitement!

My first design samples were cute. The very first piece was the Casa Cross which is still a strong seller in the line today. It was inspired by my move to the desert. In addition to the Casa Cross, I created a cowgirl angel (Trella), a cowboy frog (Jeramiah) and a cowboy elephant (Peanut). These pieces really helped us get our feet wet. We actually still produce and sell all of these designs to this day.

In addition to working on our first designs, I did a lot of research. I looked at a lot of other designers work, shopped a lot of stores and museums ....looking at a ton of jewelry. I was trying to discover my own look and inspiration. What I walked away with was a need to create a collection that made the person wearing my jewelry feel happy and warm. I also wanted people who looked at one of my designs being worn on another person to feel happy when they looked at them. My idea was to create pieces that could create connections between the wearer and the actual piece of jewelry as well as those around them. It was very important that the pieces had a story behind them with some sort of meaning that the wearer could relate to. I also wanted the quality and design of the pieces to be so exceptional that they would stand the test of time and trends and could be passed down from generation to generation. I liked the idea of mothers and daughters passing their Saint pieces down to one another and the pieces would always have intrinsic value as well as a strong design aesthetic.

After I had figured out what the concept was for my collection, we all agreed we needed a name. I was never comfortable using my name for the collection. I preferred using a different name that had meaning and could work well with the product. My parents and I settled on "Saint." We liked that it was a strong word. When we hear the word "Saint" we think of someone who is very strong and has integrity and character. We also liked that it was graphically very strong and easy to remember. So there it was!

My first real collection was actually the blossom. I named the collection the Tuilleries Collection and it was a total of four pieces (ring, cuff, earring and pendant). My next grouping of about six styles was with the bee (Buzz) which is what Saint is most well known for today.

Meanwhile, my parents and I are dealing with the fact that we have no production capabilities and everything we are doing right now is in the basement of a very talented jewelers home in Kansas!

After having our samples made of the bee and blossoms designs we were determined to get into some stores. We made an appointment with Neiman Marcus jewelry buyers to show them our collection. We were thrilled that they loved the line but regretfully said "you only have a handful of styles here. You will need at least sixty to eighty pieces to fill one of our cases." They politely asked us to stay in touch and come back when we have our collection completed. WOW!

We all worked relentlessly the next four months and we came up with enough styles to merit a second meeting with the buyers. This time they were pleased with the collection but said it is brand new and never tested in the market and asked us to test it in their stores for the next six months by doing trunk shows at all their stores. So, for the next six months we traveled with the collection to all the stores and introduced Saint to the company. All said and done, after working out a lot of kinks and surrounding ourselves with people that had experience in the jewelry business we were able to launch Saint in eleven doors the following season.

Exceedingly pleased with opening our new account, we had to deal with the issue of being able to actually fulfill orders. While all of this was going on, I was trying to find someone in Phoenix to make my designs and having no luck. Everyone I worked with was either not up to the skill level that we needed, or were not able to handle the ammout of pieces we would be needing or they would start out with great quality work but it would slowly regress. I was extremely frustrating. In the meantime, my parents continued to work with the same jeweler in Kansas and he was producing excellent work. We finally decided to just do the manunfacturing ourselves in Kansas, and invested in our own equipment and jewelers. This enabled us to created quality, handmade designs in the United States at our own whim.

The business operates as such from there on out. The most significant changes are the addition of my sister Ashley and my brother-in-law Lance to the business. They both have played integral roles in keeping Saint running and thriving. I would be remiss if I didn't mention Sara G. who heads up our production and accounts (she is quite a woman).

Now thirteen years later in our journey, we are proud to still be in business and we count our blessings everyday. We value every sale and every customer. Our relationship with our customers is extremely important to us. We want our customers to not only enjoy their Saint pieces but to enjoy their experience with Saint. It goes hand in hand with each piece we sell.

If you have any questions or want to learn more about Saint please feel free to write me!


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Saturday, January 9, 2010

Calling All Kappa Kappa Gamma Girls!


Anyone who knows a Kappa or is indeed a Kappa girl, knows that their symbol is the owl.
Every Kappa girl needs to know about the Saint By Sarah Jane owl. I created my little owl (named 'Eyeballs') about seven years ago. For me he is a symbol of wisdom and insight.
'Eyeballs' is handmade in the United States from sterling silver and 18k gold. His eyes are highlighted with round ruby gemstones.
Please check out the Saint By Sarah Jane website for the full line of owl pieces. They are perfect for all Kappa Kappa Gammas!
Treat yourself or the Kappa girl in your life!
Featured above is the Longfellow Toggle Necklace made of sterling silver and 18k gold w/ ruby eyes.

Friday, January 8, 2010

Part II: What Made Me Want to Become a Jewelry Designer? How I Got From A to B!

After I graduated from college I moved to New York City and began working as a design associate for the most AMAZING artist and designer, Barry Kieselstein-Cord. To have the opportunity to work under his influence for four years after college was a very formative experience. When I moved to New York City, my intentions were to dive deep into the world of fashion. I was twenty two years old and soooo excited about my career. Well - life has unexpected surprises and my introduction to Barry Kieselstein-Cord was one of the most wonderful!

Prior to moving to New York City, I was planning on studying abroad in Paris, France. I was enrolled in an overseas program that focused soley on the fine art of haute couture. The program was specifically geared towards studying all the great coutiers in Paris and potentially meeting a few, as well as visiting their salons. Words cannot describe how excited I was!! Well, before I left for my Parisian excursion, my mom thought it would be fun if she and I and my sister Ashley all took a trip to Sante Fe, New Mexico. One afternoon, we were eating lunch at Cafe Pasqual's and a stunning woman walked up to our table and asked me where I had purchased my belt buckle. I was wearing a Barry Kieselstein-Cord bunny buckle. It was one of his earliest buckles -and it was also my moms! I laughed and told her that it was actually my moms. My mom and I were fumbling w/ the pronunciation of Barry's last name and we kept laughing. She laughed and introduced herself as CeCe, Barry's wife and then pointed to Barry sitting at a table near by. She was extremely kind to us as my mom explained she purchased the buckle many years ago at the Beverly Hills Neiman Marcus. CeCe then explained that it was indeed an older buckle and when they saw me wearing it they were concerned that it was a knock off! Soooo, to make a long story short, upon my moms insistence, I went up to Mr. Cord and introduced myself. I remember being a total, nervous wreck! He was very kind and encouraging about my moving to New York City and he actually suggested that I contact him when I arrived. Well, upon returning home from our trip, being the young 'eager beaver' that I was, I immediately wrote him a letter of appreciation and inserted a few of my sketches for his enjoyment! I thought "Gosh, you never know!"

It turns out that you really don't ever know! I received a call from his assistant a month later requesting to come by for an actual meeting and interview when I made it to New York. WOW! OH! WOW! I was flabberghasted! When I finally made it to New York, I had some decent interviews lined up w/ various designers. However the one I was most excited about was his. I had so much respect for his creativity, his choice to use the finest materials and the high quality, artisan craftsmanship in each one of his designs. I remember thinking it would be like going to graduate school in design if I had the opportunity to work under him. Really, it would be a very unique experience. The idea of having an experience like that became a reality after our meeting. I was walking on clouds, as he had offered me the opportunity to work on the development of his exclusive, couture handbag collection.

I spent the next four years at his studio. I absolutely loved my job. I truly enjoyed working with Barry. He was funny, fun, creative and I was always captivated by the way his mind worked when it came to developing concepts.

However, after living in New York City for four years, I was struggling to find peace within myself. Although I was very happy with my career and all that I was involved with, my personal life was not so good. I was a lonely. I missed my midwestern roots. I missed my family. I missed blue skies and quiet life. My parents had recently purchased a home in Arizona and invited me out for a visit. I think from the moment I stepped off the plane and onto the tarmack I was sold on desert life. I instantly loved it. I instantly wanted to be in Arizona all the time. I loved the saguaros, the skies, the wide open spaces, the tumble weeds, the road runners, the hiking, the mountains and the weather wasn't so bad either! :)

It was then that I knew where I wanted to be. I wanted to be near my family. To think my whole life all I had wanted to do was to move far away to New York City and I finally made it there and I realized that I wanted to move back close to home! Call me complicated! I remember privately bursting into tears with my mom during my visit. I shared with her my unhappiness. I explained that I didn't even realized how unhappy I was until I arrived here! I returned home to New York with the seed planted. My dilemma was that I loved my job and my career but personally I wasn't doing so great. I had to figure out how to continue being creative, doing something that I loved but where I would be happy.

On a subsequent visit with my parents, over breakfast my father suggested that I try designing jewelry. He felt it would be something that I would be good at and enjoy. He felt that he and my mom could help me with starting a collection/business of our own. He said he always wanted to do something fun like that and was excited to give it a try. He was approaching retirement from a career as a periodontist that had many years of experience in wax, model making and casting. In addition, he was a successful businessman on an array of avenues. My mom used to be a jewelry designer and was quite good! She had her own business while I was in grade school and high school. She started out making clay pieces and eventually sterling silver. Her designs were sold in a few stores locally as well as a Saks Fifth Avenue. Combining my design skills with my moms and my dads business sense and periodontal background, the three of us decided that we all had something great to contribute.

It still astounds me that my parents believed in my talents enough to partake in an endeavor of starting a business together, while having my ideas and inspirations being the cornerstone of the business. They are two crazy people! :)

To summarize, "What made me want to become a jewelry designer?" The answer is probably that I wanted to become a jewelry designer because it sounded like a lot of fun and it meant that I would potentially be a much happier person because I would be able to do what I enjoy most, which is to be creative and to live where I would be most happy - in Arizona with my family close by!

I am very happy in my life today and I love being a jewelry designer. I wouldn't have it any other way. What I love most about being a jewelry designer is that it is such a personal experience. Designing clothing is so much fun - but being able to create a special ring or pendant has an intrinsic value to me. When I create a piece of jewelry for someone, I know that it is going to have meaning to them. I love that it is made out precious materials. I love that it may be a sentimental token given or purchased with symbolism behind it. Knowing that one of my jewelry designs could potentially be passed on for generations out of love and family and friendship is very fulfilling. Jewelry, unlike most clothing, evokes strong personal emotions and it has a pyschological effect that is heartfelt. As I say, I like to think of my designs as small embraces.

Stay tuned for Part III: " What is the History of Saint?"
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Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Part I: What Made Me Want to Become A Designer?

This is a question I get asked quite a bit. To be honest, I wanted to be a fashion designer since I was in junior high. I always had an affection for clothing and accessories. My mother laughs as she reflects over my youth and says "it was so obvious in retrospect that you were interested in fashion even as a young girl - but I never realized it at the time." She remembers how, as an adolescent, I was constantly trying on my clothes and mixing and matching them. I would continually be organizing and "merchandising" my closet. One of the things I loved to do was to venture into my moms closet and create new looks for her to wear. She would lay on her bed and I would put together outfits for her to wear. She would challenge me to coordinate ensembles with items that she found herself not wearing. I was hooked on fashion magazines. At that time in my life I slaved over Vogue Magazine, W Magazine and of course Seventeen Magazine. I loved putting together notebooks of tear sheets of my favorite fashion shoots. My closet walls were filled w/ tear outs of looks that I thought were interesting or creative. I had to wear a uniform to school. I think that almost encouraged my creativity. Trying so hard to find a way to be fashionable and unique while adhering to a school dress code was definitely a challenge I was up for. We had "free dress" day the last Friday of each month and I would spend the three weeks prior figuring out what to wear for that one day!! Oh to be sixteen again!

For me, the idea of becoming a fashion designer or studying fashion design was a total mirage. I never even considered a career in fashion or let alone a degree. It was just too "New York" - and that was soooo over my little head! I grew up in a lovely midwestern town of 400,000 people and although times have definitely changed, at that time, fashion was just not a serious career topic! I recall taking a sewing class at my high school, Kapaun Mount Carmel, and I remember the nun who taught the class, Sister Lucy, just thought I was a wild woman with the dress pattern I chose and fabric I purchased. Fashion was a joyful passion and hobby. It was never something I considered taking seriously because a career opportunity in that area was just not in my environment.

The reality finally sunk in when I was attending my second college, The Savannah College of Art and Design (I attended Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska my freshman year), and was pursuing a degree in interior design. I just wasn't "into it" like I had thought I would be. I was working part time in a clothing store on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina and just loved, loved, loved clothing! Still! It just finally hit me that I needed to be studying fashion design...not communication, not interior design....FASHION! That is when it all came together for me. I immediately transferred schools for my third and last time. I received my bachelors degree from Woodbury University with a degree in fashion design. I loved every minute of school from there on out. I excelled in all my classes and graduated with honors. Go figure!

Stay tuned for Part II: What Made Me Want to Become A Jewelry Designer?

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Sunday, January 3, 2010

Saint By Sarah Jane Retailers


Saint By Sarah Jane jewelry is available online and through many fine retailers. Saint is very proud to be affiliated with the following retailers throughout the country. Saint is proud of the excellent service they provide to our customers.
If you are interested in carrying Saint By Sarah Jane in your store or you know of a store in your city that you think is a good match for Saint please feel free to contact us! We love referrals!


NEIMAN MARCUS: Newport Beach, CA

NEIMAN MARCUS: San Diego, CA
NEIMAN MARCUS: Scottsdale, AZ
NEIMAN MARCUS: Tampa Bay, FL
NEIMAN MARCUS: Atlanta, GA
NEIMAN MARCUS: Northbrook, IL
NEIMAN MARCUS: St. Louis, MO
NEIMAN MARCUS: White Plains, NY
NEIMAN MARCUS: Charlotte, NC
NEIMAN MARCUS: Willowbend / Plano, TX
NEIMAN MARCUS: Tysons / Mclean, VA
I LOVE COLORS: Scottsdale, AZ
4 & 20 BLACKBIRDS: Manhatten, KS
S. BURKE JEWELERS AND BRIDAL REGISTRY: Burlington, NC
GODFREY JEWELERS: Raleigh, NC
BARN STAR HOME: Easton, PA
TRES MARIPOSAS: El Paso, TX
MATTERS OF THE HEART: Salado, TX
J & G JEWELERS: Bedford, TX
MAERTONS: Solomon, MD
THE PLAID GIRAFFE: Wichita, KS
To make direct contact with any of our retailers please visit our website under store locator for their contact information.
Featured is the Trenza Cross with lemon citrine. 18k gold and stering silver. Also featured in the Large Trenza Ring and the Trenza Bracelet. Copyright 2010.




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Saturday, January 2, 2010

Resolutions Abound!


Happy New Year!
As I write today, the first thing that comes to mind is all the people exercising, cleaning out closets, cutting back on the treats, tending to their yards and for the first time in months writing in their journals.
Right? Right!
Me too!
It is exciting to get started on the new year. Most of us are busy reassessing ourselves and the the new year ahead with the best intentions.
Then as the months drag on we find other things taking priority over going to the gym every night. Situations take place such as; there might be a really good movie on and our precious journal that we were so loyal to for the first six weeks suddenly gets tossed aside for "tomorrow." Before you know it the journal is obselete, the workouts are minimal (to say the least), all those nice, neat rows in your closet have become "abstract." :)
Well, for those of you that do NOT know the story behind the bee and why I chose my bee design to be a symbol of overcoming obstacles - now is a good time to share it!
Aerodynamically, a bee should not be able to fly. A bees body weighs eight times its wings size. Therefore, the bee defies the laws of gravity (physics). My bee, named "Buzz," is a reminder that YOU can DO ANYTHING that YOU set your mind too.
Keep Buzz in mind this year when you are trying to stay true to your goals and commitments! Better yet, wear Buzz around your wrist all the time to keep you in line!
Featured today is the "Darby Sterling Silver Toggle Bee Bracelet." All sterling silver. Copyright 2009

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