Making and giving peace pins has become so routine that I often forget to take pictures or note who they are went to. Then again, sometimes I do remember …
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Meanwhile, our grandkids are doing their own creative things, which we love …
And I was ever so grateful to receive this stitched missive from Fiona Dempster …
Resist we will, starting tomorrow by not buying anything … and continuing with rolling economic “blackouts” that are planned in the coming weeks. After all, the Montgomery bus boycott lasted more than a year and was ultimately successful. We can do this!
Your peace pins are so beautiful all together! Its clear your grandchildren have inherited artistic tendencies, more power to them. Thanks for the boycott schedule. I will be taking part.
ReplyDeleteI confess that I was challenged today as I saw a jigsaw puzzle at the Wildflower Center shop that would have been a great activity for tonight’s three grandchild sleepover … but I walked away and am quite sure we’ll managed to keep occupied with what we already have at hand.
DeleteI love that purple one that simply says 'try peace. I mean what have we got to lose? Just give it a go, try it, you might like it! Great timing for resist to land when the boycotts are beginning; it is going to be so hard to keep across everything and stay resolute, but everyone doing small things will make a difference. Although I think the boycotts could be pretty big! Best to you all.
ReplyDeleteWe are over again shaking our heads after the inhospitable reception President Zelenskyy endured at the hands of our clueless “leaders” … they really are, as Jude opined on her blog, an embarrassment
DeleteThis idea is just great. A few words that say it all. I am also in the process of spreading this unifying idea among us. Small things - big impact. Kind regards, Katja
Deletethe peace pins are a delight (if only we could all act accordingly!)
ReplyDeleteI love how your hand[writing] shines in all the stitching and colour combinations, truly your handiwork Liz ❤
kids' drawings, gotta love them and continue encouraging them!!!
....of course no to all those big whatevers...
Jude was the one who first encouraged me to embrace the wonkiness of my writing … now I revel in it … hopefully our grandkiddos will likewise make the most of their own ways of creating
DeleteYour peace pins are a beacon of hope, stunning and powerful.
ReplyDeleteFantastic art from your grands. What is it about boys and dragons...my grandson drew many a dragon when he was here with us, a few years ago. the tennis shoes look ready for action. i love to see how kids create.
Re boycotts: For those who are employed, Robert Reich noted a boycott on April 19- a workers strike. April 19 is the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Marti
I saw an interesting post by a quilt shop owner who was supportive of today’s action even knowing it might adversely affect her business … here’s hoping that the closing of the Joann stores will boost sales for small independent shop owners in the days to come
DeleteI am enjoying the variety of peace phrases you are stitching. I have a peace stitching plan simmering - we will see where it takes me.
ReplyDeleteOh, how intriguing … I do hope you’ll be sharing more about your plans!
DeleteI enjoy my pin every day 💚 I want a fire breathing dragon
ReplyDeleteIt makes my heart happy to know the pins have been so well received
DeleteSo much creativity! It makes the world a better place. We have to hold on to the ability to imagine. Deb G
ReplyDeleteI still believe there is hope for peace
Delete(((Liz))) shine on!
ReplyDelete(((Mo))) I’m trying!
DeleteHi L - just beautiful to see your powerful peace pin production - may the ripples and commitment by many continue to grow. Grand to see the next generation of artists developing. Go gently and resist strongly. B
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