Do You Know Who To Thank For Your Creative Talent?

As I reflect on what I am calling “Thankful Thursday,” my trip this past weekend is fresh in my mind. I had the privilege of taking a short trip with my husband to Marco Island, FL. If you don’t enjoy being out in nature then you have no business going to this island. It is a very sleepy town, except for fishing, water sports and eating. We mainly participated in the later. One morning I was able to spend some time at the beach. When I came face to face with the enormous ocean, I couldn’t help but be thankful that I have a personal relationship with the one who created it. He knows how many grains of sand there are on the beach. He knows the age of each shell. He created the creatures that used to live in them. And can we talk about the sunsets? They are never short of amazing. He is the only designer and artist that has been and always will be “in.” His design and art are never trendy. They have been and will continue to be the inspiration for artists and designers. The Bible says in John 1:3, “Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made.” If you have been blessed with any creative talent, it is a reflection of Him. The next time you are able to express your talents and gifts that you have been given, remember that it is God that blessed you with that talent. He is the only one that is worthy of your “thanks.”

Living graciously,

Lisa

Are You Gifted With Style?

Are you gifted with style?  One of the reasons I started this blog is to be able to share with you things that have inspired me in the wide world of creativity.  Not just good design, a good DIY project, what's in/out in the world of fashion, or good food, but all of those things.  I know people in my life or come across people on the web that I am impressed with mainly because they have what I don't, and they inspire me and challenge me to be more creative.  Any one that knows me knows that I love a good challenge.  In my quest for creative inspiration, I came across a website/blog that is absolutely fabulous.  There isn't anything on there that I can say, "I don't like."  The name of it is Design Dazzle, and I have created a link on the right side of my page so you can go and see for yourself how wonderful and inspirational it is.  The host's name is Toni, and she definitely is "gifted with style."  The blog and website are not all of her ideas; she also showcases the talents of parents, moms, designers, decorators and those who have a natural talent for design.  Toni says that the reason Design Dazzle was created was "to bring attention to fabulous room design, decor, awsome kid's parties and creativity for babies, kids, and teens."  On Design Dazzle's website, they feature a "Room of the Month," an "Artist of the Month," and a "Designer of the Month."  There are so many ideas on there, you might want to pace yourself over a few days to soak in all of the good stuff.  My mind started rolling, and I began to dream and create.  On the right side of my page above Design Dazzle's link you will notice that I have a spot for those "gifted with style."  I will only list the ones that I feel stand out in the world of creative style.  That's what I love.  Go and be inspired to create and share your gift of style.

Living graciously,

Lisa