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Those of us with creative minds have to learn persistence. I think it is a little bit harder for us than the general population. We often have several different ideas running through our minds at the same time. We start one project, and that triggers ideas for several more. The focus and persistence to finish a project is a discipline we need to develop to be successful.     Persistence, determination, tenacity, faithfulness; are traits that please the Lord. In Matt. 25:23, he says this to those who persisted in using the talents He gave them.   Well done, good and...

Recently, I was asked to help with decorating for an outdoor engagement party.During a brainstorming session with the hostess, we came up with the idea of a wishing well. The guests would fill out cards with their wishes for the couple and drop them into the well.   It started out simple-just a few bricks and a bucket, but then I looked on Pinterest (does that happen to you?).  I found some pictures of wishing wells made from old tires, and a bigger idea started to form. We had a couple of tires we needed to get rid of.  I...

Recently, I decided to tackle the UFOs (unfinished objects) in my life.  My goal is to finish one per month.  We will see how it goes.   Last month, my choice was a Cosco kitchen cart. I found this vintage, mid-century modern cart rusting away in the shed.  It was covered in nasty, old contact paper, rusted, and the chrome was pitted. But since this type of used cart is selling on-line for $100-$200, I was determined to bring it back to life.   Restoration: -The action of returning something to a former owner, place or condition    - To...

  Last month, we started clearing out our garage in preparation for a garage sale. In one of the cabinets, I found some teapots that had been forgotten. I remembered seeing where teapots were used as garden art, so over to Pinterest I went to check out some ideas. Using these ideas at inspiration, I created my own teapot garden art! I saved some of my favorites to this Pinterest board - check it out.  https://www.pinterest.com/jodeeschrlau/garden-ideas/repurposed-recycled-or-salvaged/   The teapot I choose to use had a chipped spout, so I didn't want to sell it in the garage sale. It was made...

It's amazing what you can do in 5 minutes!  These tasks are something you can do in those extra 5 minutes.  Even better, set aside 5 minutes to do one of these. Pick a task. Do it. Then reward yourself! Today's list is thing you can organize in 5 minutes.   Cleaning supplies File any paperwork Coates, hats, mittens Straighten shoes Tool box Garden supplies Purse/wallet Desk drawer Pantry Spice rack Cords   I found this awesome idea for organizing garden tools on Pinterest from a blog A Handyman's Daughter. Check it out on my Garden Ideas Pinterest Board  ...