Just for Janie

The story goes that when I was just a little girl, I went to my Aunt Peg's wedding in a red velvet dress and brand new black patent leather shoes. All night long I danced and twirled, constantly looking at those shiny black shoes. Such pure delight. What joy in just being me.

That little girl was playful and imaginative. She drew pictures and baked cookies with her mom. She sang out loud and brought red tulips wrapped in newspaper to her teacher. She curled up in a backyard hammock and read books for hours.

Somewhere along the way, Janie grew up and became Jane. Solid, responsible, practical Jane. But in her heart, deep deep down, she knew that Janie must still be there - that joyful spirit with big dreams and the heart of an artist.

Through this blog, I hope to rediscover Janie. By savoring the moment and exploring my creativity, I hope to find that sense of magic and wonder that once was as natural as breathing...to find the sparkle inside that will shine as brightly as those little patent leather shoes.