Finally... Before Shots of My Studio :-O

I have the finished results of my studio on my other blog. The link is also on this blog. Although it was such a process to get this room organized, I took a journey down memory lane that I wasn't expecting. I looked at some of my old paintings and wondered...wow how did I do that. Or what was I going through in my life when I created this. I found so many old pictures. I found many pictures that reminded me of college and my sorority days, pictures of my little brothers from when they were babies (now they are 18 and 14 yrs. old), and now pics. of my son and my husband. The circle of life is amazing. I also looked through some of my old journals. I have always kept a journal. I have journals that I have written in from the past 10-15 yrs. It is amazing to see how I have grown over the years. So many past memores are already stored here in my special space! I can't wait to create more memories here!

My Studio

I haven't taken any pictures yet, but I am in the process or fixing up my studio! When my husband and I were looking for our first house... I only had a few things that were "musts", and one of them was a space to call my studio. So the place that God Blessed us with has a third floor finished/carpeted room!!! The perfect spot for me to call my own.:-)! Due to the fact that I was pregnant when we moved in, I put off making it my own and settled for my dining room table! So long story short...I have been reading so many inspiring blogs and taking the time to see my own blessings! I have decided that it is time for me to make my special place. I hope to sit and create, listen to my favorite CD's, drink coffee, meditate, escape, and so much more in this space! I will take some pictures as I go! It will be a constant work in progress, but that is okay because it is my space that I am creating!

Take Care Until Next Time,

Lovlee

Christmas Holiday

Sadi My Cousin Victoria's Cat got into the Christmas Tree

Picture also of Victoria, Amber, and ME


I left my trip to Texas feeling so grateful for family. My parents are divorced, and have been for many many years. Even as an adult, I divide up the holidays when I can. I know have my own family...so we work it out. Any way, this Christmas was spent with my mom's side of the family and it was much like a family reunion. My mom is one of five girls (no boys)! We are such a diverse bunch! Most of the children that have kids...have bi-racial children. It was amazing to see them all together. As my grandmother, mother and aunts get older...it is becoming more and more obvious that it will be up to us, the next generation to keep the tradition of getting together alive.

My husband and I stayed with my brother...It was really special. I moved with my father when I was 12yrs old, and as a result...I didn't have a consistent relationship with my brother. Not to mention that he is about 7 or 8 yrs older than me. I also have an older sister but she was not at the reunion. So... it was great to stay with my big brother and look at the lives that we both have and the families that we have. When I was about 8yrs old he would walk me to school and all of his friends would say "she's so cute, she's so cute!" Such a funny memory! Him and his wife were the perfect hosts. I love them deeply.

We also stayed with my aunt and uncle who live about 10 min. from my brother. I love there house...so amazing. Most of the family stayed there. Or I guess we could say those without kids stayed there.:-) My aunt and uncle are so much fun, and such a great example of love and commitment.

We played the game Would You Rather...Pls. Pls. get the game!!! It is so much fun to play!!! It comes with a board, but we just asked the questions and answered them... you will be dying!!!

One of the questions was: "Would you rather have a mouth full of loose teeth or a mouth with every fourth tooth missing?" You cannot say neither, you have to choose! It is so much fun to hear what people think. It brings you together as a family, and you can play it anywhere and at anytime.

I've talked long enough...here are some pics!!!









These are pictures of my Brother-in-law and his wife and son, the Beautiful Women in the Family, and a pic. of Lee & Josh and my uncle Marion Too!!:-)







Cousins, Cousins, and more Cousins



Me, Amber, and My brother's wife Jenea'



My niece Amber is in this pic. with her two boys Isac and Isaiah!




My cousin Amy with her husband Johnny and their three kids Hannah the oldest, Clair, and baby Nathan. Nathan and Josh are only a few weeks apart in age. Josh was born Dec. 18th and Nathan was born Jan 5th I think.

Amy, my niece Amber and I were all pregnant at the same time!!!!!!!



Uncle Charles with Josh




Okay these are all cousins
from left to right Carson 2yrs, Isac 1yr, Camden 8mo, Josh 1yr and Isaiah 6yrs





These are my nephews (my brother's sons) Camden 8mo, Carson 2yrs, Chuckie 17, Caleb 14





My brother with his son Camden

The Plane Ride

Josh and I flew to Dallas Tx on Thursday, the 18th of Dec. I was very anxious pretty much the whole time. It was interesting watching the people by-pass me when looking for a seat because I had a child!! :-) I could understand though... I was not sure what to expect!!!!! Well, it ended up being a really good experience. Josh was a little fussy towards the beginning of the flight and then by the last hour and 1/2, he was asleep. I don't know if I would want to fly solo again. It is really challenging. Lee will be with me on the way back and it will be a relief!!!! I have a lot of respect for mom's who do this all of the time!! I also admire the moms that had more than one child with them! I will add pictures when I get back home. I will be in touch soon! My mom and other family members will be in town tomorrow. My mom has not seen Josh since he was two weeks old. She is going to be so surprised! I am really looking forward to Christmas!!!! Take Care until next time! lt

Kids will be KIDS!!!

I have been trying to get a family picture for weeks now, and the timing was not working out... So I had a friend at church take of pic. of the family... and here is what baby Josh Did just as the camera Flashed!!!!!!!!!!! Classic!!!! We did manage to get a nicer one later! Too funny!!! Have a Great Day!

Lovlee

Just a little update!!

I can't wait to spend Christmas with my family! We love to wake up early and have our coffee and hot tea!!! I made these coasters about two or three weeks ago. I haven't put them on my etsy site. I may just give them as a gift! Hera are also some pics from a recent show that I did. I will show more pictures of the show later. There were four artists at this show. Here are the artists:
Syferiaa Jordan - Creator of Saffi Cards
Lovlee Helene Tang – Mixed Media Artist
Tricia Sebald - Down to Earth Expressions
Trisa Haisma- Custom Made Recycled Wood Gifts

Morning Thought

I can't believe that almost a year has passed since my husband and I had our son! Last year this time I was sitting with a big belly...waiting for my last day of work to approach, anxious to see my new baby boy! I don't know about most people, but I have been told that I am too hard on myself. I am the type of person that feels like I need to be always working towards something/accomplishing something. Not really allowing myself to just rest and take in life. I know that this personality trait is not all bad. I just feel like I have goals that I really want to accomplish. I also believe that as you get older.. you should also get better! But then you are left with the question..."What is better?" We each have to judge that for ourselves.

So my son will be 1 year old on the 18th of Dec., and on that special day he and I will be flying to TX to meet the family for Christmas! On this trip, I plan to take in every moment and just relax and enjoy. I feel like I am still learning about my family and my roots, and now that I have a child...I want to be able to share with him (as well as our future kids) about the family heritage that they come from. I know that my husband feels the same (He is from Cambodia). I consider my life and my family to be such a special gift from God. I will enjoy this Holiday!

I will not be too hard on myself today...and I will enjoy this day!