From Chaos Comes Happiness

 We are down to our last couple of posts on the 101010 Project. Today brings us to day #9, and the wonderful world of Robin Norgren. Robin was the mastermind of the 101010 Project (which has already schedule it's second and third segments with other artists from Flying Lessons). I am so glad for the opportunity to collaborate with Robin through 101010. She really is a gem! Please welcome . . . Robin Norgren Name of business: Robin Norgren Studios The hardest part about pursuing a dream is… the tenacity, the determination, the drive, the risk, the stamina, the hard work, the long days, the sleepless nights, the loneliness, the uncertainty, the confusion , the discouragement, the frustration, the spirit draining, the fatigue, the unknown. Social Media Links: Website: http://www.robinnorgrenstudios.blogspot.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/robinlnorgren Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellof creations.myetsyshop Years

Day 8 of 101010, 10 Women 10 Businesses 10 Questions continues, with the captivating Nolwenn Petitbois. I was first introduced to Nolwenn through this project, but have had such a great time going back through her blog and see her moving art and read her inspiring stories. She makes me happy, for sure! Today, join me in welcoming Nolwenn Petitbois Name of business: Inner Worlds The hardest part about pursuing a dream is… never giving up. But with time, and no matter how big or how small the dream is, I realized that giving up was the easiest way out. The best way not to be disappointed if we actually never get near the point we wanted to arrive to. But what if they were true when saying that the harder you work the greatest the reward ? I believe that a dream can’t end up in your life if you did nothing for it, absolutely nothing for it. I may be wrong but this is how I see it, for me anyway. Another very hard part about pursuing a dream is the tr

Day 7 of the 10 Women, 10 Businesses, 10 Questions continues with the incredible Jean Simrose . . . and if I don't get a piece of her jewelry in my hands soon, I'm going to spend too much time pouting then doing anything else!!! Please join me in welcoming Jean to our happy chaos, as she shares her thoughts on the hardest part about pursuing a dream! Jean Simrose Name of Business: Jean Simrose - Jewelry Artist The hardest part about pursuing a dream is . . . My dream has been an ever-changing challenge throughout my life. I am interested in so many things that my focus has continually changed over the years. I have been a licensed beautician, done accounting, worked for an oil company and worked as a mental health social worker. Creating things and working with my hands has always been a hobby. Making a career of it has been the hardest part of pursuing this dream. I sometimes question my talent and ability to make jewelry people will buy. I internalize

My goodness! Question number 6, already!!!! 10 Women, 10 Businesses, 10 Questions is proving to bring some great inspiration and motivation to all who visit, and I am so happy to be a part of this group. Today I have the honor of hosting Alease McClenningham, an entrepeneur whose hard work and determination have certainly paved the way to success! Alease McClenningham Name of business: The School of Creative Business   The hardest part about pursuing a dream is… . . . the naysayers. There are so many people who are non-believers that they can derail your dreams. The important thing is to only listen to yourself and your needs. It is important to surround yourself with positive people. Alease's Bio: As an expert, Alease lends knowledge to the press, editorials and serves as a subject-matter expert. She is a sought-after presenter in the areas of creative marketing, personal image, branding and fashion. As a professor, Alease is committed to her s

Day Five of 10 Women, 10 Businesses, 10 Questions continues, and if you are a regular follower of my blog, you will immediately tell from the artist appearing here today that she is MY KIND OF PEOPLE! Her photo, alone, is right up my alley, and makes me SMILE!!!! Yes, I am talking about Kelly Warren. I mean . . . take a look . . . she's my kind of people, for sure! I give you . . . Kelly Warren Name of business: Happy Shack Designs The hardest part about pursuing a dream is… I think the hardest part about pursuing a dream, first and foremost, is taking that first step and putting it out there! And then the second hardest part about pursuing that dream is remaining realistic about your situation and what’s doable at whatever point you are in your life. That means accepting that the dream may not happen tomorrow, or the next day, or the next month, or even the next year. But as long as you keep it out there and keep trying, even if it’s just inch by in

For those of you wondering what, exactly, all of this 101010 Project stuff is about . . . a video . . . I gotta tell you, I am loving this, and am SO proud to be a part of it. I am so grateful to share my thoughts with others, and I feel blessed for the online community my art and I are now a part of. Thanks for allowing me to share this with you. I'll be back on Monday with more answers from 101010. I have 5 more answers to share from the participants, then I'll share MY answer with you. Until then, wishing each of you a wonderful weekend and Peace!

Welcome to day Four of 10 Women, 10 Businesses, 10 Questions . . . and I am thrilled to welcome this next artist to my blog home! Today's answer comes from the extremely talented Jan Avellana . . . otherwise known as the brilliant Hazelnut Cottage. I think Jan is just dreamy, and not because she lives in Hawaii (although I must admit, it helps!) You must take a side trip over to Jan's links below . . . you won't regret it! Introducing Jan Avellana Name of Business: Hazelnut Cottage The hardest part about pursuing a dream is . . . having a vision of what you want to do, and where you want to go, but being unable to pursue it wholeheartedly. Pursuing a dream is also difficult because often, this pursuit entails sacrifice—money, time, emotion—and these sacrifices may affect the people you live with, who depend on you to be fully present for them and to provide financially for them. Sometimes pursuing my artistic dreams feels too foolish, the price, too

Day 3 of 101010 Project brings us to the spiritual gifts of Sonya McCllough. What a blessing to get to know Sonya! So inspiring . . . So uplifting . . . So Sonya! Allow me to introduce, Sonya McCllough Name of business: Sonya Mac Designs The hardest part about pursuing a dream is… holding tight to the whisper of the dream. The soft and delicate whisper is much like the wind. Only felt ... never seen or heard by any other then the dreamer herself. Sonya's Bio: I'm this crazy JESUS loving creative … with 2 children living smack in the middle of Tennessee. The seeds of my creativity were watered with knitting needles, yarn and nine kittens on a rock covered patio in the mid sixties. Today, we hold the fort down with a few less kittens (3) … and thankfully my creative edge remains in tact. I’m often inspired by some odd ball stuff & compelled to create by the sweet whispers of the HOLY Spirit. An idea generator am I. Creative collaboratio

Our 10 Women, 10 Businesses, 10 Question Series continues today with the incredible and extremely talented Kelly Thiel. Lord, if Kelly would have seen the ceramic nailpolish bottle I did in my high school art class, she would have certainly question my artistic abilities. Luckily, I buried my love of clay right after that class. Please join me in welcoming Kelly Thiel Name of business: Kelly Thiel Studio The hardest part about pursuing a dream is… all the evil demons whispering in your ears about doubting yourself and your art. And then, there are the nay-sayers in your circle of friends and family, and they don’t always give you the strength and support you need. Sometimes you feel awfully alone, and it is wonderful if you can find a friend who shares your entrepreneurial spirit. The other challenge for me is the balance. I have a baby and a preschooler, so my attention is divided between my family and my business. Some days, I feel super motivated to work,

Oh, dear!   I'm not very good with instructions. Or the English Language. Yes, I was born and raised in the ol'U.S. of A., and therefore have NO EXCUSE for my lack of english. Truth is . . . today is the BEGINNING of the 101010 Project I've been hooting and hollaring about! And I'M LATE!!! Yes, it's true . . . 10 Women, 10 Businesses, 10 Questions begins TODAY! Nothing like me to be confused! But . . . here's how it is going to happen . . . Each day, for the next 10 or so days, I will be featuring an amazing artist, soul sister, and creative spirit who participated in Kelly Rae Roberts "Flying Lessons" class with me in 2010. Each artist will answer the question . . . The hardest part about pursing a dream is . . . and on the last day of our project, May 14th, I will share MY answer for the above statement with you. Oh, the fun we will have!!! I've already taken a peak at my friends answers, and each one fills me with great inspiratio