Christian Cross and Charms

This week my father is retiring from the ministry after more than 30 years. The vestry at his church asked me to make retirement gifts for my mother and father. I recommended making a reminder of their time at the church to take with them. So, I took photos of all the stained glass windows and designed jewelry and a plaque for a wooden cross to give them. It was nice to work on something that is so close to our hearts. I have always loved the hand-painted windows in the church. The church is researching the history of the windows and I hope to have this to share with others in the future. One of the windows is from Tiffany's.

Cactus in the Fireplace

I wanted to take a photo of this fireplace for a long time. It is sitting off the road with cactus growing in the fireplace. I was always driving by when the light was behind it until yesterday. I noticed the sun going down, so I went to the spot and took a photo. When I looked at the photo I noticed a heart shaped cactus at the top of the clump off to the side of the fireplace. Heart shaped cactus seem to draw me to them. I painted this painting "Love is Like Cactus" after seeing a heart shaped cactus with spikes and pups on it.
It just shows that God has a sense of humor and shows us his love in many ways. Be open to receiving the love...

Crucifix Photo

There is a trail in Liberty Hill that has many fine trees to look at while you are walking. I used to take my camera along and take photos of the old trees. I usually see faces or body shapes in the trees before I take them.

I took this photo and didn't see the crucifix in the tree's bark until after I downloaded my images. I was truly amazed at the image and thought Easter would be a good time to share it with everyone.

It does cause one to reflect on the pain and suffering that exists and the healing power of love that is available to all who seek it. The image in the clouds was also taken in the sky over Liberty Hill.

Have a Glorious Easter Weekend.