Another New Design Coming...

Hi all! Well this weekend I had an epiphany and thunked up a new awesome (if I do say so myself) design. I am having a hard time getting photos though. Will try again tomorrow morning. But its just too cool to keep under wraps, so check back tomorrow for details...

HINT: Its called 'Tears From Heaven'

Get the tissues ready...

Hi guys! My Uncle Marks service was yesterday and his brother, Danny, wrote an amazing eulogy and I just wanted to share it with everyone.

Eulogy by brother Dan Roland

Today we mourn and honor the passing of beloved Husband, Father, Son, Brother, Grandfather, Nephew, Cousin, and very dear friend, Mark Gallina.

Mark was a fearless man. He was a true reflection of his upbringing. One of character, one of values, one of honesty and one of integrity. He was a man of great conviction, a man of dignity and a man of heart.

His hard work and preserverance propelled him to be on top of the world.

A place where he loved to be so much,

so long as he could be there and enjoy it with others.

Yet being there, never stopped him from reaching out and lending a hand or made him lose sight of the lessons in life that brought him there.

If caring, sharing and support needed a definition, it would be defined as Mark Gallina.

His life revovled around family life.

A life where he could work and play right along side loved ones. A right he earned along side his loving wife, through their hard work, dedication and sacrifice.

His greatest treasures of all are his children. He was as proud of his children as any of us are proud of ours. You only need to spend a few minutes with them to realize his impact on their young lives.

Mark was also a man with tremendous vision. He could be anything he wanted to, on any given day. He was blessed with a confidence that didn't allow him to fail or back away from, but rather, take on anything life would throw at him.

The good, and the not so good.

His ability to remain optimistic through his illness had shown a strength and courage that epitomized what the meaning of strength truly is. A strength and courage that could inspire all of us, for the day, when the Lord calls our name.

Equally, when I speak of his bravery, I am also speaking of his dear wife and children, who have also endeared pain and suffering, ...beyond words.

They too have shown stregth and courage that only comes from a true test of faith.

Their absolute faith and trust in God eased their suffering and gave them peace,

when peace was needed the most.

We can all find solace through their example of faith, to help ease our pain for his loss.

So today we gather to remember a man, a warm man, a kind man, a man with a distinct uniqueness. A man that has touched our daily lives with his personality, his charm, his willingness, his love and sincerity,

A man we'll cherish in our memories forever.

We are deeply saddened today, for life has shorted him.

Yet we are equally joyous, for our Lord has rewarded him.

With a place for his soul, One of Glory, One of Peace, One of Eternity

One Heaven

So farewell for now dear husband, my father, my son, my brother, my grandfather, my nephew, my cousin and our very dear friend ...Mark Gallina

Bookmarks...

Hi guys! Here is my latest design, Bookmarks! I had some extra Hand Dyed Silk Cord laying around and was intching to use it. The Silk Cord is nice and soft so it doesn't mar your pages up. I took a few of my favorite Lampwork beads, added a few Thai silver charms, and threw in some lime green shell. This one is all mine, but they can be Custom Ordered in any color (s). These would make an excellent gift for a booklover... I will have better pictures soon I just snapped these so I could show off my newest design idea.

New Design Idea...

Hi guys! Well I think I'm busy cooking up a really neat new design. If you love to read, or you know someone who loves to read, then check back tomorrow for a sneak peek... Hint:: Think Silk Cord.
Its freezing outside today, man 20 degrees! The dogs are having a ball in the inch of snow. It will be gone sunday though. It will be back! I have a terrible headache I am off to veg and try to get rid of it.

Happy Thanksgiving...

I want to wish everyone a very happy and safe Thanksgiving. Take a moment to give thanks for what you do have and what is going good in your life. I am thankful for my strength as a person, my talents, my close friends who listen to me rant, and my dogs for always being the constant in my life.

Updates...

My Uncle Mark passed away last night. He had a long, hard battle with pancreatic cancer. He died way too young and left behind many brothers and sisters, along with a wonderful wife and five kids. He will be missed by so many.

Ranting...

Hi guys! Thanks for putting up with my ranting. My uncle Mark is still holding on. Did you ever get that feeling that you need to make a serious change in your life? Well I did, and I have. I'm going a little nuts over here, maybe even a little off my rocker. Between all of the sickness, death, and stress around me for the last five years, I have barreled through. I keep wondering if all at once I am going to fall very apart. Hopefully that will never happen, I am going to try my hardest to keep myself together. I am praying tomorrow we find out my moms surgery date. This week we should have all of the windows in my parents house replaced. The next two weeks are going to be insane, to say the least. So email and phone replies may be a bit delayed, but bear with me I will get back to you!
This week I also hope to get a bunch of those 'Fiesta' Necklaces up too. As far as a major change I need to run away from life for a little while and go where almost no one knows me. I need to sort of refind myself. Orders will still be shipped in 24 hours, I will post my new mailing address, and I will still be designing. I've never done anything close to running away for awhile. Everything I've always done was sort of safe and planned out. Me and my doggies are going on a roadtrip! I am going to go do some laundrey (my most favorite part of my day ;-) and trim some doggy feet. I will be back with new pieces this week!!!