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[jenni_cn]

I always yearn to find my way back "home" again. And I'm realizing part of that quest means re-connecting with that part of me that was left behind when I became an adult. After college and work, and once family took priority over self, I stopped doing things that seemed unimportant and whimsical. Reality demanded every ounce of my time and energy

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[javidan]

those very things are a big part of what drives us and gives us those proverbial wings to fly

Your post has made me feel very good...

My current creative outlet is my sketching which suddenly reasserted itself after I did some fan art. I always loved art but, like you, took the more practical route (I have a masters in psychology, lol). Not that psychology was particularly practical---fortunately for me I found a husband who has been successful and allowed me to stay home and raise the kids.

Which brings up your other point of what you want your kids to learn about life and working. I couldn't agree with you more. Find what you love and do it.

Sorry I'm rambling on here---you're sewing project looks spectacular! I couldn't sew to save my life...

[jenni_cn]

Oh, thank you so much, Kim. That is so wonderful to hear that someone else feels the same way. I know you TOTALLY understand where I'm coming from. It's like that little part of me is missing and I'm pining for the happiness it gave me. I should never have turned my back on my passion, and I should have never let my pragmatism sway me in this matter. However, like you said, the path I DID choose brought me to the wonderful place I am today.

I know I said it in your page, but your work is fantastic! I'm happy that you've found that happy place with your art again. Don't let it go!

Cheers to the future, right?

*holds up glass*

[vadersqueen]

Sorry sweets, I was reading your LJ then had to bolt....problems with uncle! (i'll post on the forum)

Anyway, back to your wonderful creation! I was wondering what kind of fabric that white material was until I read here! That's so freaking awesome Jenni and it loosks beautiful! How do you do it??? i mean it looks like something you buy out of a major department store! Can't wait til you get the material in and make the real one!! jenni, i think you really need to think about doing this more girl! It's just a pleasure to watch you create like this! WOW!!! You constantly amaze me with your drive and talents you know????

Keep showing me....i'm a huge fan!

Love ya!

[jenni_cn]

*wipes tear*

Oh Chris. Thanks so much for those wonderful words. You are truly a wonderful friend and your support means so much. I'm so self-critical, and hearing you say those lovely things really means so much. I love you!!!

OMG. And now I'm worried about your uncle. *poofs off to forum*

[nightsoftamara]

Oh, your dress looks so dead sexy in muslin, it's going to be amazing when you use the real fabric! I have to agree about the lack of quality fabric - when I walk into a fabric store lately it's about 75% quilting stuff. Which is great for us quilters, not so good if you're looking for a bolt of something other than a nice cotton batik. Sewing's turning into a lost art, which is too bad when you consider how much trouble a lot of people have finding clothes they like that fit them properly.

Please post more pictures of your dress. I can't wait to see the finished product.

[jenni_cn]

OMGosh..thank you so much for those kind words! It means more than you know, and it really adds to my motivation. I'm hoping the real fabric arrives today. I've been dying all week to get my paws on it.

That's great that you quilt. I have always loved handmade quilts and I treasure the two that a relative made for my children when they were babies. She's deceased now, but those blankets will always be so dear to us.

Anyway....thanks again for the comment, and keep looking back. I promise to post more! :)

[carcrash_heartz]

I'm happy to hear you're rediscovering your love of sewing. I know all too well what you mean when you mention going for the "stable" choice in life. I did this too. You know that, though. I think you do, anyway. I always wanted to write. Always, always, always. I even had a typewriter, plume, and candlestick put on my class ring. I was all set. Then, doubt set in. I let people tell me that writing was risky. That I'd never be able to pay my bills with it. That I'd be a "starving artist". And there the dream went

[jenni_cn]

*sigh*

That was the same thing that happened to me! People (translation: parents) would tell me that becoming a fashion designer was akin to being a rock star or movie star...the odds were stacked against me. And they were always so big on me being able to support myself. And then came the doubt....like you said.

I guess it's fear that is the worst. It plants that first seed of doubt in your mind that becomes like a weed and takes over before you know it.

There are a lot of great places in LA to find fabrics, too. (I'm dying to go to NY sometime. It just intimidates me more.) In fact, the next time I go to LA, I'm going to find some good shops and see if I can get the hookup. :)

But really...how sad is it that most people consider creativity to be frivolous? I mean it's our dreams and aspirations that really make us tick, but we so readily discard them as being mere distractions. It's sad, really. Imagine if Motzart's parents had talked him into going to law school! LOL