Mixed Media Mondays...a Dedication

This past year lots of changes occured in my life which I equated to a butterfly and growing wings......I did not know what the flight had in store for me.  I had moments of doubt but was optimistic.  I was bold at times while scared...then I got to start see it unfold.  Along the way I kept my passion in my heart and the desire to share it.  Not "teach" or "preach" but find like-minded people who share this passion and to encourage/inspire.  In a sense they "got" me.  Little did I know how that group would grow and take flight of it's own. 

The group has a name.......Mixed Media Mondays.  It is that group that I dedicate today's post and thank them for watching as the wings grew and believing in the direction of the group.  We have a Facebook group (open to all so invite your friends!), a meeting time and when we miss a Monday you can sense the void. Heck we even have mugs to start our weeks out with!  It is growing every week and for that I am also grateful. 

This year I had the honor of hosting a swap for Christmas and I THANK YOU for all the cards and especially the kind notes you wrote me. 

 

I share them HERE:

 

 

I thank you for sharing you, your art and your lives with me.  As I read the cards (with tears in my eyes) I realized that this was not a mere group but a safe artisitic place for all.  Your kind words of courage and faith in me remind me just how wonderful this flight has been and it has only just begun!  You have propelled me to think of new challenges and things we can share creatively!  So watch out......2013 here we come!

Merry Christmas from my Studio to yours......

 "If you are passionate about it, pursue it, no matter what anyone else thinks.  That’s how dreams are achieved."

Comments

[Michele ciola]

Awh!!! This was so nice of you to share your thoughts and I love the video dedication. This was an awesome swap and I can't wait to participate in the next one. THANK you for being such a great inspiration.

[Boni Grabusky]

I love watching and listening to your wonderful self <3

[cindi]

looking forward to another year of inspiration and growth!!
:)

[Kay Wallace]

A newbie to your site, I did not participate in this swap, but loved seeing all the cards you received! How very talented are the many folks who join you each Monday evening (or Tuesday morning from Boston) to be inspired by you. Thanks so much for encouraging us to be creative! Merry Christmas, Tracy!

[Doris Widder]

What a sweet post and I love the video showing off everyone's cards! Thanks Tracy for a fun and inspiring 2012! Can't wait to see where 2013 takes us all! :-D

[Linda Pertusati]

WOW...what a group of very talented artists and beautiful cards. I was not able to participate in the swap due to a busy schedule but perhaps next time will be able to. Tracy, and all those who are members of Mixed Media Monday, I want to thank you for sharing your inspiration.

[Allie]

Thanks for being you, and being willing to share yourself with us.

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

Thank you Alli ♥

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

I am thinking we do another one for Valentine's Day...you can all be my Valentine ♥. Thanks Michele!

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

Thank you so much Boni!

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

Thanks for being part of the group Cindi! You inspire me!

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

Oh thank you Kay! I encourage you to participate in the next one. It was so fun! Merry Christmas!

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

Thank you Linda for being part of the group! ♥

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

♥ you Doris! What a year it has been and I cannot wait for 2013!

[Teri Barefoot]

Tracy,
I want to thank you so much for all that you do for us, no matter how down I may be you always make me laugh as does the rest of the group. I would help you do anything in the world because you are so special. Once a week I get to forget what is going on in my life, I love that you did the card thing wish I could have so done that with you, but I have been punched a lot these last few months and I am so ready for 2012 to end. I just want you to know I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all that you do for us.
Thank you,
Teri

[Jean A Marmo]

Thank you oh fearless leader!! Thank you and the group for including all - even me:) Each week is more fun than the last! I appreciate the voices of encouragement and vow to listen to them more in the coming year:) Wishing you and everyone a wonderful holiday season!

[Mary Friederichsen]

Tracy this was wonderful! I loved seeing everyone's cards that were not in my group! This is such an amazing group of talented Ladies, I feel so lucky to have found them and especially you! You make me want to strive to be better instead of giving up! The people in this group are here because of you Tracy! You have been able to bring this incredible group together! Our fearless leader! Mug and all! :D
You know that saying or message that The Lord puts people in our lives when we need them most,and I know for me this is so true with you!
So glad we met,and so glad we are friends! If you ever need something please don't hesitate to ask!
From the bottom of my heart, Thank you Tracy!
And thank you to all of the wonderful Ladies that are in this group as well!
May you all have a Blessed Christmas!

[Nicolle Kramer]

Aww, all amazing cards! Love tuning in when I can! You all are truly inspiring. Tracy you an amazing crafty leader...hugs xoxoxox

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

Thank you so much Teri! This group truly has done so much more for me in return!

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

You know my goal for 2013 Jean...for you to own your artistic ability!

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

Well put Mary...this group is full of passion and talent! ♥ Looking forward to 2013!

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

Hugs to you Nicolle! ♥♥♥

[Dria]

I am new to the MMM group and I am loving it. Tracy you enhance my Monday nights and the whole group is great to chat with while we watch you create, create for ourselves and learn something new in the process. Here's to wishes for a great 2013!!

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

Dria, so glad you enjoy as much as I do!

[angie]

thank you so much for all the time and energy you put into making monday nights amazing!! can't wait for 2013!!! ♥

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

Thank you Angie! Only going to get better!

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

Thank you Dria!! ♥