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James Boyd
Hanging out with Caroline
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Wednesday, June 13. 2012
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It seems like only yesterday that one of the most important events in my and B. J.'s life occurred. I was the pastor of the Graham United Methodist Church. It was Memorial Day 1993. I was walking for my health. I often walked from the Graham parsonage to Mt. Zion Baptist Church--a good walk.
I had almost made it to the church when I heard a vehicle approaching me from behind. I turned to see B. J. driving our white Dodge Caravan. My heart skipped a beat. I knew what was happening. We were expecting our fourth grandchild. We were packed and ready to go to Lawrenceville, Ga. hospital at a moments notice. That moment had arrived.
"Get in!" B. J. said. "Tammy is in Labor."
I jumped into the van and B. J. almost burned rubber as she turned around. We threw in our last minute things and headed north. We had been present for the birth of our other three grandchildren, Terah, Whitney and Dustin and we surely did not want to miss this one. It was probably the quickest time we have ever made to Atlanta and Lawrenceville.
By the time we got on the Atlanta Bypass, serious dark storm clouds were looming over Atlanta. Before we reached the hospital, the storm broke with a fiendish fury. Even in clear weather, driving on the Atlanta Bypass can be challenging. In a deluge with wind, lightning and thunder, it can be horrifying. However, we pressed on. We wanted to be with the family for the main event.
We reached the hospital, rode the elevator to the maternity ward where our son, Richard, excitedly greeted and informed us that the expectant mother had not delivered yet. "They say it will be about twenty minutes."
Outside the storm was lashing with all its ferocity. On the weather channel, tornado watches had been posted for the entire area. However, we were focused on a beautiful event that was occurring inside--the birth of our fourth grandchild. We flopped on a couch and tried to relax but that was not to be.
Shortly, our son entered the room and announced proudly, "She is here yall!"
There was exhilaration in the Lawrenceville hospital. The storm outside lost its roar as we rejoiced at the birth of a healthy girl.
We gathered for a "naming session." I suggested that we name her "Stormy" because she had come in on a big storm. However, my suggestion got caught up in the wind and blew away. She came away from the hospital with the name, Caroline Melissa Boyd.
After almost nineteen fun filled years with Caroline, last Wednesday, we made another quick trip to Atlanta to see Caroline graduate from the Dacula high school just a few miles from where she was born. Dacula High School is one of the top-rated high schools in the U. S. B. J. and I were almost as excited as we were that stormy day she was born.
The indoor arena in the huge Gwinnett County Civic Center will seat thousands. We had special reserved seats with friends and family for this very special occasion.
Our anxiety intensified as the time (8:00pm) drew near for the program. Then the announcement came, the music crescendo increased and as the long line, 306 graduates, entered the arena we stood in honor. It was an amazing scene! The graduates were so prettily dressed in their blue robes and caps. In addition, our Caroline that we had held in our arms just a few years ago at the hospital just up the road was so beautiful! We were as happy for her as were, of course, her parents, brother, and sisters; they were all there happily cheering. Later in the program when she walked and received her diploma, a great shout when up from her friends and family.
What makes us even prouder is that Caroline is continuing her education. She has already been accepted at Gainesville, Ga. College and plans to enter there in the fall.
Have to close with a word about our oldest granddaughter Terah who will graduate from college soon. B. J. and I hope to be present when she walks across the stage to receive her diploma in journalism. Like her Papa, she loves to write. She is presently the editor of her college newspaper (already a paid professional). We are proud of Terah, too, as well as all the other grandchildren.
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- The subject is referred for a SPECT for a functional evaluation of myocardial perfusion or has undergone SPECT within 4 weeks prior to MRI without any intervention, or change in symptoms, between the 2 examinations (the findings of SPECT will not be taken into account for inclusion purposes).
Exclusion Criteria:
- The subject is lactating.
- The subject is pregnant as defined by a urine or serum beta-HCG pregnancy test obtained within the 24 hours before dosing.
- The subject was previously included in this study.
- The subject received an investigational product in the 30 days before or will receive one during or in the 30 days after investigational product administration.
- The subject has known allergies or a contra-indication to the investigational product.
- The subject presents any clinically active, serious, life-threatening disease, with a life expectancy of less than 1 month.
- The subject received or is scheduled to receive an MRI contrast medium (other than the investigational product) within 24 hours prior to or in the 24 hours following the investigational product administration.
- The subject received or is scheduled to receive an X-ray contrast medium within 12 hours prior to or 12 hours following the investigational product administration.
- The subject received or is scheduled to receive a SPECT radiotracer within 24 hours prior to or 24 hours following the investigational product administration.
- The subject received or is scheduled to receive a stress examination (other than the MR stress examination in this study) within 24 hours prior to or 24 hours following the investigational product administration.
- The subject has experienced a myocardial infarction within the last 14 days.
- The subject has experienced more than 1 previous myocardial infarction.
- The subject has a bypass graft.
- The subject has second or third degree atrioventricular block, sick sinus syndrome or a symptomatic bradycardia.
- The subject suffers from asthma, bronchospasms or obstructive pulmonary disease.
- The subject has severe hypotension (<90 mm Hg systolic).
- The subject has unstable angina pectoris.
- The subject has a decompensated congestive cardiac failure.
- The subject's ECG shows a prolonged QT interval.
- The subject has a contra-indication for MRI according to clinical guidelines, local regulations or manufacturer's recommendations.
- The subject has cardiac arrhythmia considered by the investigator to be of a type or of a sufficient degree to make the subject unsuitable for the study.
- The subject has consumed coffee, tea, coke, chocolate or other caffeinated beverages in the last 24 hours before the adenosine administration.
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Founded in 1865 under the Order of Friars Minor, St. Anthony School, the longest continuously operating school in the Archdiocese of Hartford, celebrates 150 years of providing a quality education in the Franciscan spirit. St. Anthony School has graduated thousands of students who have gone on to complete their academic careers with distinction. Located in Winsted, Connecticut, and accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, St. Anthony School provides students in Pre-Kindergarten through grade eight with the religious, social, and intellectual skills needed for success and guides them toward their development as faith-filled Catholics and responsible citizens. A partnership between faculty members and parents is key to ensuring a comprehensive education for students. Parents appreciate the strong academic focus and sense of order provided by St. Anthony School. Faculty set high standards for achievement and work closely with students to help them succeed. Individual attention with discipline and order helps students feel safe and allows them to focus on what matters. The well rounded curriculum includes classes in Spanish, Computers, Fine Arts, Music and Physical Education for all grades as well as Algebra being offered for qualified 8th grade students. Up to date technology is utilized in all classrooms through the use of Smartboards and the use of Google based Chromebooks is integrated in grades 6 through 8. A variety of extracurricular activities are available including band, sports, Student Service Council, chorus and drama. Full day Kindergarten is provided as well as a variety of Pre-K schedule options. Beyond the regular school day, Before and After School care is also available. Our faculty, staff, priests, parish, and community instill in students the value of service to others in keeping with our motto, Enter to Learn, Leave to Serve. In the Franciscan spirit, students regularly reach out to various communities to share God's love and mercy. We are a community of faith-filled people dedicated to providing a Catholic education to the children of St. Joseph Parish and neighboring communities. Service and compassion hold the school community together. As our students enter to learn in our school community, they leave to serve their own communities and the Kingdom of God.


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Brigitte · Married on 06/01/2019
Carcagno Wedding - Review of the Impeccable Tulis McCall
Ms. Tulis McCall was the best opening to my wedding. She was on time, professional and uber charming. Tulis took charge of the details when I was a tad overwhelmed with staging. Everybody raved on how wonderful Tulis detailed our love story. The common question I received was Where did you find her?! The audience was captivated with this word smith/Wedding officiate and I highly recommend her to minister your wedding! The best ever!
Bree CarcagnoSent on 06/17/2019
Tulis McCall - New York Celebrant: Wedding Officiant and Interfaith Minister's reply:Bree - this is such a beautiful review! Your story is filled with magic and I am grateful that you chose me to be your honor guard!
Donald · Married on 10/07/2017
Tulis McCall was absolutely perfect! She took the time to really get to know us on many levels and she created a ceremony that was so totally personal and onpoint. She completely "got us" as a couple. Many guests raved about the wedding afterwards and assumed that Tulis had known us for decades. I'm sure everyone feels this way after their wedding, but I must say that we felt that ours was the best wedding ever. Stop looking and book her immediately!Sent on 10/11/2017
Tulis McCall - New York Celebrant: Wedding Officiant and Interfaith Minister's reply:Such an honor to perform your wedding. You have already worked out all the kinks in your 26 years together - now onto the new chapters!!!
Madelyne · Married on 09/24/2017
Working with Tulis was a delight! Tulis was able to capture the feeling we wanted to create at our wedding -- intimate, personal, inclusive and very upbeat. We've had rave reviews from our guests. The ceremony reflected our personalities individually and as a couple, and encompassed all of the elements we had imagined: warmth, love, humor and an energy that embraced all of our guests. Yay, Tulis!!Sent on 10/03/2017
Tulis McCall - New York Celebrant: Wedding Officiant and Interfaith Minister's reply:And you two are beyond fantastic. What a story! What a love affair! What a great family! And what a light cue for that ceremony!
Patrick · Married on 09/09/2017
With exception to my Bride, Tulis had the most important role at our wedding and boy did she nail it. She set the tone for a great wedding and beautiful day. Her words were majestic and had the entire audience both laughing and crying at the ceremony. Hiring Tulis was the best decision we made at our wedding. I would recommend her to anyone who wants to enjoy their special day!Sent on 09/27/2017
Tulis McCall - New York Celebrant: Wedding Officiant and Interfaith Minister's reply:Wow! You make me sound so great that I want to hire myself! You two were a dream couple from start (including your story) to finish. You are off on a fantastic adventure and I am honored to be the one that tied your new chapter up in a bow.
Matai · Married on 08/19/2017
Tulis did an amazing job. Came in with no expectations and she blew it out of the park... we were in Central Park ;)Sent on 10/26/2017
Damien · Married on 07/22/2017
Tulis is amazing. The manner in which she crafted such a special service which completely honoured us and reflected who we are was phenomenal. Our friends who have travelled from the other side of the world to be with us all said the same thing. That it was the best wedding they had ever attended. It's testimony to the fact that Tulis is very intuitive. She really gets to know you really well. By the end of the ceremony you feel that you have just been married by a good friend. I can't recommend Tulis enough. The Skype calls beforehand really made us feel we had made a great choice. And having access to the content of the ceremony beforehand put everything at ease. If you can book Tulis it is certainly a choice you will never regret. Incredible person!Sent on 10/27/2017
Rob · Married on 06/02/2017
We found Tulis to be very supportive in this process. We traded multiple emails and held Skype calls as she was very interested in getting to know us and our history together. She was able to weave those stories into a ceremony that was very tailored to us and what we wanted. We can't recommend her more!!!!Sent on 10/04/2017
Tulis McCall - New York Celebrant: Wedding Officiant and Interfaith Minister's reply:Thank you so much for this review. Yours is a wedding i will always remember. The combination of your family and friends was stunning. I was honored to assist you all.
Johanna · Married on 05/28/2017
Tulis was exactly what we were looking for. She wasted no time getting straight to the heart of our relationship and pushing us to answer the big, important questions about our decision to get married. We were amazed at how familiar she felt and how quickly she got to know us as a couple. The ceremony itself struck just the tone that we were hoping for -- Tulis helped create a sense of ease and joy while still honoring the meaning and significance of the event. So many of our guests said afterward that it helped them get to know us as a couple, which meant so much to us. Tulis truly cares about the couples she works with, and that was abundantly clear throughout our collaboration.Sent on 10/26/2017
Catherine · Married on 12/30/2016
Tulis is very positive and has a great understanding in translating who we are into words when she created our vows. We were not just newly weds, but Bob and I had been together for 20 years and Tulis pulled out all the high points of our relationship and created the most amazing ceremony for us! I would highly recommend her!Sent on 10/06/2017
Tulis McCall - New York Celebrant: Wedding Officiant and Interfaith Minister's reply:What a way to end one year and welcome the next! Looking forward to your return visit.
Rebecca · Married on 12/21/2016
Tulis was excellent, she was happy to Skype us and chat as we were eloping and really helped to organise the event with our photographer in the lead up.Sent on 01/05/2017
Nachelene · Married on 12/03/2016
Tulis is amazing!!! The method she uses to get to know us, in order to write an amazing ceremony, is so unique and even serves in validating and re-assuring your relationship. If you want to have a unique and very personal ceremony, Tulis is the person to marry you!Sent on 12/27/2016
daniel · Married on 10/22/2016
Anyone who is trying to make their ceremony just as special as the rest of the day should speak with Tulis! I was a bit particular in that I wanted a ceremony that showcased the two of us and how our love for each other developed. She was able to capture our lives succinctly and had the entire room convinced she had known us for a very long time. Throughout our cocktail hour all our guests inquired how we knew such a great friend to marry us. Tulis was exceptionally professional while still being entirely personable. She offered great guidance with our ceremony, tailoring it just as we hoped it would be. I was sold on Tulis the moment I watched her website video, and even more so after meeting her in person and having her transform us into a married couple. I cannot recommend her enough!Sent on 12/29/2016
Chad · Married on 10/22/2016
Simply put, Tulis was the reason our ceremony was so special. She met with me and my husband ONCE and had such a loving, well crafted, funny, poignant, insightful reading - that everyone in attendance thought she had known us as a couple for years. Everyone was blown away by how incredible this 'stranger' was able to add such meaning to our day. I feel lucky to have had her be a part of the best day of my life.Sent on 12/29/2016
Sam · Married on 10/14/2016
Tulis was incredible. She put us at ease in our wedding planning process, and created such a unique ceremony. Not only did she help us cross the bridge into married life, but she helped us communicate to our families just how much they mean to us. I'd recommend her to anyone. Just watch her videos on her website and you will fall in love.Sent on 12/23/2016
lisa · Married on 10/09/2016
It feels fake to rate someone 5 stars on each quality, but in the case of Tulis, it's totally true. All of my vendors were truly amazing, but if there was one that the guests called out the most, it would be Tulis. She has a style and presence that immediately captures your attention and you sit on the edge of your seat waiting to hear what she'll say. She was committed to developing a ceremony that was truly about my husband and I, and not two generic people. The guests were laughing, and crying, as were we. She was simply perfect. Love love love. Do not look anywhere else if you want a unique, beautiful, once in a lifetime experience.Sent on 12/22/2016
Lea · Married on 10/08/2016
Tulis was amazing to work with through the entire process. Our wedding ceremony was perfect and beautifully written!Sent on 12/29/2016
Jessica · Married on 10/01/2016
Tulis was an exceptional officiant! Our family and friends were raving about how wonderful and personal our ceremony was. My now-husband and I were looking for a ceremony that was less about religion and more about us and our relationship. Tulis nailed it! I'm so glad we found her, she made the day!Sent on 12/27/2016
Susan · Married on 06/25/2016
Tulis McCall is an exceptional officiant. She brought a beautiful and meaningful tone to our daughter's wedding ceremony. She spent a lot of time learning about my daughter and her fiancee's relationship through meeting with them and asking their loved ones for information. The service was more personal than any I had ever witnessed. So many of the guests raved about Tulis after the service and we were all so pleased.Sent on 10/08/2016
cam · Married on 05/28/2016
My name is Cam McInnis and my husband is Ian McInnis. Our wedding was on September 5th, 2015. Tulis McCall is one brilliant, funny and awesome individual. She made our wedding day a truly special occasion. She took the time to get to know us and really dive deep into our relationship. She discussed what really matters and her methods of getting to know us are unique and unlike anything I have ever experienced in a very positive and fun way. She is a very special woman and I couldn't have asked for a better officiant. Every single guest absolutely enjoyed our ceremony and couldn't stop raving about how amazing she was. She brought our relationship to life for our ceremony and we are so grateful that we found her. You will not regret choosing Tulis to be your officiant. There is no one better!!!Sent on 12/18/2015
Daniel · Married on 04/08/2016
As a gay couple trying to put together a small wedding, Tulis exceeded beyond anyone's expectations. A friend who attended (a cultural writer) who had seen 30 or more weddings said it was the most beautiful ceremony he had assisted. No small praise from a discerning and observant person. She was co-operative in every sense and a pleasure to work with. Tulis's interest in theater pays off in dividends for the celebrants.Sent on 12/27/2016
Stefan · Married on 01/03/2016
Tulis McCall was the celebrant for our wedding in January 2016 (New York City). After meeting her, we discovered a mutual love for literature and films with her. Although this was a great ice-breaker, Tulis is naturally easy to talk to and an attentive listener. Her communication and inclusiveness remained excellent throughout.Sent on 12/27/2016
Tulis made an effort to get to know us personally, as a couple and as individuals. She crafted a beautiful ceremony for us, truly in the spirit of the journey that led us to our wedding day. On the wedding day, Tulis met us at the venue (a small community theatre in Greenwich Village), met our families, and offered some additional guidance ahead of the ceremony. Her wit, wisdom and care were evident in every step of the process, and we loved the highly personal ceremony that she designed with us. Our closest loved ones, those who witnessed the ceremony, agreed. Tulis was a wonderful part of our wedding day, and we won't hesitate to recommend her services.
Stefan and Cristina
Tulis McCall - New York Celebrant: Wedding Officiant and Interfaith Minister's reply:Thank you Stefan and Cristina - Your family and friends were the perfect combination on your wedding day. Some of them raveling 11 plus hours on a plane to be with you. It was an honor to meet them and serve you both.
Matthew · Married on 11/27/2015
Tulis was essential in bringing all the pieces together for our ceremony. She was incredibly patient with us both and made us feel confident that our special day would be perfect, which it was. She went above and beyond, interviewing our loved ones and even coming to our home for a pre wedding meeting . My husband and I couldn't imagine our wedding without Tulis. Her humor, warmth and professionalism are beyond! We love Tulis!!Sent on 12/30/2015
Matthew & Tim
User6112460 · 2+ years ago
Tulis celebrated our ceremony in November this year and even though we went with the most basic package, she customized the ceremony perfectly. She wowed us from day one when I literally picked her on a whim. We had a long chat after and she got to know us and at the end of it all, we were so happy we chose her to be our officiant. She made our day even more special.Sent on 12/30/2015
User6097812 · 2+ years ago
Tulis McCall is simply amazing.Sent on 12/28/2015
We met with Tulis and before the meeting was over, Bernie & I exchanged glances that said "she's the one".
Tulis has a passion for love and a talent for making your night the most memorable night ever.
With her special techniques, answering many questions and discovering so much about yourself and your partner, Tulis then crafts that into a ceremony for all to truly feel your story and be a part of your transformation into wedded bliss.
She masterfully intertwines history, humor, wit & poignancy into a ceremony as if she had known you for decades.
Our family/friends were so impressed with Tulis and many have said they have never been to a more beautiful, heartfelt ceremony ever. The love in the room was inspirational and transformative.
It was our love story but Tulis took that story that spanned over 32 years and made it so everybody shared in our journey.
Tulis has a true gift of listening and creating a night that you will never forget.
One of the most important decisions in your life is who you will marry.
Tulis McCall will make your wedding ceremony magical and unforgettable by putting HER heart in telling YOUR love story.
Kris · Married on 09/04/2015
Tulis was amazing. She took time and energy to get to know us and created an amazing experience and most memorable wedding ceremony for us. She took our 14 year story and transformed it into fun, love filled, choreographed wedding day. Tulis went above and beyond helping us find a photographer, providing details and recommendations for our time in NYC. Without TULIS our wedding gay would not have been as special.Sent on 12/27/2015


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About Jason Dorough
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I am in Halloween costume HELL! I don't know if you have been following the drama with me on Facebook or not, but this year's Halloween costumes are are by FAR the biggest, stupidest, most elaborate fucking things I have EVER undertaken!!!! Every single day I ask myself : "WHAT THE HELL WAS I THINKING???!!!!"
I am now on my FIFTH attempt at making thse damn costumes, and it's not looking good. I have tried four other techniques and all of them were utter disasters. I have decided to try and carve the base for our masks our of styrofoam and this fucking Styrofoam has become the BANE of my existence!!!!!!!
I am working with 4 inch thick pieces of styrofoam and I have FOUR pieces of it glued together. I have been hacking away at it with a kitchen knife because the $20 piece of shit Styro Cutter Plus I bought from Michael's SUCKS ASS!!! I broke down yesterday and bought a Hot Knife from Harbor Freight and I am praying to the Halloween Gods that it does the job. If not, I SWEAR we are going as ghosts!!!!!
*End rant*
~~~One quick note before we get to Thrift Shop Thursday – I have noticed that some of my blog posts have the WRONG video content and I have no idea why. If you go to an older blog post and the video does not match the project, you can always find the correct video on my YouTube Channel. I apologize for any confusion and I will be working on getting it corrected. ~~~
On to happier news – the thrift store has FINALLY put out Halloween decorations and I am sooo excited! I went a little crazy this week and bought several items for my collection of Halloween goodies. Come along with my on my trip to the Thrift Store and see what I got 😀
Thrift Shop Thursday 9/5/13
Posted September 6, 2013on:
Come look at the goodies I got from the thrift store this week! Plus I show you the finished project from last Mixed MEdieology Monday and tell you more about the products I used to make my sweater pumpkin.
Stay tuned for the bloopers at the end 😉
The Real Deal – Horns And All
Posted September 5, 2013on:
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Let me just warn you now, this is a very long post. Long, deep and raw.
I know… that sounds like the title of a badly directed porno.
Another side note – I hate the terms follower and fan, but there really are no other words for the people who only know me or 'like' me because of my art.
*** July 15, 2013. ***
I have not written a blog post since July 15, 2013. That was almost two months ago and I have not felt the desire to write one single blog post since then. I have felt GUILT, oh I have felt PLENTY of guilt for not writing, but no desire what-so-ever.
You see, I have been in a place of limbo about my art/blog/classes for several months and until now I have kept that fact pretty much to myself. I didn't want to put myself out there and tell people what was really going on with me for fear of sounding petty and bitter. But you know what, I *am* a little bit bitter. And pissed off. But most of all, hurt. Personally hurt.
After months of putting on a happy face and keeping my hurt feelings to myself, I am finally ready to break my silence and tell you why I have not had one bit of desire to blog or put out any classes or anything new for several months.
After reading this post you may decide that I am petty and ridiculous and that you no longer want to follow me or this blog and before today, that fact would have stressed me the fuck out and had me backspacing as fast as my little fingers would go. But today, I am letting go of all expectations and just putting my feelings out there. Fuck it. If you like me and my art and if you like what I do, you will still be around. However, if this post is enough to make you no longer like what I do, then to be honest. you are not the kind of 'follower' I want anyway. No hard feelings. I get it. It's ok. You're free to go.
So here's the deal…
I have been making and selling classes for a coupe of years now. My first several classes were major learning experiences and stepping stones to finding out who I was, what I wanted to teach, what my strengths were and what my personal style was. I have always tried to make classes I thought other people would enjoy and I taught things I thought other people wanted to learn. I wanted people to get to know me and my art and I felt like the only way to do that was to join the crowd. I have since come to realize that that does not work for me. Doing what other people do doesn't work for me. It never has. I have to do EVERYTHING my own way, learn what works for me and from now on, that will include any classes that I offer and any artwork that I sell.
I *know* my shit and I am a very good teacher, but for some reason I kept trying to fit into a niche that wasn't really me and expecting to succeed. Every class I put out was a complete and utter failure, but I put on my happy face and tried again. I knew it was going to take alot of work and I knew it was going to be a slow process, so I kept trying to build my 'name' and build my tribe.
I kept putting myself out there, competing with well established artists and never getting any further ahead. I created ten different classes and I tried several different formats, trying desperately to fit into a mold and make my presence known. I was waving my hands, jumping up and down and shouting "LOOK AT ME, LOOK AT ME!!!" and still…. nothing. I felt like one of those little wind up monkeys dancing on a street corner begging for tips, but in my case the tips were students and my street corner was the online art community. I was wracking my brain, forcing myself to try again to find that 'magic formula' that would make people want to take my classes and still…… nothing.
I have always given tons of content and I have always priced my classes extremely (EXTREMELY) low compared to other online artists teaching similar classes, but no matter what I did, my classes did not get the response I had hoped for. Looking back, I realize that I never put enough value on my work or myself. In the back of my mind a nasty voice kept saying "Why would anyone take a class from YOU when they could take a class from this person who is 'better' and much more popular???"
I never truly believed in myself and I think that held me back more than anything.
So, I finally got up the nerve to TRULY put myself out there for the first time. I had grand plans to sell off all of my old artwork and make room for the new. I wanted to release all of the negative thoughts, let go of the old way of thinking and doing things and just start fresh. I set up an online auction to sell EVERYTHING I had created since I began making art and I planned to use the money to create a shiny new website for hosting brand new (true to me) classes, free content, my blog and more. I promoted that auction more than I have ever promoted anything I have EVER done. I made videos, I wrote blog posts. I invited friends. I made Facebook events. I Pinned it, shared it and even did a contest for OTHER people who promoted it! People knew. LOTS of people knew.
So the day of the auction arrives and the first of three online auctions begins and there were only two people in the room. I didn't know either of them and they both left before the auction was over. Nothing sold and no one else showed up. I was let down, but I knew I still had two more auctions to host that day and I figured that most people were waiting for the later auctions anyway.
Sooo the second auction of the day rolls around and EVERYTHING in that auction was only $5.00. There were three people in the room and one of them was my best friend. Two items sold and my best friend bought one of them. Now I KNOW that art is subjective and I *KNEW* that not everything was going to sell. I had prepared myself for that! In my mind, I had guestimated a dollar amount I thought I would reach, but I was hoping to do much better than I anticipated.
So it was time for the final auction of the night. That was the auction I thought would do the best. I put my very best pieces in that auction thinking that it would be the one with the most people. I even rearranged some of the items for sale to include the best things from earlier in the day that didn't sell. The auction began and the room was completely empty. I don't mean there were only a couple of people in there. I mean it was completely fucking empty.
My heart sunk. I felt like such a fool! Not only had the first two auctions of the day been a complete disaster, but this one, the one that was supposed to do the best, was an UTTER FAILURE. No one even showed up!!!! No one was even there for moral support!!!! It's not like people came and just didn't buy anything, THAT I could have understood! Noooooo, no. They didn't even bother to show up!
Where were all of the people who told me they would be there????? Where were all of the people who told me they wanted to buy so and so????? Where were all of the people who just wanted to see what I had for sale? Where were all of the people who said they would love to own something I made and who would love to take a class from me???? Where were all of the people who know me and could have just been there to fill the fucking room???????
Here was their chance to make all of those things a reality, and NONE of them even showed up.
In the past, I had always HOPED my classes would do well, but I never EXPECTED it. I wanted them to do well, but feared they would fail. However, this was the first time I had ever really made myself completely vulnerable because I TRULY believed this auction WAS going to do well. I truly believed people wanted to support me in my art and in my career. Apparently, I was wrong.
I broke into uncontrollable sobs and I cried, inconsolably, for three hours straight. A part of me had died. My dream had died. My passion had died.
I went into a depression that lasted for *days* and I didn't step foot into my studio for almost a month. I couldn't bring myself to do it.
I was personally hurt and offended and to be honest, I still am.
I feel like people don't want to BUY from me, they only want to see my free content. They don't want to take my paid classes or buy my art pieces, they only want to watch my free videos and get my free tutorials. My youtube channel is the ONLY thing that is seeing ANY growth what-so-ever and that has really just started happening since I started doing the Thrift Shop Thursday and Mixed MEdieology Monday series. I love doing that series, and it will always be free, but I don't want that to be ALL people want from me.
I *want* to teach classes, but I don't want to continue to put massive amounts of personal energy into something I feel is not filling my well in return.
I have a *list* of new class ideas, but I really don't want to put myself out there, yet again, only to fail. I refuse to devalue myself anymore in hopes that people will take my classes just because they are cheap!
I know how harsh this sounds. TRUST ME! I have been backspacing these words for MONTHS now because I know EXACTLY how harsh this sounds, but I can't worry about that anymore. I have been holding on to this hurt and this self doubt and this bitterness for far too long and frankly, it's getting really fucking old.
I am an excellent teacher and I think I am a damn good artist. All of my classes are full of content and instruction and I actually TEACH you what to do, I don't just show you what I am doing. I give options and multiple ideas for each technique or project and don't keep the best stuff to myself.
This may sound cocky or conceited, but it's the truth. It has taken me a very long time to realize this for myself and I NEVER thought I would say it publicly, but I am a damn good artist and it has taken me far too long to realize and believe it.
So there you have it. This is me. Horns and all. Now you know why I have not been adding content on a regular basis and why I have not added a new blog post since July 15. Now you know why I have had no desire to create any new classes and why I took such a long hiatus in the beginning of the summer. Now you know why my blog has still not changed, even though I bought a new domain months ago.
I bet you are wondering why I have finally broken my silence and where I got the balls to post such raw truth on my blog. Well, to be honest, this all came about because of the last few paragraphs in Suzi Blu's latest blog post. In this post she is talking about following your dreams and living your passion.
In the final paragraphs, Suzi says the following…
"In the past I have taken on too many other people projects, wanting to please and be friends with everyone, and I neglected my dreams for theirs. You might have done this too.
If you want your Live Your True Passion, you must first know what it is, then say no to everything that is not. If you don't know what your Passion is, go look on your pinterest board. (I know you have one.) Write down your boards and pins and what you like. Imagine yourself living these lives."
I clearly have not been living my passion, but I am about to start. No more doing what I think other people will like. No more devaluing myself, my skills, my knowledge or my ability. No more trying to fit into a mold or a clique' or a theme. If people like what I do and want to learn from me, they will. No more begging. No more hoping. No more settling. From now on, I will be true to myself and that is all I can do.
I would love for you to stick around for the journey, but I will completely understand if you choose to turn and walk away.
In all of my classes, live shows and videos I have always been me and I have always been real, but I have also held back for fear of …
~ offending people
~ turning people off
~ standing out
~ sounding like a bitch
~ people not liking me
~ causing controversy
But not anymore. I have been gradually letting more of my whole personality show in the Thrift Shop Thursday videos and I am finally to the point where what you see is what you get.
~ I cuss. ALOT.
~ I can be rude and sarcastic.
~ I laugh alot, often at myself.
~ I have a touch of self diagnosed ADD
~ I am honest.
~ I am trustworthy.
~ I mess up… alot
~ I have a dirty mind.
~ I have a great personality
~ I am a very good friend
~ I love Halloween and creepy things
~ I can alter anything!
~ I am a damn good artist
~ I am a damn good teacher
~ I know my shit
Thanks to those few words on Suzi's blog, I finally decided that I do still want to teach classes and I have decided what my first new class will be. I do love doing the Thrift Shop Thursday and Mixed MEdieology Monday series, so I will continue those. I do like posting on my blog and I love doing live shows, so I will continue with those, but I will only be creating things that I love. I will only be doing projects that bring me joy. No matter if it is free or paid, I will only create things that bring me joy. If people want to join me, I will welcome them with open arms. If people choose to scroll on by, they just miss out on all of the goodness I have to offer. That is how I live my life and that is how need to start living my career.
To those of you who will be continuing on with me, I would love to hear what you think of this post and I would really like to know what you want to learn from me.
For those of you who have negative comments, keep them to yourself. I really don't care. I don't expect everyone to understand or agree with my feelings here, but I don't want negativity, bullshit or drama because of it either.
This week's Thrift Shop Thursday is already in the can, but since I am posting this today, I will post it tomorrow. I will be blogging T S T and Mixed MEdieology Monday regularly each week, so look for that to start back up again this week.
Thank you for taking the time to read this and for subscribing to my blog and my youtube channel. It is because of you that I have kept going this long and you are the reason I keep making free videos and tutorials. I appreciate you more than you know.
Ahhhhhhh, the lazy days of summer. I am not even kidding when I tell you the only reason I got out of my recliner yesterday was to go pee or make food. Those kinds of days are a rarity for me, so I took full advantage and sat on my happy ass ALL DAY LONG. I finally decided to uproot myself around 9pm and I headed into the studio to work on this weeks project.
In the vein of being lazy, this project was all about keeping it simple! I used a limited pallet as well as limited supplies. I only used what I had within arm's reach (which in MY studio is literally EVERYTHING, but for the sake of this post, lets just pretend I have more space M'kay?) which was acrylic paint, ink and prismacolor art sticks.
I gessoed the record, painted the vinyl area with the acrylic paint and inks and then I drew and shaded my girls face with the art sticks. I used a small pieces of a book page for her dress and finished the piece off with an oil pastel and some Twinkling H2o's.
I think she is super cute and I love the peaceful expression on her face. This piece is now available for sale, so email me at firstname.lastname@example.com if interested.
We are going out of town next week, so I am setting myself a challenge for Thrift Shop Thursday and Mixed MEdieology Monday – Find something that I can alter 'on the road' and use limited supplies to create the entire piece! Tune in next week to see what I find and how it turns out 😀
Thrift Shop Thursday 6/12/13
Posted July 13, 2013on:
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It was slim pickin's at the thrift store this week!
I searched for over an hour before finally choosing an item. My camcorder died before I found my item of the week, * totally NOT because it was plugged into the camera but not the WALL* so you don't see me actually FIND the item, but you can watch the rest of the shopping trip below. Plus I also show you a few of the other things I have picked up at yard sales and Michael's recently.
Stay until the end for a cute outtake 😉
OK, so, you know how much I love Pinterest, right?
I am always inspired by things I see on there and am getting more and more addicted every day. I have started following more boards and more people and I am seeing sooooo many brilliant ideas!
One of those ideas was a change purse I saw several months ago and I have been searching for a change purse of my own to alter every since. The original photo was of a vintage coin purse and when you opened it up, it had this full set of top and bottom teeth hiding inside and it looked AWESOME!!!! The moment I saw it, I knew I wanted to make one of my own.
Every time I went to any thrift store or yard sale, I was on the look out for a change purse with just the right shape for the mouth. I finally found one on the last episode of Thrift Shop Thursday and I was sooooo excited! I had this vision of a creepy maw hidden in the depths of an unassuming coin purse and I had every intention of using it to really carry my money in. I just KNEW it would be awesome and that it would spark endless conversations! What I ended up with was something QUITE different.
*Que old timey horn blower – whah whah whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhh* ;P
You can view the full video tutorial below.
While this is still totally cute, it is soooooo not what I had envisioned. I wanted creepy, dripping, vicious, scary-ass-clown-from-IT-teeth…….. instead, I ended up with chunky, funny, Cousin-Eddie-from-the-backwoods-Bucky-Bunny-teeth. And let me tell you why……..
*Normally* when I start a project, I lose myself in it. I can spend hours or even DAYS on one project and I make sure every little detail is perfect before moving on. (Have I ever told you that I am a perfectionist who is still trying to be ok with her inner messy?????) However, I currently do not have the time I need to devote to any project that I want spectacular results from. My mother in law is visiting for a month, Christopher is out of school, it was 4th of July week AND my husband had the whole week off work.
So anyway, I went into my studio with these grand plans for making these freakishly fabulous teeth and sticking them into this sweet, innocent little change purse. As soon as I started shaping the clay it began…
"Ma, where's this?"
"Babe, blah, blah. blah"
"Ma, can I do so-and-so?"
"Babe, we need blankity blank"
"Edie, can you help me with this thing here?"
You get the picture.
Needless to say, within an hour, I just wanted to get these damn teeth made and stuck into the damn purse. I won't even go into the details of how the top and bottom jaw would not fit together properly no matter what I did or how the bottom jaw broke completely the fuck in half! I mean seriously, how is it that all of our teeth can fit in our mouth and it still closes?????
So what would have normally taken me several hours to complete, still took me several hours to complete, but I wasn't actually working on the project for all of those hours.
And there you have it. I have already decided that I am going to pull these teeth back out and redo the ENTIRE thing….. in SEPTEMBER ….. when SCHOOL is back in session and my house is empty during the day!!!!
End Rant.
I will be back on Thursday with a brand new episode of Thrift Shop Thursday! Please like, subscribe and share!!!!
Thrift Shop Thursday – 6/27/13
Posted June 27, 2013on:
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After a brief hiatus Thrift Shop Thursday is BACK! Come take a stroll through the thrift store with me and see what I discover.
On this week's video I show you the project I made for the Hops, Swaps and Do-Wops "Head Games" challenge, plus I show you the treasure I found at the thrift store.
You can join the Hops, Swaps and Do-Wops FB group HERE.
See you on Monday!