Looking Back and Gearing Up

During the busiest of times, it’s good to take a step back, look back, pause and reflect, before turning one’s attentions to what lies ahead.

I’m sure I’m not alone in saying that 2023 has been a year of extraordinary events. Mine have included traveling through France, and moving from hatmaking into other textile arts. I am transitioning from a full time office management job, down to part time as I ease into full retirement by 2025. I continue to write for Mainly Museums. Next year is already mapped out with projects, including relaunching my product line and writing two books – one recounting my career as a hatmaker, and the other in tracing my family history through the women’s side. I now have a volunteer gig as the manager of the Powerhouse – the art heart of the Fremont Arts Council – where I volunteer two nights a week and Second Sundays. Life is a balancing act, especially when you change course, learning curves and all…

Here’s a taste of some of the articles I plan to publish here in the coming months. You can also follow my progress in more detail on Facebook and Instagram.

I hope all of you have a joyous winter celebratory season and a brilliant New Year!