SARITA'S LIFE

This post would have been called, Follow Your Intuition, but I realized shortly afterwards that intuition is not a very easy concept for us to understand or put to use. So, I changed the title to make it more relatable. A big part of my life revolves around following my passions and doing what feels right. It has taken me on quite a roller coaster ride, but I'm so happy for everything it has given me and taught me. I want to share a little bit of that happiness with you today and how you can do the same.

Have you ever been faced with a challenge that left you stuck between two decisions? Should you eat another piece of cake when you know one is enough? Do you pursue your hobbies or stay at your dead end job? Is it a good idea to binge watch The Office, or use your spare time working on your goals instead? We all have had plenty of these conflicts that pull us in different directions. My point of todays post is to help you be more impulsive so that your passions get the attention they deserve; not a cold shoulder.

Before I started making videos on YouTube, I was on autopilot. After living on my own for almost a year in Baltimore city, I moved in with my partner and his parents. It was a change I wasn't prepared for and it hit me hard. Compared to the city life of Baltimore and having my own privacy, I was now living in the quiet suburbs. At the same time, I was also struggling to find a job. Once I did find a job, I became a workaholic; working 12 hours a day as an Animal bather and Veterinary Assistant.

Eventually this caught up to me and after ten months, I became burnt out and took time off. I had a decent amount of money saved up so paying rent wasn't an issue. When I told my partner of my decision - he was confused on why I'd leave a well-paying job and not very understanding. His parents didn't mind though, just as long as I'd still be able to help with rent. So, for the next eight months, I focused on my self-development; I read books, watched documentaries, developed a schedule for making art videos on YouTube, and even started a self-help blog.

From there, it was a rinse and repeat cycle. Many things have changed since those seven years ago, but my love for YouTube has grown, and so has my skills as an Artist. What started out as just a curiosity became a routine. A routine that made me happier than any job. That is when I discovered my passion. For you, your journey to discovering your passions may be different, but the moment you realize what you really want in life, is when your passions become obvious.

I've had this discussion with Dimitar before, but I firmly believe that every single one of has a sleeping passion inside of us. One way we discover what makes us excited is by looking back on what we did as children. For example, I loved drawing, singing, reading, and spending time playing with my pets. To this day, I fill my time making art videos, vlogs, and taking care of animals; I would love to make more time for singing though!

So, here is the big question. What is one memory you have from your childhood that sheds light on your interests? Do you give yourself plenty of time to do the very things you once enjoyed doing? Or, are you doing everything else but your passions and interests? If you really don't know what you enjoy doing, the best place to start is by making a small list of things that interest you. They can be hobbies, or just random things like rainbows. What ever you end up putting on your list, find creative ways on how you can make a hobby out of it. You can even ask your parents or siblings if they remember anything significant about your childhood that you often did which will greatly help you on your path towards following your passions.

The most important part about bringing your passions to life is to always make sure you are having fun yet being consistent. Make a schedule around your hobbies, no matter how filled up your schedule may be. The more we give back to the side of us that wants to create, is how we experience true joy and freedom. Allowing our passions to grow by simply giving them more of our time will give us so many rewards in the end; it just takes a bit of patience and of course, passion.

There are plenty of us in todays world who are not living a life led by our passions, but our obligations. Some people work at companies that go against their values because the pay is good. Some people work 24/7 because they believe that's what their time is worth. Then there are some who spend their money on materialistic things, and wonder why their happiness is fleeting. A life outside of our passions is not really a life at all, but a prison. The crazy thing about it all though is that it just takes us digging deeper within ourselves to realize how much more exciting our life can be if we just invested more into us.

I once had a conversation with a coworker who enjoyed creating delicate glass mosaics. After she separated from her husband though, she found herself in a small apartment that made it hard to attend to her craft. When I asked her if her craft made her happy, she said it did, but she found it hard to be inspired with her new life. I will never forget this conversation because it not only saddened me to see a great person put their passions on hold, but it also encouraged me to inspire more people. After all, our passions are a lot like plants; we have to keep watering them and giving them the right amount of sunlight for them to thrive and grow. At some point in time, our passions will give back to us too.

So please. To yourself, your future self, and the generation after you, take the time to invest in your passions. It will be the start of a wonderful life that has your best interest in mind.

Until next time! xoxo - Sarah

When it comes to everyday items like a bath mat for example, I have always had one thought cross my mind; there has to be something better out there. For anyone who uses a traditional bath mat like I do, you understand the upkeep of a typical cloth bath mat; the lack of ventilation causes moisture build up, the chances of mold growing are increased because of the moisture, they get dirty easily and you have to wash them every week, and they're also slippery. In the one place inside of your home that should be relaxing and stress free, that doesn't seem to be the case here.

For the past few years, it has never occurred to me to look into a bath mat beyond what's sold in stores. Never. I simply have just put up with the current bath mat that I have by simply washing it whenever it became dirty and letting that be that. Over the years though, no matter how many times I have washed my bath mat though, I was never completely satisfied. I knew I wanted a different bathroom mat, one that was a bit more luxurious, so a few weeks ago I started my research and discovered Sutera.

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Sutera is a rising company that specializes in creating innovative products that transform the home experience. They offer everything from pillow cases, towels, shower scrubs, and more. While their selection is rather limited, when I saw that they had a bath stone that claimed to beat traditional bath mats, I was immediately intrigued. After watching testimonials on both Amazon and YouTube, I was sold and bought one right away.

After a week of waiting, a package finally came in the mail. Of course though, since it has been cloudy outside from all of the snow we have received, I haven't been able to record a review right away. So I waited, and on the first sunny day that there was, I made my review.

The Sutera Bathstone is a one of a kind bath mat. Rather than being made out of cloth or bamboo like most bath mats are made out of, the Sutera Bathstone is made out of Diatomaceous Earth; a fossilized type of plankton that is grounded into a fine chalk like powder. For those who have never heard of Diatomaceous Earth, it has recently been gaining attention for it's health benefits as you can take it as a supplement and even use it for cleaning around the house. It is eco-friendly too which is always a plus!

Sutera BathStone unboxed

The Sutera Bathstone comes in two colors that you can choose from and is a standard size of a traditional bath mat that you would buy in a store; 23.5 x 15. Inside it's box, you'll find a Care and Instructions manual, a slip-resistant mat, the BathStone itself, and a round piece of sand paper. The mat itself does have some weight to it which owes up to it's name being BathStone. It also has a slight aroma, which is typical for Diatomaceous Earth, and to me personally it smells like wet cardboard; which I know is a weird description but that's what came to my mind! The smell is faint though and airs out after several hours.

Sutera BathStone Sanding Paper

The sanding paper it comes with should be used according to how often you shower. If you shower daily, you should use the sand paper on your stone on a weekly basis. This helps the stone look it's best and even prevents breaks and stains. Just as you would with anything you are sanding down, simply use the sand paper on the entire surface of your BathStone, gently removing uneven surfaces or anywhere that shows stains from excess water.

Even though the Sutera BathStone has weight to it, you are provided with a slip-resistant mat that can be placed under your BathStone. This will make it even more secure on your floor, and make being in your bathroom a lot safer and enjoyable. Since I live in an older building and there are parts of the tile in my bathroom that are uneven, having this slip-resistant mat to put under my BathStone really came in handy!

Using Sutera's provided slip-resistant mat

Once I had the Bathstone in place, it was now time for me to test it out. I wasn't going to show me getting out of the shower and stepping on it, but I did have my water bottle near by that would do the trick. To get an idea of how absorbent this little BathStone was, I poured a decent amount of water on it and waited. Within 20 seconds the water on the BathStone started to evaporate, and within 30 seconds majority of the water stain was gone. It was like a mini magic show really because of how impressive the water evaporation was.

The water test

After 20 seconds

After 40 seconds

If you're the kind of person who jumps straight out of the shower without using a towel, this stone will need extra time to dry; you can place it near a fan so it airs out better. For those those who wrap yourself in a towel before stepping out though, you'll find that this BathStone will dry up within 5 minutes. As mentioned before, if you take daily showers, you will need to sand your BathStone regularly so that it doesn't break or stain. It may sound like a lot of work, but it's far better than stepping on a germ infested bath mat that needs to be washed every week; am I right?

I do however wish their products were solely made in the USA because I love supporting American businesses when possible; right now they have manufacturing companies both in America and in Asian Countries. While it wasn't a deal breaker for me, maybe in the near future as the company grows, they will consider such improvements.

Overall, I am very impressed by Sutera's BathStone. It's everything I needed for my bathroom and I really look forward to seeing more products from them.

For an immersive experience, you can watch my official video review on my YouTube channel below!

Until next time! xoxo - Sarah

I want to share with you all some of my thoughts on fear; a subject often overlooked. There is a lot of fear going on around today's world and I hope today's post from me can be encouraging to those who need it most.

I'll start with my own personal life experiences. No matter what the obstacles have been in my life, or even the state of the world, I have done my best to keep fear at bay. There have only been two incidents in my twenty-eight years on this planet that have left me in a genuine state of fear; going to foster care and thinking that I'd never see my dad again, and my mom passing away in 2020.

I can't explain how or why, but throughout my chaotic childhood I have always hated the idea of giving into stress. Since I often found myself in situations that seemed out of my control as a child, I secretly felt that I was being bullied by an unknown force, and I had no choice but to face it. There were times where I would cry out of frustration or just completely shut out from the world around me because I felt so defeated, but deep down I had no intentions on giving up.

"Fear is a reaction. Courage is a decision" - Winston Churchill

It's typical for people to assume these days that those who hold their heads high are the ones who are either privileged or naïve. That is, until we learn a bit about their past and we realize they're humans too with a past just like the rest of us; the only difference is that they refuse to be a victim. I can confidently say the same about myself. I recognized early in my life that I was destined to endure many difficulties, but instead of letting the turmoil get the best of me, I focused on what mattered; my attitude.

Unfortunately, not everyone is able to do this and as a result, I have watched many people that I loved in my life fall victim to their deepest fears. I was able to learn from those around me that fear in fact is debilitating. If you sit with it long enough, fear will steer you off your own path and misinterpret everything that comes your way. One minute you feel content and on top of the world, and then the next you're completely frozen in place. This is fear. It can be irrational and crippling at its worst.

It takes enduring a difficult life to understand how fear really works. It takes pain to realize your true strength and it takes courage to keep pushing forward. What helps us get through these difficulties is our own goals. You see, the more you focus on what you're aiming for in life, your fears will only serve as a stepping stone to help you achieve your goals. For example, when you're a child learning to walk for the first time, you may fall and cry at first, but with the help of an encouraging parent you eventually get back up and try again. The same applies to our fears; if we focus on the end result that we want, we end up using our own fear to help us grow, rather than our fears using us.

When I started to dive into my own self-development back in 2015, I realized that I couldn't be in control of my life if I allowed my fears to lead me. Just like the quote by Albert Einstein states,

"Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results."

So, I read books that lifted my spirit and helped me understand emotional intelligence. I read books on stoicism, I learned to listen to my own inner voice through meditation and affirmations, and I listened to well known speakers such as Jordan Peterson and Leslie Brown, my favorite speakers. The more I opened myself up to this world of new higher thinking and being, the easier it was to sift through my fears and get closer to rediscovering myself.

This is a lot harder to achieve though when the world at large is on edge and in a state of turmoil. When all we get from the TV are mixed signals and horrifying stories, it doesn't take long for the fear in us to kick in. If you watch the TV long enough, you'd likely end up believing that the world is a horrible place to be part of, but this is far from the truth. Just as we all have a choice to improve our lives, we can either focus on our own inner compass, or focus on an outsiders perspective. You can either take charge of your life and do what's best for you, or you can live in someone's projected fear. You can either empower yourself and lead by example to make the world a better place, or let fear lead you into a state of constant instability.

When I look at the world today and I see immense division and fear reflected back, I hope strength and enlightenment can guide us all towards a state of peace and balance. The reality is that we can only grow by believing in our ability to overcome any challenges; not by feeding it with more fear. By coexisting and working with those around us, we remove our differences and focus on our strengths that brings us together.

"Do not pray for an easy life. Pray for the strength to endure a difficult one." - Bruce Lee

So by using our own fears to help us stand taller during such challenging times, we give ourselves permission to grow and we inspire others to do the same. After all, fear is a tool to be used as a stepping stone towards our progress, but it is not a foundation to rely on for security.

Until next time! xoxo - Sarah

Happy New Years everyone! I have been editing a vlog for YouTube and I haven't had the chance to sit down and type up a daily life post. There has been so much excitement going on that it can sometimes be hard to put into words. With a new year before us though, I feel like this year has started off great and I had some time to myself to share an update with you all.

For starters, I have had back to back bookings for pet sitting before Christmas; I was cat sitting for one week, dog sitting for another week after that, and then back to cat sitting around New Years. I was constantly in and out of the house so I wasn't able to do much with my time but, it was really nice to be around more animals! It always amazes me how each pet has their own unique personality and I really enjoy getting to know each of them.

Fidel

Bella

Phoebe

Speaking of Christmas, my boyfriend gifted me an iPad which shocked me the most out of all of my Christmas presents! I have been procrastinating about getting an iPad for so long that my boyfriend finally decided to surprise me with one; it shocked me so much that I cried out of joy. Since then, I have been doodling on it with Procreate and it has been such a blast!

My new iPad

First Procreate Doodle

One day, on a trip to Microcenter (an electronics store), I ended up buying a new phone because of the great deals they had. For those who watch my vlogs on YouTube, I have mentioned before that I have had an iPhone 5 phone for almost six years. I'm not the kind of person who upgrades because of trends, but I felt like it was time to get a new phone; so I did. There is an interesting story behind getting the phone, but I will leave that for a later post!

Upgrading my phone

Dimitar and I have also been spending a lot of time on the couch paying our new favorite game for the PS4, It Takes Two. We've been eyeing this game for quite some time now and Dimitar got it for us to play after Christmas. It's a fun and unique co-op game, where you solve puzzles in an immersive, colorful world. If you enjoy playing games with your partner or your friends even, this game is definitely a must try! We play for hours and can both easily say that there should be more co-op games like it!

It Takes Two - PS4

A great co-op game!

During the week of Christmas, the weather was fairly warm so Dimitar and I went for a walk in DC. We parked our car along the Mount Vernon trail where we then managed to find our way to the Arlington Memorial Bridge. We had never walked over the bridge before and by the time we made it across, the sun was setting. It was magical! Whenever I see beautiful sunsets, it always makes me think of my lovely mother.

Arlington Memorial Bridge

View of the Lincoln Memorial

I loved these columns against the sky

The Potomac River

On New Years, Dimitar surprised me by taking me to a Christmas tree show in DC. It was a lovely setup where there were over 50 different trees that all displayed ornaments from students of various grades and levels. It was nice to see the talent these kids had and truly inspired me. There was also a lovely tree in the center of the event too that brought the event together. Around midnight, Dimitar and I went off to watch the fireworks to celebrate the New Years. It gave us both a lot to think about and encouraged us to make 2022 a wonderful year.

Christmas Tree Viewing in DC

Happy New Years!

On one of our spare days together, we once again found ourselves in DC, roaming around. There was a nice high-end shopping strip that we discovered on our walks that was decorated with colorful lights and even another tall Christmas tree. I wasn't sure where we were to be honest, but it was a lovely spot for taking pictures and relaxing. I honestly wish there were more relaxing spots around just like this one that encouraged people to be more in the moment.

Somewhere in DC lol

Decorative trees all over

High-end Shopping strip

That evening, there was a weather warning that a winter storm was around the corner; which was weird since it was so warm! Around 5am though the next day, it started to snow and it lasted until 1pm in the afternoon! I always get all giddy inside when I know it's about to snow and when it finally did, I was super excited to go outside. It was predicted that we would get over 6 inches of snow, but in actuality we received 12 inches! I really wanted to go sledding too but there weren't any good hills nearby so we walked around the town instead. On the 3rd day of the year, we had our first snow day and we may even get some more this week! What a great omen!

First snow of 2022

Walking in the snow!

Beautiful berry bush

Dimitar making snow balls

I hope you all enjoyed this post and if you would like to watch the full experience on my YouTube channel, you can watch a vlog I created below!

Until next time! xoxo - Sarah

Meet Snickers & Twix; my two guinea pigs who have been part of my life for the past five to six years. Their names were recently changed from Gypsy & Tipsy because I thought their new names were cuter. Today I want to share my story with you all on how I met my little babes and what life has been like being a guinea pig mama. It's been interesting for sure, with the occasional moments of stress, but it has all been worth it. As unusual as it may be to have guinea pigs as an adult, I couldn't have asked for a better pair.

Growing up, my Dad always made having pets an essential for my sister and I. It allowed us to prove our responsibility to not only care for another species, but also because we genuinely enjoyed having pets. When my older sister moved to Texas though, she left my sister and I her guinea pigs to take care. Mine was brown and I had named him Fluffy, after one of my favorite books.

Fluffy's Valentines Day

Well, one day we ended up having to move and we couldn't take the pets with us; I was so upset about it because I had found out in the worst way possible. I had come home from school and discovered that the guinea pigs were gone. Just like that. So, I told myself from that point on that when I was able to, I'd get a guinea pig of my own that no one would be able to take away. Years later I found myself at Petco, a local pet supplies store in the USA, and I was introduced to two older piggies that were up for adoption.

The sales associate told us that the two were brothers and that the owners insisted that they were adopted together. They were much older than the rest of the guinea pigs in the store, but they were cute. We were also told that the darker guinea pig was a bit "wild," since he was known for biting if he didn't get his way. Weirdly enough, they were also free and came with accessories and food; all I needed was a cage. So, I signed the adoption papers and the Associate put them in a box carrier for me to take them home.

I still needed a cage for them and I had no intentions on buying one from the pet store; they were way too small! Instead, I was going to build a C&C cage but I needed the supplies first. So after dropping the piggies off at the house, we went to Home Depot to get our supplies. For the first week, we made their C&C cage small - just until we had time to make it bigger. It was definitely an upgrade from their pet store cage!

First week setup

Final cage

The piggies loved their new home; they ran around, popcorned often, and made noises that I had no idea guinea pigs could make. I was so pleased with their setup because I could see how genuinely happy they were. Store bought cages have nothing on making your own cage, and I will always be the first to tell any first time guinea pig owner that it's best to make a C&C cage; they're cheaper, customizable, and so much better for your guinea pigs well-being.

I learned quickly though that my piggies would catch on to treat time; or any feeding in general. There were times where Snickers would wheek at me if I made the slightest movement at my desk, giving me the impression that he was hungry despite having a full rack of hay, so I'd feed him pellets. After doing some research, I learned that guinea pigs are great at guilt tripping their owners, and mine were no different. Even today, they still try to guilt trip me and of course I give into it every now and then.

Also, my piggies weren't used to being outside of their cage. There were times where I'd set up an enclosure outside of their cage for them to explore on their own and each time I did, they would be completely frozen. If there were any tubes out for them to play with, they would both just hide inside of them. I tried coaxing them with treats and veggies even but it didn't help them move much. So I gave up on it.

Twix & Snickers hiding in their tube

After several years of having them, I had a scare with Twix. He had stopped eating and would keep to himself all fluffed up. I monitored him for a few days to see if he would make any improvements but he only got worse, so I finally took him to an Exotic Animal Clinic. After all the possible tests the Veterinarian could do, they were dumbstruck and found nothing wrong with him.

At this point, I had already spent over $500 for tests and lab work, so I decided to take him home and care for him myself. It was nerve-wracking because I had never cared for a sick pet before and I had read horror stories that made me fear the worst. When I got home though, I set a schedule to tube feed Twix every 3 hours and gave him double the amount of Vitamin C daily. I also secluded him from his brother every day for an hour just to see if his stools were improving.

After two weeks of keeping up with this schedule, Twix had finally gained weight and was back to his usual piggie self; a pooping/eating machine. I was so relieved!

Look how chunky he is!

There are times where I will watch them both from a distance and it will shock me how loving and affectionate Snickers & Twix are to one another; they really are brothers and I'm only saying this because at first, I didn't believe they were. If one goes to the other side of the cage, the other one will follow behind. If one is sleeping, the other will sleep right next to him. They regularly check up on each other too, and while they do occasionally fight, it's rarely concerning and they're always great about "working it out."

The best part about being a guinea pig mama is how they greet me. If I come home from being out, 9 times out of 10, they will know it's me and Snickers will do his usual wheeking. Sure, it's probably because he's hungry and wants to be spoiled, but they know my schedule just like I know theirs. I never had the opportunity to build such a unique bond with my previous guinea pig before, so I'm blessed to be able to do so now.

Some time before moving, I had injured my back and it was hard to clean their cage; it was two levels after all and took roughly 20 minutes. My back was out for a good month and while Dimitar was able to help me clean it, I had no choice but to get rid of the second level so I could recover. It was upsetting since I knew how much they enjoyed running up and down the ramp, but it would only be temporary. Since they are older though, I often wonder if not having a second level would be easier on their joints; still not sure yet.

Temporary cage setup

Six years later, I am still happy to have them part of my life. They cheer me up when I am having a rough day and they make me laugh with their silly personalities. When I tell people I have guinea pigs as pets, they will often mistake them for hamsters or ferrets even, but I shake it off. To me, they're special in their own unique ways and any guinea pig owner will tell you the same. I really am a happy guinea pig mama.

Happy brothers

Until next time! xoxo - Sarah

As I write this, the temperature outside has dropped and it's starting to feel more like Winter. If all goes well, we may even get some snow this year! I may be getting ahead of myself, but it's healthy to have a bit of wishful thinking. Christmas is only in a few days and I thought I'd quickly share some of my weekly activities with you all.

To start off, I have been walking around town a lot because as much as I used to come to Old Town before I moved here, I never had the chance to really see the neighborhood in depth. Since I like to dress up when I am out and about, I've taken this opportunity to wear my new loafers that I bought from SHEIN; they're so comfortable and stylish. It's pretty hard for me to find shoes my size so I was thrilled when these shoes were a perfect fit for me. They're my favorite pair of shoes right now!

My new loafers!

On one of our late night walks, we heard Carolers singing from somewhere nearby and Dimitar and I were afraid that we'd miss them. Just as we were finishing up our walk though, we found the group of singers near the water, singing Christmas classics. It was amazing to hear such talent up close and it was also the first time that I was able to listen to Carolers too. I was honored to have been able to see such talent in person, along with the crowd of people that were watching with us. It really made Christmas extra special.

The Alexandria Harmonizers

The reason why I love this town so much is because of it's enthusiasm for the holidays and it's diversity. The tiny quaint stores do their best to stay unique and original, while the colonial style homes maintain the town's rich history. Just when I thought I had see it all in this town to admire, I discovered the 20ft Christmas tree for the first time at the Old Town Alexandria Square. It was lit with Christmas lights and could be seen from several blocks away. It was lovely!

20ft Christmas Tree In Old Town Alexandria

Dimitar and I were feeling adventurous on our night walks as we were ready to scout out the cutest Christmas decorations. In Old Town, it's ordinary for neighbors to keep their windows open. I'm not sure why, but it makes the town feel safer and inviting. We saw many homes that had nutcracker decorations, angels hung up from inside of their homes, to even large candy canes. The best that we came across though was a Santa Clause on his sled with his reindeers.

The best Christmas lawn decoration

Speaking of decorations, I had to make a payment for a bill and on my way to the bank, I came across this historic building that had beautiful arches. I've shown it before on one of my vlogs, but this time the building had put out their Christmas decorations that really inspired me. I always told myself that if I were to build my own house, I would build it with the same arches and ornate designs because they really are stunning. It's architecture like this that make me wish more homes were designed that way.

Victorian Arches

On a day where both Dimitar and I had off, Dimitar wanted to take me to a new restaurant that opened up near his job. I am always open to trying new restaurants, as long as it wasn't fast food because my body can't handle such meals anymore. The restaurant was located in Springfield, near Springfield Mall. It's called Hangry Burger and it really impressed me. They specialize in serving halal dishes that are made right on the spot. For those who don't know what halah is, it's a special preparation of meat that is more humane for both the animals and people. I didn't try any of their meat dishes, but I did order their Unlawful Falafel which was made from falafel; it was so delicious! Their asparagus fries were also amazing.

Hangry Burger

At home, the Christmas tree is looking mighty packed this year with presents which has left me contemplating a lot. I think after this year though, Dimitar and I will focus less on buying gifts and instead focus more on making gifts ourselves or spending our money on experiences instead. As much as I love the idea of wrapping presents and the appeal it gives a Christmas tree, I am not very materialistic and I really enjoy the simple things in life. Traveling is by far worthy of splurging on, in my opinion. Plus, I think by focusing on the deeper aspect of what the Holidays are really about, it helps us appreciate what matters most in our lives. Little things like a new house decoration, watching your favorite movie, pampering yourself, or just spending more time with those you love can really make a difference in our lives compared to material things.

First Poinsettia plant - so pretty!

I am making Dimitar another art piece for Christmas. I made one for him last year of a bull with Tribal designs on it since he is a Taurus, so this year I am painting him a Mandala that has Bulgaria colors on it since he is Bulgarian. It is taking me awhile to finish it because of all the small details on it, but I am excited to see it completed. I am painting the Mandala on a wooden black board so the colors stand out really well. I am always nervous about gifting hand made items to friends or family because I never knew if they will like it, but I am sure that is just my inner artist critic breaking out. What do you all think of it so far? For those wondering, I am using my Artistro fine point paint pens.

Mandala designed by Sarah Lucas

Since I am cat-sitting this Christmas and dog-sitting for New Years, I will make use of my time by pampering myself and working on my business. This year has offered me so many challenges, but also many opportunities that I am grateful for. I hope you all are enjoying your Holiday so far and I wish you all a Merry Christmas, from my home to yours! Cheers!

Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas!

Until next time! xoxo - Sarah

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