tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-69935466738971641392024-03-13T07:58:17.162-05:00❦ Expressionology ❦with Tena TellTena Tellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05470230758067882662noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993546673897164139.post-72122918068905348262011-05-03T10:56:00.004-05:002011-05-03T11:05:31.353-05:00A Beautiful Day and A Purple CrossOn a beautiful Friday afternoon during our Spring break, my 8-year old son and I decided to have a picnic at the lakefront. The skies were clear and blue, the sun was shinning, and there was an strong steady breeze blowing--and almost no humidity. This weather in-and-of-itself is a gift in Southeast Louisiana.<br />
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While I was surprised that there weren't more people enjoying the spectacular day, I was grateful for the peace and quiet. I laid our blanket half under a tree with the intention of reading a book on my iPad (The Boelyn Inheritance). Well... just like in the commercials, even in the shade, I was unable to read because of the glare and back light. Consequently, in frustration, I lay back on the blanket and watched the tree branches sway in the wind like a slow dance.<br />
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As usual, I had my handy dandy camera close by. So I scooped it up and snapped a couple of images of the sun rays beaming through the branches above me; not really aiming or framing anything in particular. I didn't notice anything incredible in what I was doing. The sound of the camera shutter and the serenity around me was relaxing and appreciated.<br />
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All of us have seen the pictures of the image of Jesus or Mary camouflaged in a burnt piece of toast, on the truck of a tree, or in the clouds. Well, I don't have anything like that to show you. I have something BETTER! When I uploaded the images from our picnic on my Mac yesterday, this is what I saw ↓<br />
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Awesome right? A purple cross with a burst of light in the center. This photo has not been altered in any way except to add the copyright. How incredible is this image???<br />
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Oh, and did I mention... it was taken on <span style="color: purple; font-size: large;">Good Friday</span>?<br />
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Have a blessed day.Tena Tellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05470230758067882662noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993546673897164139.post-82416378157244823142011-04-19T08:00:00.000-05:002011-04-19T08:00:51.609-05:00Sweet ShotBecause I am no longer an "active" professional photographer and let my website and online portfolio go, I haven't been posting many of my images for general viewing. In fact, I haven't been motivated to take many creative images at all. Which is in stark contrast to my past, to my personality. Although I still don't go any place without a camera, my creativity has been in a big funk. This is my grand attempt at 1) rebuilding my blog; 2) sharing some of my favorite images and attempting to re-motivate this gift.<br />
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This week I am starting with one of my favorite images. Because my daughter (and her wonderful soldier husband) is the subject of this one I'm probably a bit bias. None-the-less, I love it and hope you will too. This was taken outside the St. Louis Cathedral in New Orleans as part of her engagement shoot.<br />
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<div class="MsoNormal">I’m a right-brain thinker. I’ve known this long before I knew the "proper" terminology. Or, that there was even terminology to describe the type of thinker/learner people are. I realized early on that I... uh… am a unique thinker. In fact, that’s all I ever do—think, think, think. Sometimes my thoughts don't make sense, nor can I always explain myself. Sometimes I can even be a deep thinker. Look.Out.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal">While most people have both left and right brain tendencies, one side usually dominates the other. </div><div class="MsoNormal">Let’s say you want to make a gumbo (“make” means “cook” in Cajun talk). You locate and read the entire recipe and lay out all of the ingredients ahead of time. You wash, cut, and measure out everything in exact portions and line it all up on the counter next to the stove. Everything is added to the roux in the order it is on the recipe and cooks for the required time. If this sounds like you, then you’re a left-brainer.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">If you’re like me, a right-brainer, you get inspired by the weather or a smell (or who knows what) and you reach for the pot. After you start the roux, you randomly start adding ingredients from memory or instinct. You eyeball the amounts without thinking too much and make adjustments for the ingredients you’re missing. The gumbo cooks until you feel like it’s ready—without timing it—or until it just smells like gumbo.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">These days, while I’m still a right-brainer, I would be happy to have any part of my brain working properly. Between stress, age, hormones, and life in general, things are getting lost in this brain of mine. Sometimes things just bounce right off of my rapidly wrinkling forehead. UGH! Do you have those moments when you are just scattered? Lately, these moments seem to be week long events. <b> </b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal">In the morning when I get to work I attempt to organize my day. Since I am a teacher I have set class times, so that’s already organized for me. Then I sit quietly and read a devotional and/or say a prayer. Next, I type my To Do list for the day (or at least make a mental note of it). However, with my present scatter brain tendencies, I’ve been making myself type it into my calendar program, which then syncs to my iPhone so I have it with me at all times. I have no excuses, right? Ha. With all this preparation and technology, one would think I am one organized, put together chick. Don’t be deceived. The trick of always staying organized and on task it to actually READ YOUR LIST throughout the day. Herein lies the problem. After I type the darn thing, I rarely go back to check things off and see what’s next. Maybe that’s where my right-brain tendencies kick in. While I stress in total chaos, a rigid structure of any kind sends me into a panic attack, of sorts. The other thing that's happening is I’m the queen procrastinator. But isn’t procrastination a part of the whole right-brain thing? Shoot, who knows? Good grief.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">What I do know is that I need to get my rear in gear and get back to my art. I’ve procrastinated enough (I think). I am test driving a new smaller camera (Canon Power Shot SX30 IS) and “plan” to join the picture a day <a href="http://www.beckyhiggins.com/products/">Project Life</a> thing over on Becky Higgins site. I also plan to COMPLETE an art journal page a week, or if not that, complete a specialty project.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Today, I am in the midst of planning an art journaling summer camp for girls. What a great outlet for young girls, right? I’m having some trouble locating a site to hold the camp. I want a place where I don’t have to pack up the TONS of “stuff” every day and unload it in the morning. I need a place where they can spread out to journal in private, join back together to share ideas and techniques, and "create" over the pages and leave them to dry. Oh yeah, it has to have running water too. (If my home were large enough, I would do it there, but I essentially live in a birdhouse.) I’m running into some issues—like the cost—eeech. Pray that I find the perfect place to pull this off because time is running out. I need to earn some money and I really WANT to do this.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Suggestions or ideas would be appreciated. I’ll keep you informed of my progress – hopefully I'll remember!!!</div><br />
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I thought. I thought for a long time. I thought and planned for a long time before creating a blog--before deciding upon a topic. Well...I thought wrong. Not "wrong" exactly, just not exactly right. My goal was to create an artful, teaching, informative, interesting, and humorous distraction. It hasn't quite turned out that way--not yet. I've been side-tracked by an injury and surgery and have badly neglected my blog before it really got started. That sidetrack has me re-thinking my direction.<br />
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I stalk numerous beautiful, inspiring, well written blogs. Blogs that I want mine to be like when it grows up. I've motivated a few of my friends to start blogs and they have done so successfully. All the while my blog stagnates from inactivity. My posts never seem to materialize as I would like them to. And even though I was an English major (once-among other things), I stumble with my expression. When I read back my writing to myself, it never emulates in the poetic style in which I envision or desire. I'm so brilliant in my own brain (ha ha). Why doesn't that always translate in writing? <br />
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<div style="color: #3d85c6;">What the heck am I rambling about?? I'll try to explain.</div>One of the christian blogs I follow is "<a href="http://audreycaroline.blogspot.com/"><span style="color: purple;">Bring the Rain</span></a>." It's authored by a God and people loving, heart broken, humble, sincere girl named Angie Smith. I discovered her blog about a year ago while stalking another blog, and I can assure you she has no clue as to who I am. There was a recent post where she spoke about the books she used as her <a href="http://audreycaroline.blogspot.com/2011/01/logos.html">bible study tools</a>. While I enjoyed reading the post, she didn't say anything unique in the sense of disclosing some earth altering secrets--she simply listed a few books and a couple of bible translations she liked to study from. I had heard of, or read, most of the books before. Like I said... nothing mind-blowing per se'... but yet possible life altering for some. The impressive part was the comments from her readers. I was amazed as I pondered the responses to this post. It was incredible to me how SHE moved and motivated her readers simply by listing "what she does." The power of her words moved these people into action. At the very least, enough for them to entertain the possibility to start or renew their pursuit of know what the bible teaches. Wow! The power of the written word is incredible.<br />
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Now--realize--this didn't happen from someone reading just her one post. It came from a trust and respect that was built upon over time. Over time spent getting to know a small part of her, her incredible journey, and her spirit--by repeatedly visiting, reading, and RELATING to her words/blog. She's moves and motivates people--what a beautiful gift, huh?<br />
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<i style="color: lime;">My Point:</i> I aspire to have my words/works inspire more than one somebody in a positive, creative or passionate direction. That would be so cool. It won't be in the way that Angie or any other blogger does it, but in my own unique way. My perpetual work in progress.<br />
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<blockquote><span style="color: #0b5394;">(I already think this post is too long and my 3 readers have probably X'd off by now!)</span></blockquote>My interests (and moods) are varied and practically change with the seasons. The consistent things in my life, since I was very young, are photography, writing, art, and religion. I see a story in everything around me like a voice inside my head that never shuts up. I see art and inspiration constantly. There's a lot going on in this peanut brain of mine. So! That's just what I'm gonna write about--what ever I'm passionate about and working on in the moment. Hopefully if will be a little entertaining, motivating, or humorous. And perhaps along the way someone will be inspired--at least enough to visit my blog again. (Jen Lancaster said it's absolutely okay to start a sentence with the word "and"--so nah.)<br />
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We'll see how round two goes! Ding, ding.<br />
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</div><div style="color: #e06666;"><span style="font-size: small;">Even if you don't consider yourself and artist, you CAN create art! Take a moment to check out this FREE art course by whimsical artist Tam. Her talent and life philosophy is inspiring and fun! </span></div><div style="color: #e06666;"><span style="font-size: small;">Did I mention it's a full art course and it's FREE. Give it a shot... what do you have to loose?</span></div><div style="color: #e06666;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Te Amo'</div><img alt="E2B4CA73644DBF4E4B41D3B20469BCE7" border="0" class="pc_img" height="67" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4067/4697856477_e1ee660193_m.jpg" width="127" />Tena Tellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05470230758067882662noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993546673897164139.post-39175387563902027332010-09-16T23:36:00.007-05:002010-09-27T20:54:54.492-05:00Jack O'Lantern Candy DishSweet Halloween Gift<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">How cute is this?</span> <br />
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If you like it, click on over to <a href="http://thesparklestudio.blogspot.com/2010/09/jack-o-lantern-candy-dish.html">The Sparkle Studio</a> for instructions and check out her adorable blog.<br />
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I will be working on some of these this weekend!<br />
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I want to thank everyone for visiting my blog. I know it's been a pain in the butt to leave a Comment for me, but I think I've finally figured out how to fix it. I appreciate your loyalty as I get this thing off the ground. Please try to comment on any post you like.<br />
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These simple, cute, cheap, bag books with optional pockets, can be used as a mini journal, storybook, mini scrapbook, mini photo album to document your summer fun and more. So collect your scrap papers, some photographs, scissors, glue, ribbon/string/binder rings and get started.<br />
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I did not originate this idea and there are many was to create this project. I'm only going to show you how "I" did it. For more ideas on this and many other great projects, surf on over to YouTube and search the videos for "Paper Bag Scrapbook" and SOOOO much more!<br />
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<div style="background-color: yellow;"><i>If you do this project, please post your pic(s) and list your link in the comments so others can see your design and it can inspire some new or unique ideas and techniques.</i></div><br />
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Stuff You'll Need<br />
+ paper lunch bags (3-6), any color -- they're not just for lunch anymore!<br />
+ decorative paper, loose leaf, etc.<br />
+ glue<br />
+ scissors<br />
+ hole punch<br />
+ yarn, ribbon, or rings<br />
+ stuff: stickers, rubber stamps, markers, photos, etc.<br />
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Step 1 - Fold each paper bag individually in half BEFORE you punch the holes. Stack them to the open sides are on the bottom, with the fold on your left, which is where you will bind your book.<br />
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Step 2 - Stack your bags on top of each other and evenly punch three (or more) holes in the stack, on the left fold.<br />
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Step 4 - Cut some squares of colored or decorative paper and glue onto the bag on each page. This will strengthen your pages and it looks cute if you want to create a "theme" based mini book (bugs, beaches, etc.).<br />
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Step 5 - Cut ribbons in 7"-9" pieces stack your pages on top of each other and thread through each hole and tie in a double knot. You can mix and match ribbons, use rings, etc. **Don't tie the ribbon too tight, you want to be able to open the pages and have them lay flat for decorating and writing. <br />
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Step 7 - Add your background papers to the inside pages. You can piece scraps of paper, fabric, or anything flat that you can glue down.<br />
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I also decorate inside and outside of the flap to write secret notes or a small token. You can also glue your background page over the flap if you don't want to use it.<br />
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(The book to the left is one I made using plain brown lunch bags.)<br />
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Tips:</div><br />
<div style="color: black;">Keep most of the decorations to the corners and edges to allow your pictures to lay flat.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Make a blank book for a friend as a gift or as an activity for a sleep over, birthday party, or play date.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Great for collecting souvenirs, a brag books for grandparents, teacher gifts, scrapbook clubs for children and adults. </div><div style="color: #351c75;"><br />
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<div style="color: black;">This book is not meant to last two hundred years. If you want to create an archival quality book I suggest investing in acid-free supplies (the bags are not acid-free but can be treated to be) and heavy-duty supplies. </div><div style="color: black;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: black;">Have fun!!!</div><span id="goog_737974397"></span><span id="goog_737974398"></span><br />
<img alt="E2B4CA73644DBF4E4B41D3B20469BCE7" border="0" class="pc_img" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4067/4697856477_e1ee660193_m.jpg" /></div>Tena Tellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05470230758067882662noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993546673897164139.post-52808743939245205382010-07-03T00:50:00.002-05:002010-07-03T12:56:04.273-05:00Something Special from the Heart<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCa8yUNFmWr7X8gfR0WKnPuZHcp6HnvCCM6viirktdw1jC176RjOx2ELo9GmLc8_91luj7F0CxfpiDUMo7OGjNboips3d8X9WCMwx9MKUd3P_gDFqqkmTVLesHXmr4zTb_qgiyML7cc1qP/s1600/DSC_0008web.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCa8yUNFmWr7X8gfR0WKnPuZHcp6HnvCCM6viirktdw1jC176RjOx2ELo9GmLc8_91luj7F0CxfpiDUMo7OGjNboips3d8X9WCMwx9MKUd3P_gDFqqkmTVLesHXmr4zTb_qgiyML7cc1qP/s400/DSC_0008web.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="360" /></a> The beautiful child in this photo is Gabby, one of my incredible third grade student who passed away on Good Friday of this year after a brave battle against Neuroblastoma. <br />
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You can read about her courageous life and the inspiring, spiritual, journey of her family at <a href="http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/gabriellechiasson">http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/gabriellechiasson</a>.<br />
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This family continues to inspire faith and awe in the power of love in our community. It would be awesome if you would consider making a donation to the great organizations mentioned on the site in her name.<br />
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Now, back to the necklace.. Gabby has two sweet sisters that I also teach and love. When she passed away I felt the desire to create something special for the girls. Since one of my passions is making jewelry, I wanted to give them a piece that when they wore it, they would feel close to Gabby.<br />
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I have been making photo jewelry for a few years now, but recently tried a new UV resin by Lisa Pavelka called <a href="http://www.lisapavelka.com/Magic-Glos.asp">Magic Glos</a> and fell in love with it. I knew it would stand the test of time and two active girls.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>I created the pendants with a not-the-clearest photo I printed from the web (I didn't want to impose on the family at such a sensitive time for a clearer image), but was pleased with the results. Then, I attached the pendant to a delicate seed-beaded coated wire/string. The girls loved them!<br />
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However, literally within minutes, my precious second-grader returned to my classroom with the necklace broken in two places. (I think she was pulling on it to look at the picture of her sister, but the length was not long enough for it, causing it to break.) So... I took it home and changed a couple of the findings and cemented the things I could to strengthen it. I wanted to get it back to her as quickly as possible. I thought that would do it. (Here I go "thinking" again.)<br />
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Well that repair lasted about a month, and on the last day of school, I returned to my desk and discovered a plastic baggie with the necklace in it. How heart broken that made me!! I felt so bad (and embarrassed) that this thing kept coming apart on her. If give someone a gift and the darn thing keeps breaking, you feel really crappy and that you let them down. It was beyond disappointing for the both of us. But that sweet brave girl just keeps smiling!!!<br />
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To present day... that necklace has been sitting in my studio for the past 4-weeks. I wasn't quite sure how I could put it back together and make it strong enough to withstand this spunky, active young girl. Starring at this thing for weeks without a solution was driving me nuts. I want it to be strong, but still be feminine. I wanted her to be able to pull it up to look at her sister when she wanted to without fear of having it fall apart (again) in her hands. What to do?<br />
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What's left now, is to get this thing mailed out to her ASAP. I really hope she likes the changes, especially since it is styled completely different. I figure if she doesn't care for the ribbons she can always cut them off. And if she wants the beads again, I can always restring the original and hope for the best.<br />
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I am open to any other ides or suggestions you may want to share. How do you "kid-proof" a necklace?<br />
<blockquote style="color: #e06666;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>♡♡Please keep Gabby and her family in your prayers. They are truly remarkable, faith-filled, and inspiring!♡♡</b></span></blockquote>Te Amo',<br />
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<div style="background-color: #fce5cd;"><i><b>Please Note</b>: I do not get any type of compensation from endorsing the products mentioned on my blog</i> (that would be nice, though), and am only supplying the product information in the event you would like to create something along the same lines for yourself.</div><div style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">HAPPY B-DAY AMERICA</span></div><div style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Have a fun and safe 4th of July!!!!!!</span></div>Tena Tellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05470230758067882662noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993546673897164139.post-35512199480905469932010-06-28T18:29:00.001-05:002010-06-28T19:03:23.378-05:00Beach Memories (pre oil spill nightmare)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />
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Since we choose to cancel our Gulf Coast beach vacay this year, I wanted to remember our last trip that was filled with fun, sun, & memories. It greatly saddens me to think it might not be safe to bring my child back to the beach for many years. While I am not a sun goddess by any stretch (my auto immune issues prevent this), I love the sound and smell of the water.<br />
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<blockquote style="color: #38761d;">I love watching my son discover and catch the many small creatures living in the sand and water.</blockquote><blockquote style="color: #38761d;">I love watching his pride as he releases these small animals back to their watery home.</blockquote><blockquote style="color: #38761d;">I love the laughter after a big wave has just swept him off his feet. </blockquote><blockquote style="color: #38761d;">I love watching him win ALL the boogie board races against his dad.</blockquote><br />
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I read that it takes 3 large bottles of Dawn to clean just one pelican--THREE!! I am going to find an organization I can donate some Dawn to!<br />
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Have you canceled your plans to visit the Gulf Coast beaches this summer? Where are you going instead? Do tell!<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Tena Tellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05470230758067882662noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993546673897164139.post-14768441039239901482010-06-12T09:30:00.009-05:002010-06-18T18:26:17.205-05:00Fun-Fun Photo SiteI couldn't sleep last night and was trolling the internet (as usual). I went to a blog, then clicked on another blog, then another, then.... - you know how that happens! Anyway, I landed on what was the most fun I've had in a while. Okay, that's exaggerated, but it was fun nonetheless. Since I am a photographer and have spent thousands of dollars on everthing photography, this fun, fun, and FREE site especially peaked my interest at 2:00 am.<br />
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The site is <a href="http://photofunia.com/">http://photofunia.com/</a>. Here are some of the cool pics I created - FREE. You can download them, order prints (these you have to pay for, of course), publish them, etc. Here are just a few examples.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">Me, on the side of a building.</div><div style="text-align: center;">(just ignore the light post stuck up my nose)</div><br />
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My daughter on the cover. My Godchild on the wall of a museum.<br />
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<span style="color: purple;">Fun stuff</span>, right? So the next time you find yourself randomky clicking away or cyber stalking the blogs (or something borderline), give this site a whirl.<br />
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</div>Tena Tellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05470230758067882662noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993546673897164139.post-16247126750957697772010-06-11T13:17:00.003-05:002010-06-19T00:08:47.423-05:00Illustration Friday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><a href="http://illustrationfriday.com/about_p.php" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHUS9gj7QehW8PzcwwOFiQq-BKhU7s5_qP3dTiiVReEBvLteIKAI55I1zgJdsWktK8UWcOoX7Px0hohr0SD91Gpgj9cbFo_hbKlLUnB4Hl2q3U8NwnWtjruJOe_HlpezicnZa_GzsHB-Kk/s400/ifadoutlet.jpg" width="105" /></a> I wanted to tell you about something I am participating in. It's called <a href="http://illustrationfriday.com/index.php">Illustration Friday</a>. In the future, I will be creating my own creative challenges in different media. Until then, I highly recommend you participating and checking out this fun site. Every Friday they post a "topic." You come up with your own interpretation via any type of media (mixed media, drawing, paint, watercolor, etc.). It can be a cartoon, abstract, collage, or what ever you're into. Here is a snippet from their site, including a link:<br />
<blockquote><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://illustrationfriday.com/index.php">Illustration Friday</a> is a weekly creative outlet/participatory art exhibit for illustrators and artists of <b style="color: #cc0000;">all skill levels</b>. It was designed to challenge participants creatively. We believe that <span style="color: #cc0000;">every person has a little creative bone in their body</span>. Illustration Friday just gives a no-pressure, fun excuse to use it. No clients looking for a particular thing. No one judging the outcome of the work. It's a chance to experiment and explore and play with visual art. So welcome, novices and pros alike. </div></blockquote>It <b>doesn't matter</b> what anyone around you thinks of your art. So what if your family and friends think it's crap, or just don't understand it. JUST KEEP CREATING!! It's an important part of you. Do it for yourself! Share your creative <a href="http://expressionology.blogspot.com/">expression</a> with others and learn from others. <br />
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In order to participate, you will need to upload a link to where your art is displayed. To accomplish this you either have to have a webite/blog you can create a link to OR post a pic of your art in a free flickr® <br />
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I look forward to seeing some of your creations posted. Please post a comment and let us know if you participated. I added a new widget that makes it easier to post a comment--hope you like it.<br />
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Te Amo', <br />
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I uploaded a few (yes, only 3 for now) images in the "<a href="http://expressionology.blogspot.com/p/gallery.html">Gallery</a>" this weekend. I will be sharing more of my work with you as it relates to my posts or because I think you will enjoy them. (Or, when I get off of my lazy rear end and scan them--which ever happens first.)<br />
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The image I want to highlight today is late for <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKVg2-JlfNQHdkfsvW4KQWPSbx_L-T_q2nuIDi4mF1uJXlppGVoS0uaUWOdTgVkwTx1Go9Eq4txbwbvbyYcKr98xGqh4LsM8dIRvMDHMVbB1WdeTc2Tiy2suGAArt_wk7H9vWCVkXFqAsc/s1600/wings_heart.jpeg.jpg">Memorial Day</a> (life happens, right), but dedicated to all the soldiers in my life, none-the-less. (I never completely understood that phrase).<br />
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Although Memorial Day is to honor those who have given and lost their life in the line of duty, my soldiers, thank God, are still here and often aggravating the crap out of me. Again, thank God, right?!<br />
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My son-in-law, Layton (see pic insert), is in Iraq right now. Please pray that he comes home safely in September and can work on making me a grandmother (Nana, actually). My brother, Kendall, who I never get to see even though he lives on 45-minutes away-- I know he's alive and well because he has current posts on Facebook. Last but not least my husband, Michael, who should be awarded a medal of honor just for putting up with me and and constantly stepping over my never ending piles of books and art supplies.<br />
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I will be starting my post(s) on visual art journaling later this week - CHECK BACK SOON!<br />
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Te Amo'<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #f1c232;">***Don't forget to <span style="color: #6aa84f;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog even if you follow me on Facebook. It will double your chances of winning my forthcoming <span style="color: magenta;">Giveaways</span>.***</span></span>Tena Tellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05470230758067882662noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993546673897164139.post-4574600165320058482010-05-24T22:18:00.002-05:002010-06-18T18:28:05.335-05:00Hand In Hand Passion - no...not that kind!!!Happy Monday. <br />
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I am SO excited. My husband bought me an iPad this weekend!!! Can you believe it? I have no idea how I will utilize it, but I love it. It is the coolest thing. I really have no designated utility for it yet, but did I mention that I love it? It's a 32mb+Wi-Fi +3G. Totally cool!!<br />
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My first thought is I would use it when I'm melting my makeup off at my 7 year old sons baseball practice (as opposed to walking, exercising, or pretending I'm watching, of course) and all the while wondering <i>is anybody else's ass sweating</i>?? Or, when I'm watching that a kid doesn't stick their grimy fingers in my pizza while it's sitting on the table at the germ-topia Chuck-e-Cheese. Yea, that's when I could really use it.<br />
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Of course there are the more practical uses that I will discuss with you as I discover them. For beginners, keeping up and developing this Blog. Especially because as I sit here and write, I am the only one who is subscribed to my blog. How sad is that? I've been assured that will change. (I will be having a sign up Give-Away soon, so keep checking back.) Although, I did have 37 hits on my Facebook page. That's encouraging.<br />
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As some of you may know, I am a computer technology teacher by day, and a whole bunch of other things by night...mother, wife, photographer, artist, avid book reader, and the list goes on. The passions at the top of my list are photography and technology/computer stuff. Since everything is grown "digitally" these days, it makes sense right? The two go <span style="color: blue;">hand in hand</span>. What good is a digital image without a computer to store and process it? While you can get a decent (and I use that word loosely) print from an image you either edit in camera, or don't edit at all, a whole new world of creativity, sharpness and color open up when you process your image using Imaging Software.<br />
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So... I found the coolest thing while trolling my blog roll tonight. Something that definitely says "Tena." Something that signifies the two things I love and "do." I found it on a site called <a href="http://www.photojojo.com/">Photojojo</a>. I've looked through a book at B&N they currently have published, but I have to admit I didn't purchase it. In fact I can't even tell you what is in it--but the site is pretty cute.<br />
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(and no, I don't get paid to talk about or refer you to other blogs--in case you were wondering) Hmm, I wonder how I can make that happen?<br />
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Anyway, what the heck am I rambling about? It's called a "Camera Dial Laptop Decal." I HAVE to get one. My dilemma? Which one do I get? I can't decide.<br />
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It's not cheap enough (for me) at $18 each, to get both - so what do you think? It is removable, and I think reusable.<br />
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[Yes, I already thought about creating a similar image and printing it on a vinyl sheet and using that, but they always peel off and get dirty around the edges. So that's out.]<br />
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I promise I will get back to the art journaling after I wind down this final week at school. This has been the longest week of my life. I don't really understand it since we had a really good year and it went by super fast. Summer art projects are beckoning, I guess that's it.<br />
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Have a wonderful week and Welcome Summer Vaca !!!<br />
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Have a great week!!<br />
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<span style="color: #cf1b22;"><span style="color: blue;">There's still time! </span> </span>Tena Tellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05470230758067882662noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993546673897164139.post-15730553650759075652010-05-19T13:17:00.004-05:002010-06-18T18:28:29.781-05:00Why Expressionology?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ53mfHc-Tz3Ex1w4zs8V0CXsp1h40yNmtu_LZ3Lce8ZIez8izCDPZA4pHx3YwqV0RjldNBjtRcXlnuUjq8xauCqQYwn4ep5hqfF13u2MF3johos4hPSdEGPnmAOBP-24-K2Nmky73elrR/s1600/art+journal.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ53mfHc-Tz3Ex1w4zs8V0CXsp1h40yNmtu_LZ3Lce8ZIez8izCDPZA4pHx3YwqV0RjldNBjtRcXlnuUjq8xauCqQYwn4ep5hqfF13u2MF3johos4hPSdEGPnmAOBP-24-K2Nmky73elrR/s400/art+journal.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />
Why did I choose the name <b>Expressionology</b> for my blog? I'll break down the words and the definition(s) and you’ll see why. I underlined the definitions I related to when considering a blog name.<br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">Expression-ology</span>.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"> <b><span style="font-family: "Baskerville Semibold"; font-size: 14pt;">expression</span></b><span style="font-family: "ヒラギノ明朝 Pro W3";"> </span><span style="font-family: "Baskerville Semibold";">- noun<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;"><b><span style="font-family: "Baskerville Semibold";">1 </span></b><u>the process of making known one's thoughts or feelings</u>:<i> his views found expression in his moral sermons </i>| <i>she accepted his expressions of sympathy.</i><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;">• the conveying of opinions publicly without interference by the government <i>: the right to freedom of expression.</i><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;">• the look on someone's face that conveys a particular emotion <i>: a sad expression.</i><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;">• the ability to put an emotion into words <i>: envious beyond expression.</i><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;">• the style or phrasing of written or spoken words <i>: subtlety of expression.</i><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;">• <u>the conveying of feeling in the face or voice, in a work of art</u>, or in the performance of a piece of music <i>: eyes empty of expression | their instruments have a rich variety of expression.</i><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;"><b>2</b> <u>the production of something</u>, esp. by pressing or squeezing it out <i>: essential oils obtained by distillation or expression.</i><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"> <b> </b><b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">-logy</span></b><b><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;">combining form<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;"><b>1 </b>(usu. as -ology) <u>denoting a subject of study or interest</u> <i>: psychology.</i><o:p></o:p><br />
<b>2</b> denoting a characteristic of speech or language <i>: eulogy.</i><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;">• denoting a type of discourse <i>: trilogy.</i><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Like breathing oxygen, every living human being has an intense, vital necessity to express him or herself. Self expression can happen audibly or visually—and a lot of times, both at the same time. I have had a natural tendency to visually express myself since I was a very young child. I always drew, wrote stories, created Barbie clothing out of my mom’s discarded material scraps, old clothes, and discarded “stuff.” I would get excited about the social studies and science fairs at school. The anticipation of seeing my idea in a tangible form was intoxicating to me.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">My parents were divorced when I was 4 (or so), and my biological (soul) sister was 2-ish. My sister and I lived a lot of our childhood in fear. Don’t get me wrong, we had one (mostly) stable home with a mother who we knew loved us, showed us, and told us. But none-the-less, the turmoil of having divorced parents and living in two <b>completely different</b> environments, we often felt terrified. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">In one home there was no swearing, church every Sunday (for my sister and I), and NEVER leaving your room without your robe on. In the other home, there was a revolving door of women and men partying and drinking, barroom fights, weapons, Playboy books, nudity, and the strangest sounds from the other side of the doors. </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"> Okay, I’m rambling now, so I’ll just stop. I’m sure at some point more details will surface. </div><div class="MsoNormal"> But keep reading… I promise I have a point.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">To distract and entertain myself “quietly” I would often read, write, and create “things.” I started creating things for my sister and me. Once she was old enough, then “with” her. My sister (who is the polar opposite of me) doesn’t realize the inspiration she gave me then, and continues to so to this very day. She still underestimates her gifts and her worth.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Besides entertaining myself while attempting to keep a low profile, I felt a great sense of accomplishment with each of my creations. Although others either didn’t acknowledge my masterpieces (which was usually the case) or saw my Barbie clothes as just rags wrapped around a doll, I saw beauty, color, style, texture, and <b>a story</b>. Often times the creation would inspire the storyline in which I played with my dolls that day.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Art takes on many shapes and forms. It’s no secret that Art heals. It’s also no secret that Art Saves!!! I am only one story of how—second only to my belief in God--Art helped save “ME”! It saved my sanity, and my spirit. Albeit damaged to some extent, my overall spirit remains intact. My desire to create and produce something beautiful, fun, or that someone else with cherish or appreciate, gives me tremendous satisfaction. Is it like that for you?<br />
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Not much else gives me a greater sense of tranquility (another favorite word) than creating art. I am going to muster the courage to share some of me—my stuff--with you. It may not be to your liking, heck, you might even think its crap. But that’s okay. It’s my <b>Bliss</b> and perhaps in some small way it will inspire you to start or accomplish something creative, or have some fun, or at the very least, give you something to laugh about. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">One thing I find therapeutic and fun is <b>Art Journaling</b>. I want to start this chapter of my blog discussing visual art journaling. What is an Art Journal? I will tell you and show you bits and pieces of my journals. I will offer suggestions about how to start one, materials used, and direct you to further resources (there are TONS out there). Then we can discuss your process, your technique, and your inspiration.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">I am interested in YOU and look forward to sharing this personal artistic expression in the near future.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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I thought this was interesting... if nothing else.<br />
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<a href="http://finance.yahoo.com/family-home/article/109513/10-ways-youre-getting-ripped-off">http://finance.yahoo.com/family-home/article/109513/10-ways-youre-getting-ripped-off</a><br />
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I was especially interested in the Shape-Up athletic shoes. It just so happens I went shopping for these this past weekend. I suffer from plantar fasciitis and just recently ruptured the entire ligament--ouch!! Back in the darn ugly Frankenstein boot again.<br />
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My Opinion: <br />
I tried on the Reebok and the Skechers. The Reebok shoe didn't have enough padding and I could feel the air pockets individually. The Skechers felt wonderful and put the weight and pressure points away from my heel. The only problem is they look like rubber platforms--ugly ones. The look, I would just have to get over, but it was the price I had a problem with. Granted there was a bit more rubber to the sole, but other than that, it's just a plain same-old, same-old, athletic shoe--not worth the $120 price tag. I don't know if I'll have much choice because of my foot issue, but I won't be happy about it, and I won't buy another of their over priced shoe for me or my family. Any alternative suggestions? I would love to know if you or someone you know is dealing with this issue and what they have done to heal and get rid of it.<br />
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Thanks,<br />
TenaTena Tellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05470230758067882662noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993546673897164139.post-17049197095850864472010-05-15T15:42:00.001-05:002010-05-20T11:44:46.007-05:00Blogs I Heart!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHi43rBJB3osF0huGWKi9brR2WrjWnGXSIGy3PNYaZ_dpOtYJy-YbeYvYEh-qVDahRBOClK1m_1K6I2rbQl-m9OklUNX7kNOuOdZkxUxwK79jt78K86ZwH27zWkEkOa7ahI4OIamQN06cT/s1600/Blogs+I+Love.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHi43rBJB3osF0huGWKi9brR2WrjWnGXSIGy3PNYaZ_dpOtYJy-YbeYvYEh-qVDahRBOClK1m_1K6I2rbQl-m9OklUNX7kNOuOdZkxUxwK79jt78K86ZwH27zWkEkOa7ahI4OIamQN06cT/s200/Blogs+I+Love.jpg" width="200" /></a>I have started adding some links to the "Blogs & Stuff" section that I regularly read and often get inspiration from. I strongly suggest you take a peek at them. Scroll down the page and look on the right side to locate the section.<br />
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Te Amo' <br />
TenaTena Tellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05470230758067882662noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993546673897164139.post-51244357868908889912010-05-11T12:01:00.000-05:002010-05-11T12:01:43.973-05:00Photo Print Deal<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.photo.walgreens.com/232323232%7Ffp43233%3Eju%3Dfqqurnh%3Dduvgwu%3E%3D4236393%3DFqetdpgaZCOIUGHPV%3Dlodih%3Dv%3DVGPGVVHTbOd%7Bb4333akgdfhtb8586236%3E21rqi" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="235" src="http://static.photo.walgreens.com/232323232%7Ffp43233%3Eju%3Dfqqurnh%3Dduvgwu%3E%3D4236393%3DFqetdpgaZCOIUGHPV%3Dlodih%3Dv%3DVGPGVVHTbOd%7Bb4333akgdfhtb8586236%3E21rqi" width="400" /></a></div>Get some of those images off of the memory card! This is a pretty good deal and you can download them and order online.Tena Tellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05470230758067882662noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993546673897164139.post-84501155534436882752010-05-06T20:13:00.011-05:002010-05-18T19:40:06.799-05:00Welcome to my Blog<div style="color: #cc0000; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw2j2CrmevPbIxXCfBY2aMIoWkYUujY6tj_oOVfxMDUXA8avwU4hQv7xG9jNmQUtjnui4w_cmBtADIs6Lx80TjOazfXzACfKt4w1h7zzr16RgYNlFRfaDpfe7gPTGnKOIbY6Qk8FoWD4IG/s1600/Express1+copy+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw2j2CrmevPbIxXCfBY2aMIoWkYUujY6tj_oOVfxMDUXA8avwU4hQv7xG9jNmQUtjnui4w_cmBtADIs6Lx80TjOazfXzACfKt4w1h7zzr16RgYNlFRfaDpfe7gPTGnKOIbY6Qk8FoWD4IG/s200/Express1+copy+3.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;">How do you express your creative side? <br />
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<div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">Expressionology is a fun, expressive, creative environment to share ideas, images, art techniques, and inspirations.</span></div></div><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">In the mix of everything will be my personal posts, freebies and deals I find on the web, and more. Future plans include class offerings, contests, challenges, swaps, and giveaways. While I don't promise perfect grammar, I will strive to offer quality useful content, and at minimum, make you smile or shake you head every now and then.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Te Amo', </span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">Tena</span>Tena Tellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05470230758067882662noreply@blogger.com