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New additions to teacup collection
Four new additions to my teacup collection
Merry Christmas!
I'm writing to you on Christmas morning because you are an important
part of my life. So this is more about the people who touch one another
through art than it is about the art itself.
Lots of people collect things. I collect teacups. The reason is simple;
They are a constant reminder that people are more important than things.
This morning I used one of the four that Wes got me for Christmas. This
brought my collection to 18. Most are from England, France, or Ireland.
Like people, each one is unique, and drinking from them makes people
feel loved and cared for.
Whenever someone comes for a studio visit, I always offer a cup of tea
or coffee and I serve it in something from this collection. When I have
time to bake, I also offer a sweet treat with it.
I'm not the world's best conversationalist. I often feel awkward around
people I don't know well. The teacups help because they provide a safe
topic to start with and something for my nervous hands to do.
I've noticed something...
Almost without exception, what follows is a conversation that flows
with ease. People open up and share a bit of themselves and the
relationships in their lives. Sometimes their eyes sparkle with joy as
they tell about the arrival of a new grandchild...or tear up as they
tell me of a recent difficulty.
And whether they came for an art lesson, bought a painting, or just to
enjoy looking, I feel I've made a friend.
And to me, that's priceless!
Have a Very Merry Christmas!
My heart and my prayers are with you today!
Jan
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