The Return of the Light

As usual for this time of year, my husband and I have been reminiscing about past Holiday Seasons.  The one that usually tops the list is when we traveled to Stockholm in November at the very start of their Advent Season. There were Christmas Markets in the squares, and random folks were singing in the streets. There was outdoor skating with big bonfires and yes, actual hot roasted chestnuts for sale. Oh and glug, (hot mulled wine), that you could enjoy while shopping .  You could partake in many a Julbord, which is a giant Christmas buffet, held from November to Christmas at various restaurants around Sweden.  There weren`t huge light displays, but everything was quietly decorated and beautiful.  

At our hotel, we noticed that every morning and evening they had lit votive candles throughout all the common areas, giving the place a cozy and festive feel. It was very welcome as the sun appeared for a very short time each day.  Upon our return home, my husband jumped on the candle wagon and started placing them about our home, so that when I awoke in the morning they would welcome me with their warm glow in the darkness.  It was simple, but it was magical.

Winter can be a dark time for some (Thank goodness for Happy Lights!),  but it also can be a wonderful time of introspection, where we are given time to administer to the INNER SACRED SELF.  It may also be a time to shed a new light on old issues and grievances.  A time to let the light in through the cracks, and a time of letting things go just a little bit more to ease the loads of life. 

So with this in mind I am offering a New Workshop where we will Celebrate the Return of the Light and create together lovely ZENTANGLE VOTIVE LIGHTS for you to enjoy for years to come.  Either for those dark days or for a special occasion....Light always lifts the spirits.  It will be held in Lumby, BC, on January 26th, 2019 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.  The cost is $35.00 per adult (16 and older) and $20 for the younger set aged 11 to 15.  As usual, NO EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED AND ALL IN CLASS SUPPLIES ARE INCLUDED! 

GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE AVAILABLE

Just click on the Classes and Workshops Tab on the right and you can pay right away on line.  If you pay by December 31st, 2018 you will be entered to win one of my original Zentangle 3D framed artworks from my HOUSE PARTY series. Which is pictured below.  The drawing will be on NEW YEARS DAY, January 1st, 2019!

You may also pay via etrans, cheque or cash.  Just send me a note via email lorettawest18@gmail.com or text or call 250 938 4308 to arrange payment. 

Wishing You and Yours the Brightest of HolyDay Seasons!