So, I've found a long, lost love! Jewelry. Long, long ago I had a passionate affair with jewelry. Lots of it. Bangles up and down my arms, anklets, toe rings, several necklaces at once, and intricate seed bead earrings. Much of it I made. When I hit my mid twenties, I simplified... but still adorned myself. Then I had a child. I simplified some more. I stopped wearing all but my wedding band. This has gone on for 11 years, with only an occasional bit of mild bling for special occasions, or a borrowed bauble from my mom now and then. But now, now I'm finally ready. I decided that I want to wear something simple and delicate that makes me feel strong and beautiful. Lisa Leonard's Designs have been calling out to me. It's quite likely that you have seen her work before... she sponsors some very good women. I was searching and I found the just right piece to wear everyday. Although it is so gorgeous, I bet I'll keep it on for special occasions, too. This little sterling silver necklace is called "be still". It has a tiny bird resting beside two reeds. I can just imagine when my day is spinning out... I will touch that little bird and remember to breathe. I will think about the quiet place out back where the reeds grow tall and the red-winged blackbirds perch. Lisa is generously gifting one lucky reader this very necklace, also. I'm so excited and deeply grateful to have this opportunity for such a lovely give-away. Lisa puts so much love and thought into what she creates. Do go visit her shop and admire all of the incredible work that she does. You may also find another perfect piece... or two. Her blog is gorgeous, also: a reflection of what a remarkable woman, mother, and artist she truly is. Her spirit shines through instantly... you'll see. If you would like to have a chance to wear this extremely special piece... filled with peace... to slip "be still" around your own neck, please leave a comment in this post before Friday, the 18th at 5 pm EST. I will announce the winner on Saturday.
On a little side note: I absolutely adored styling this jewelry photo shoot. Who knew?
I would love this!!! What a great designer!!
ReplyDeleteOh, that sounds lovely...."Be Still". I love simplified and that we can call them baubles. Have a great day, Maya.
ReplyDeleteAh, yes. Lisa Leonard. She does good, beautiful work. I have great admiration for her. "Be Still" is lovely.
ReplyDeleteAwesome!! What fun. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteThis necklace is so pretty! Peaceful, soft and warm. Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDelete-- homemamaoftwo (at) hotmail (dot) com.
I love the Fly Free necklace...
ReplyDeleteoh how i love the "be still." i must must have this, one way or another :)
ReplyDelete"be still" is some advice i need to take in my life. i'd love to win! :)
ReplyDeleteI would love to be filled with peace. What a beautiful necklace!
ReplyDeleteOh wow - that's gorgeous! I'd be so proud to wear it.
ReplyDeleteI would love this necklace. But more than loving to wear it myself, I would love to give it to my mom who inspires peace in our lives every day. It would be nice to give her a little peace and a reminder to "be still" herself.
ReplyDeleteIt is so beautiful - simple, yet stylish. I would love to wear a necklace like this.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful giveaway! I would love to win - I too had simplified - but have started wearing my big earrings again - my little boy has stopped grabbing at them all the time now!...I'm ready to bring back the necklaces now too!
ReplyDeleteShe has such beautiful work! Simple and elegant, just the way I like my jewelry. :)
ReplyDeleteIt's very delicate and precious Maya and so you! Enjoy wearing it.
ReplyDeleteYour photo shoot is terrific.
Yes please count me in on this lovely giveaway what mumma couldnt do with a reminder of peace amongst the chaos
ReplyDeleteI love Lisa creations too. Thanks for the chance to win one!
ReplyDeleteA friend of mine told me about this designer a while back...she has awesome talent! I would love this necklace! The message is a great reminder for everyone.
ReplyDeletebe still birdy! cute, who wouldn't like to have this?
ReplyDeleteI love her things! So simple and elegant. Thanks for the give-away!
ReplyDeleteWonderful! Thanks for such generous give-away!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous necklace! "Be still" of Psalm 46 is one of my favorite quotes.
ReplyDeleteCute and pretty! Love to wear it!^^
ReplyDeleteI would love this necklace! I love the simplicity of it.
ReplyDeleteSo delicate and elegance necklace..and with bird...i love birds :)
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful designs. 'Be Still' is indeed a perfect piece for every-day as well as special occasions!
ReplyDeleteOh what a beautiful giveaway, how kind & generous of Lisa ! I've been admiring her work on Amanda's blog for a long time, so I'm happily adding my name to the long list of lovely ladies ... :)
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot, Maya. Btw, I didn't know you were such a jewelry lover in your very young age ... :D
xoxoxo Have a super week, my friend !
Hi Maya, I love the photo you styled with the necklace on old bobbins and a piece of linen - the rocks, too! Sometimes I find that I've had so much fun styling a photo that it becomes the inspiration for my next posting. This is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThat is my alltime favourite Lisa leonard piece!! i would love to win it!
ReplyDeleteLoving that necklace!^^
ReplyDeleteLike a 'Be Here Now' around your neck. Nice. I've long admired Lisa's designs, so organic and peaceful. They help focus on what is right in front of me.
ReplyDeleteAh, lovely! I'd be more than happy to wear that necklace.
ReplyDeleteYou did a wonderful job at styling this jewelry photo shoot, Maya! Good work!
ReplyDeleteAnd the necklace is just gorgeous and absolutely sweet. Who wouldn't want to win this Lisa Leonard design?! I'm keeping my fingers crossed!
That is a beautiful beautiful necklace. It reminds me so much of my favourite ever poem 'to paint the portrait of a bird' by the gorgeous French poet Jacques Prevert. You can find it here if you'd like to read it :)
ReplyDeletehttp://inthebloodstream.wordpress.com/2007/09/10/to-paint-the-portrait-of-a-bird-jacques-prevert/
Photo styling was the first thing I noticed... great job!!
ReplyDeleteThe necklace is so beautiful! :)
I'm in love with Lisa treasures....
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what a great give away! I hope I'll be that lucky person!
ReplyDeleteoh, I could tell you loved photographing it from flickr! I also love the name of this treasure! I too have simplified my bling wearing....but i still collect at antique shops treasures of times gone by. Count me in on this, too good to pass up!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, I love Lisa's jewellery and have recently taken up following her blog. It is wonderful. I would treasure this piece.
ReplyDeleteWow! "Be still" has been my mantra since having my first baby, I have just had my fourth & am more in need than ever of remembering it! How amazing to have a visual & physical remimder.
ReplyDeletegorgeous photos. i love lisa's designs!! someone will be a lucky one :)
ReplyDeletewhat a gorgeous pendant, simple & stylish...Id love to go into the draw for it please! Off to check out her other work now!
ReplyDeleteNic xxx
I made a decision on my 30th birthday that i would change my earrings everyday or wear beads or a necklace- to rekindle my jewellery passion... it worked for a while... then child interuppted... now I have pledged again and I must say I do enjoy it... thie little peice would be perfecct in my collection... of to check out the shop an blog now.
ReplyDeleteI adore that necklace!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous necklace! The name is perfect, and perfect for a busy woman who needs a reminder to take a moment to recenter herself and find peace.
ReplyDeleteI have given her work to others, now it would be nice to have one for myself. Thanks for telling others about her work.
ReplyDeleteLove her work and her blog is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteSomething about that necklace touches me. So simple and beautiful. I'll have to go to her website and see what else she has to offer.
ReplyDeletestill waters is one of my favorite daniel langlois songs
ReplyDeleteOh, Maya, I love her work, too! And what a beautiful piece this one is. Whoever wins will be very lucky!
ReplyDeleteWith an almost 3 year old and a 6 month old at home... I need this!!!
ReplyDeleteYou're right. Her blog is delightful!
ReplyDeleteI think I might be what they call a blog stalker! I have been loving your blog and have never told you so. Now the desire of wanting this beautiful necklace for myself has pushed me to finally comment. I love, love your blog. Very inspiring. I must share also that we must live near one another based on the photos that you share. Visit me sometime at my blog.
ReplyDeleteHave a great day!
Kimberly
So lovely. Thank you for the give-away.
ReplyDeletei do so love her jewelry... sooften i have looked at it and thought "one day"...
ReplyDeleteThank you for such a beautiful giveaway! What a gorgeous piece to remind one of the beauty and peace that comes from being still. I love it!
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of instilling in your necklace a reminder... to breathe.... lovely lovely....
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning piece — thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI really adore this necklace. I love picking out a necklace to match my outfit and mood. I have a pretty small collection (compared to my sister) and this piece would fit in perfectly.
ReplyDeleteThe open circle is lovely and I like the tiny squares too - the simplicity of her work is so charming. ~H
ReplyDelete"be still" is a wonderful reminder. it's exciting just to have the chance to win something so pretty!
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful necklace! i've even stopped wearing my wedding band (three kids later, i need to have it resized!) but i'd love to slip this around my neck! thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! What a sweet necklace! It completely fits my bird/tree obsession (enough of an obsession to tattoo a bird on myself) and I love the reminder to be still. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely necklace! I really look forward to seeing what you have posted in your blog everyday.
ReplyDeletelovely, thank you for the opportunity!
ReplyDeletewow, do i ever need this reminder on a daily basis... i love lisa leonard's work and would be thrilled to win this necklace!
ReplyDeleteOh, I could use a little peace and stillness in my life LOL This piece is just beautiful.Thanks for the chance to add this little reminder to my day :)
ReplyDeleteThe necklace is wonderful, and stillness is something that eludes me... I work full time, have a one-year-old, a house to look after, and love crafting. Sometimes trying to conciliate it all becomes overwhelming! Thankyou Maya and Lisa.
ReplyDeleteSo lovely!
ReplyDeleteI have been coveting her jewelry for a long time. I hope I win!
ReplyDeleteI have also recently started putting my jewelry back on. I've had a baby to tug on, or suck on, my necklaces for the last three years. Now my baby just turned 1 and she is not so obsessed with jewelry so I feel its safe to start wearing it again.
ReplyDeleteThank you so very much.
ReplyDeleteOh, I would love that necklace! I love the simple beauty of it.
ReplyDeletethat is a great necklace
ReplyDeletethanks so much for offering this
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It is lovely (and your styling is awesome -- I especially liked the stone!) Thanks for the opportunity to win!
ReplyDeletebeautiful!
ReplyDeletejust the most perfect little thing - maya I love reading your blog!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI've been admiring Lisa's designs for some time now and would be thrilled to own a piece of her work!
Thanks for the awesome giveaway :)
Oh i love this necklace, and now I love the designer too! Lovely photo shoot!
ReplyDeleteIt's so sweet, I love it :)
ReplyDeleteI am in the same predicament. I stopped wearing jewelry when I had kids, although I used to love it, and also used to make my own when I could. I haven't found that piece that I could wear all the time. This one is so lovely. And I like the sentiments.... a little reminder to be still in the madness. A little calling for those mad little ones to be still for a moment.
ReplyDeleteI've had nearly the same jewelry "epiphany" lately after forgoing for so long for the sake of babies' yankings... Would love this sweet necklace too!
ReplyDeletebeautiful work - I love these pieces. Perfect gift for my bff who is a mommy for a second time, she can wear her family when not with them...love this.
ReplyDeleteLovely! I've also been thinking about starting to wear jewelry again (why does that feel like such a tough decision?) and this would be just the ticket. . .
ReplyDeleteI would love to give this to my daughter who is going through a tumultuos time right now ...please enter me in th edrawing !
ReplyDeleteYour blog today is simple and inspiring. Thankyou. Heartfelt artistry feeds the soul! Blessings to you as you wear your necklace and please enter me in your draw. I check your blog daily and am encouraged as a mom and artist to follow my heart.
ReplyDeletesincerely, Audrey
http://lifeinevverybreath.blogspot.com/
That is a very pretty pendant. I found Lisa's designs on Soulemama's website and have admired her work for awhile. I'll keep my fingers crossed for a win!
ReplyDeleteplease enter me ! thanks !!!
ReplyDeleteI am not big on jewelry, but that pendant is simple and sweet, and I know I would want to wear it almost every day. Hopping over to have a look at her site now.
ReplyDeleteI adore Lisa Leonard - she's fabulous!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful necklace! Add my name to the drawing please! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win this beautiful necklace! Lisa designs such wonderful things!
ReplyDeleteGail
How funny! I too recently have been feeling the pull of jewelry after having abandoned it when I had children. I love that necklace!
ReplyDeleteOh I love her work! What an exciting give away! Thank you both!
ReplyDeleteahhh, i think i needed that sentiment this morning. but, of course, it is a sentiment i could use to visit daily. thanks for the chance to win such a lovely necklace.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely necklace! I am in the process of trying to learn to "be still." As a full-time working mom and active volunteer, I feel like I am constantly running. It is a good reminder that sometimes we need to stop and be still or we miss the little things.
ReplyDelete-Amy
Crafting by Candlelight
What a lovely necklace! Very good choice. :)
ReplyDeleteI've been admiring her work for awhile now. This would be just right for someone I know ( me!).
ReplyDeleteWow, Maya! Already 93 comments before me... That's a lot. You've come a long way baby.
ReplyDeleteI love those necklaces Lisa makes, they are lovely.
I always wear jewelry. Never less than a pair of earrings, one or two rings (the wedding ring always, of course). And every other day a necklace too.
Silver is my all time favorite!
Such a beautiful beautiful little masterpiece!
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful and reminds me of my favorite verse "be still and know I am God". My little mantra that reminds me to stop, slow down, and enjoy.
ReplyDeleteI could always use a little reminder to Be Still. I also adore Lisa's Laundry Line necklace.
ReplyDeleteThis is really a lovely necklace! Thanks to you and Lisa for this opportunity.
ReplyDelete--Vicki K.
Oh, so beautiful. So . . . just right.
ReplyDeleteCan't think of a better reminder to wear around your neck!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful necklace :)
ReplyDeleteyou are great designer!!!!! :) soooooo beatiful!i love it!
ReplyDeletegokchecoskun@gmail.com
I love all of Lisa's designs . . . but the reminder to Be Still is amongst the best! Thanks for the chance at such a wonderful piece!!
ReplyDeleteheypooks at gmail dot com
I love the necklace. It is so simple and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI just had to put away the necklace a friend made for me that I've worn every day for years and years. I feel so naked without it. This necklace calls as the next one to be worn. I do hope I win!
ReplyDeletethis necklace is gorgeous! I would LOVE to win! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteOooh...pretty!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you!!
what a great reminder in this bigger-faster-better-more-more-more world we life in.
ReplyDeleteLisa's designs are beautiful and I would love to have one for my very own. Keeping my fingers crossed! Thanks!!!
ReplyDeleteThat is a gorgeous necklace and right up my alley! Thank you for the introduction and opportunity to win one! Off to visit her blog ...
ReplyDeleteBTW - I indeed love your photos! Nice styling m'dear!
Lovely. Thank you for sharing. Always interested to know good jewelry design.
ReplyDeletei love love love this, and would love love love to have it.
ReplyDeleteHow pretty!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely need some stillness in my day when patients start playing up. Here's hoping!
This is a beautiful necklace...
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful necklace! Put me in the running for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteA necklace from Lisa Leonard is already on my holiday wish list. I love her designs!
ReplyDeleteI discovered your blog just this weekend - lovely, really. The necklace is beautiful and I look forward to your next creation.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and simple. Just my style! Love this necklace. So lovely.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh! I have been eyeing this exact piece of hers for the last month. I just love it.
ReplyDeleteThank you. My fingers are crossed.
Simply beautiful. And if i should be the lucky winner...i promise i will "style" it on my dresser when it's not being worn! Your photos are lovely...who said you have to wear jewelry for it to be seen!?!
ReplyDeleteDo love her jewelry. So simple, so organic, so inspiring, so peaceful! I do believe i could wear this one - EVERY DAY!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely post! It's important to be reminded to slow down, to breath, to take it all in and notice the world around us.
ReplyDeleteI loove her jewelry. It's simple and so beautiful. Perfection.
This necklace is beautiful...and the message is really something I need right now in my life. I'll keep my fingers crossed.
ReplyDeleteSimply gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteoh do please pick me! I do so need to be still.
ReplyDeleteWonderful! Thank you for the opportunity!
ReplyDeleteThis piece reminds me of the birds eating the seeds from my basil plant. They were feasting!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!! Absolutely beautiful!!! I would love, love, love to have this necklace to make my life more still!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a pretty piece! I love the way she photographs her work, too!
ReplyDeleteReally love her jewelry. What an inspiring piece.
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you both are ladies of such inspiration and artistic talent~elk
ReplyDeleteLovely lisa's lockets! I do love her work also. My son has lately been finding and hiding my jewelry so it's been fun "rediscovering" my lost jewelry in his room.
ReplyDeleteThank you for directing me to Lisa Leonard's website. Her jewelry is very pretty. I love Be Still but the Friendship necklace is special too.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous. I don't usually wear much jewelry, either, but maybe that will change! Thanks for hosting a giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to wear this piece. Her work is lovely.
ReplyDeleteI went out and purchased the Amanda Blake Soule book you featured the other day. I haven't made anything yet, but I've enjoyed browsing through it so far.
So beautiful in its simplicity. I love it.
ReplyDeleteHer stuff is simply beautiful, and I love be still most of all - great choice!
ReplyDeleteOK, this sounds so selfish but that necklace is so "me". Love it!
ReplyDeletethis is so awesome! I love your pick for the perfect necklace!
ReplyDelete...and your styling my dear is fantasmic! :)
xoxo
Wow, how exciting and so generous! I have long admired Lisa's work. I have wanted one of her pieces for awhile but somehow have never felt o.k. with spending the money on myself. Very pretty. Thanks Maya and Lisa.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful necklace! I love the simplicity that contains so much...
ReplyDeleteHer jewelry is so lovely ... what a nice giveaway!
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I love the idea of accessorizing for stillness. This piece seems to jive with the feeling I always get from reading your blog. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteYour photo styling is always sensational.... with or without bling! What a perfect piece to wear at this stage in your life. As mothers we are rarely "still". Unless we are asleep and even then there's always one ear open for movement...
ReplyDeleteLove her work too! So amazing to have a piece! Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteI love it!
ReplyDeleteHello!! This is a beautiful giveaway!! I could use some reminder to 'be still' and to find peace right now.....Thank you for the giveaway, Maya!
ReplyDeleteoh maya...what a beautiful necklace. and i too, could use a little peace right now. thanks for bringingthis lovely artist to our attention. i'm so hoping i win..*crossing fingers*
ReplyDeleteooh, i love her work!
ReplyDeleteI have admired Lisa's work since I adopted my daughter and saw someone wearing her work. Thank you for having this giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI love birds and I simply adore the sentiment. Please add my name!
ReplyDeleteHuGGs!
Debi
http://withheartwideopen.blogspot.com
heartwideopen@me.com
I need some peace in my life and what a lovely reminder to breathe and be and spread your wings. It a beautiful piece and you honored it with your beautiful post.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to check-out Lisa's blog!
ReplyDeleteThank you both for this wonderful giveaway/gift.
~Jess
Beautiful work. That little birdie can make its way up to ALASKA. Love it. Thanks
ReplyDeletebeautiful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Love her work.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, I agree. I am in love with Lisa Leonard's jewelry.
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful, yet simple looking. Thanks for the chance to win this stunning necklace.
ReplyDeleteI love her jewelry. It seems very peaceful. What a fun giveaway.
ReplyDeletei LOVE that necklace! there are so many times i need that very reminder, too. :)
ReplyDeleteIn my work with children I could definitely use a little reminder now and then to "be still", to just sit and observe, to take it all in.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win this little jewel!
Maya,
ReplyDeleteI love it and could certainly use a reminder to "be still" myself amidst my newly VERY busy days! xo
beautiful necklace, I would love it! Your photos of it are great too. Lisa c. lcox3@nycap.rr.com
ReplyDeleteme, me, me!!!
ReplyDeleteI have been enjoying your blog for some time now and now I put Lisa'a blog on my RSS too. You are right, she has a wonderful blog and I love her jewelry too. Please add my name to your drawing. Nancy
ReplyDeleteA message I'm in constant need of....would love to win.
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful. I'll have to check out her shop and blog. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI love lisa's designs and this piece is my favorite! thanks for the great give away
ReplyDeleteOh...lovely! All of Lisa's necklaces are divine, but this is particularly sweet and simple.
ReplyDeleteI love the simplicity and beauty of this piece. Thank you for sharing Lisa's work!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteI love Lisa's work. Congratulations on your recent purchase -- it's really lovely.
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful, and very generous. Thank you.
ReplyDeletecaptain (at) beatricebring (dot) com
Gorgeous! Thanks for this opportunity!
ReplyDeleteI don't use to wear jewelry. But seeing these creations makes me want to start. And as a survivor of the earthquake of L'Aquila, I need some still. Thanks for the givaway!
ReplyDeletegood for you for rediscovering the joy of adornment! it is a lovely piece. i will be sure to visit lisa...
ReplyDeleteThat is such a simple yet lovely piece. The photos are lovely too :-)
ReplyDeleteI visit Lisa's blog from time to time, always finding something new to love. What a nice gift to visit your blog and find this giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI'm in the same spot--nothing but a wedding ring lately. This piece is lovely and would fit me to a T!
ReplyDeleteSimple and beautiful! I've been an admirer of Lisa's work for a while, and am considering breaking out of my wedding-ring-only rut as well.
ReplyDelete"Be Still & Know" was a song I listened to following repeated miscarriages. My son is currently 8. This song still hold a special place in my heart for it provided me with much peace during our loss & hope in God's faithfulness. I'd wear this necklace as a physical reminder of where I was & where God has taken me.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful necklace!! Thanks for sharing such a lovely artist with us.
ReplyDeleteI love the Flying Free charm! I have a secret obsession with birds and bird cages. Enter me, please!
ReplyDeleteAll of her designs are so great. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI never win these things, but it's so beautiful, I have to at least enter!
ReplyDeleteI love it!
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ReplyDeleteIt's adorable! So simple and beautiful
ReplyDeleteI love Lisa's work,I read her blog every day as I read yours..what a nice thing to see you together in the same post!I would love to have the necklace..!I cross my fingers!
ReplyDelete:-)
Daniela
i totally get what you mean about long-lost love. since i've had babies for going on 8 years, it's been almost non-existent in my wardrobe. lisa makes beautiful & simple pieces, just like i like.
ReplyDeleteI would love to have this necklace! It's perfect. I love birds. I hope I win. :)
ReplyDeleteI am enamored by these necklaces but have yet to own one. Here's hoping! :)
ReplyDeleteI love her work! and this necklace is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteOne of my favorite Bible verses is:
ReplyDelete"Be still, and know that I am God." ~ Psalm 46:10
How perfect to be able to wear this beautiful necklace as a reminder to stop . . . and be still.
Absolutely perfect.
Thank you for sharing such talent!