Country Keepers

I was so fortunate to be raised in a home where creativity and making do with what we had was highly encouraged. At times I thought it was a hardship, but looking back on my childhood now enables me to see how nurturing the lifestyle was to my learning how to be inventive, resourceful and less afraid to tackle a hard project! I have been drawing, sewing, sculpting and learning how to play musical instruments since I was very young, and it has all been a great blessing in life. And, it seems I have more interests than lifespan, but I am giving it my best shot! I have been a Univ. of Texas (Austin) genetics lab research assistant, middle school science and clarinet teacher, a country/colonial retail store owner (Country Keepers) and a vendor in antique/crafts shows for over 38 years. And importantly, I have been a wife to my high school sweetheart for over 51 years and a mom to 3 now grown kids and Oma to 2 wonderful grandsons! I spend my days enjoying punch needle ( my patterns are on etsy.com/shop/mycountrykeepers), paper clay sculpting, painting, visiting with family and trying to slow the aging process down with exercise each week. The Lord has blessed me with a life that is full of love from family and many friends. And, I am so grateful that the Primitive Handmades Mercantile group of women have been so gracious to include me in their midst. They are a continuous source of inspiration to me and a wonderful example of the hardy spirit of American women! Hugs and blessings to you all!