Talent and Time

This is Penelope in the exquisite hand-smocked dress made for her by her Granny, the talented Sandra Forsyth Hart. The dolly is Lena, also hand made by the same talented Granny. My mom is the talent behind these creations, and I can honestly, and unbiasedly say that my mom is one of the most talented people I have ever known. She is a genius with fabric. She sews, smocks, designs clothes for children, dolls and adults. Her work is museum/gallery worthy. One day I hope she has a show of all the dresses she has smocked over the years, they are breath-taking. Oh, and she makes porcelain dolls as well.
My day is dull compared to these creations modeled by my little birthday girl. The Birthday girl is a little off today--tired. She did not want to get out of bed today. Although at the moment she is laughing an evil little laugh at poor Doe-Doe, whom she has locked in his kennel.
Started back to the gym this AM. It felt good.
Worked this AM on campus. So much work to be for Friday!!! I must have my part of the project completed for Thursday night, as we meet to film our talk at that time.
Tabs stayed up late and woke up early to complete a novel she needed to read for the "Battle of the Books" club she joined.
Mist is at more play tryouts. I must pick her up and take her right to dance soon.
Honestly feeling a wee bit overwhelmed. No time for fun. Just work. I want meditation time, go out to a movie time, time to read etc. But this month all I have time for is Uni work, children's activities and keeping the house from being condemned by public health. Also Fernando is exhausting! He just bit Pip's cheek and made her cry.