Introducing..... Me! (and all I imagine)

I grew up in a creative family. And I couldn't be anything but creative. It's just in the genes I guess. 

I've always wanted to be a writer- and it is my grand leap into the world of writing that has inspired this blog. But- that is not to say this blog is all about writing and writing only. In truth, I've had so many creative, imaginative endeavors throughout my life, that this is really about whatever has taken my imagination and set it soaring.

I've at one time or another immersed myself in all kinds of creative thoughts and ideas. I was totally into creative writing when I was in the third grade. I also loved making things- including a whole set of dolls constructed from fabric and glue with bottle caps for heads. I remember arranging the books on the bookcase into "rooms" for a deluxe Barbie apartment complex- with her special guests, the bottle cap people. I loved creating different kinds of artwork and also composed a few musical compositions before I had completed high school.

I chose a creative career- Elementary Education. And while teaching I discovered the art of storytelling. When we bought our first house, I became interested in landscape design and gardening. Shortly after my youngest daughter was born, I found myself exploring the world of interior design. Somewhere in there I found an interest in woodworking and painting murals and other decorative wall treatments.

When my oldest daughter announced her engagement, I took on the task of designing and sewing her wedding gown, along with learning a new skill, that of hand embroidery and beading.

I've also explored the world of sewing, knitting, scrapbooking, photography, and a myriad of home improvement projects.

What do all these things have in common? They've required me to use my imagination. They've stretched my concept of what I can really do, and given me a lot of joy in the process. My name is Regina, but my family has called me Gina.... and it seems quite appropriate that my name puts me right in the middle of imaGINAtion.... a place I find totally comfortable. A place where I thrive.

Thanks, Mom and Dad! I know you didn't really do that on purpose, but I have to say, my name really fits who I've become.

I will probably devote much of this blog to my current interest of writing... but don't be surprised if I throw in a few other creative interests along the way.