Humble Beginnings

Hi Bloggerettes!   I've been thinking about how much my life has changed in the past few years. I mainly use my blog to talk about projects and decorating but today, I'm going to share my heart.

When Mr. Sissie retired we moved far away from my family.  During this time my Dad passed away and a few years later my Mom passed.
I was struggling with adjusting to a new life and I wasn't doing well at all.  As hard as I tried to snap out of it, I just couldn't.  I was sad and depressed.

During this time, our son became very ill and we brought him home to live with us so we could care for him. I was faced with caring for my sick son and dealing with difficult decisions.
I found myself lost in an unfamiliar place and longing to go back home.  I would spend my days taking care of things at home and barely left the house. I found myself becoming sadder.   

One day I finally forced myself to get out and explore the area.  It was then that I  found the sweetest antique shop called Miss Minnie's Antiques.  The owner, Dianne was so nice and I loved talking with her and browsing the  shop.  The shop was an old two story house that reminded me of home.  I found myself drawn to the little shop and would frequent Miss Minnie's at least once a week.  There was something about walking in the old house that lifted my spirits. And
Dianne always smiled and made me feel welcome and comfortable.

I started to sew and making pillows, lots of pillows and I thought why not try selling.  This is the first pillow that I made and sold on ebay.

One day, I gathered up all my pillows and lots of nerve and went to Miss Minnie's.

 I asked about renting a little space to sell my pillows.

And as luck, or fate would have it, Dianne

gave me a little spot at the top of the stairs.

These are some of the first pillows that I made and took to Miss Minnie's.

Funny how my style has changed over time.

This was my first little space at the top of the stairs.

I was in business!  And, the rest is history!

   I was suddenly too busy to be depressed and sad.

I felt like I had a purpose.

Maybe it was karma that drew me to Miss Minnie's, maybe Dianne sensed that I needed a friend.....maybe a little devine intervention...

I don't know.

But, I know that I am thankful that I was given the chance and I love what I do.  I love being at Miss Minnie's. My happiness gave me confidence to write this blog, which led to meeting so many wonderful people like all of you.

A few months after I joined the Miss Minnie's family I was offered a larger space and here is  my very first full size booth

This was a very big step for me.  I wasn't sure if I could handle a larger space but looking back on it today, I'm so glad I was given the opportunity and I did it!

I'm feeling blessed, I'm feeling loved.

Thanks to all of you for being here for me.

And thank you Dianne!

~~big heartfelt hugs~~

Sissie