Talisman

Going with me on my book-making journey this year is a

gorgeous ring from Satory Designs.

When I was little I had a costume jewelry "ruby and diamond" ring

that meant a lot to me and looked a little bit like the photo above.

I wore it happily and like a lot of other little girls,

anything seemed possible, everything was beautiful.

Well, now I have a new talisman that is merry (the ruby)

and bright (white sapphire) to travel with me.

Engraved inside with a reminder to be "Merry Bright."

(thank-you Kami!)

 I'm wearing it on my right ring finger, the hand that does most of the

painting, writing and picture taking... to remind me to keep going.

The left hand?  Well, I have a favorite ring for that one too :).