It is Mothers Day here in the UK.
Helen Birmingham of Untangled Threads is having an online Mothers Day exhibition.
There are some very moving pieces in the exhibition and well worth a look.
These are the two pieces of work I entered
‘Why Cross?’
I had a difficult relationship with my Mother, which improved when I had children. She was a lovely Granny (Mamgu) to them.
My second piece:
‘Secrets and Lies’
If you would like to read the story behind the pieces, please go to the online exhibition:
MOTHERING SUNDAY ONLINE EXHIBITION
❤ May your day be happy ❤
This is such a complex exhibit, covering all emotions. I’m sorry for your difficult experiences with your mother. It’s nice you are coming to an understanding of her, an appreciation of how she cared for your own children, taught you, while trusting your own emotions and respecting your own experiences. Very moving.
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Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment Susie.
It feels good to be at peace with life’s experiences.
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What very personal pieces, Sandra, as were all those in the exhibition – I was very moved. Thanks for sharing them, and especially yours
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Thank you Cathy.
I was wondering whether to go with what came to mind, but it seemed important to honest and go with it. 🙂
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👍 I agree x
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What a wonderful exhibition. I had no idea she was doing it. What complex relationships we have within families. I noticed your colour choice of Black and white with a touch of red, not your usual colour palate. I bet the participants shed a few tears along the way.
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Yes, the Exhibition is very moving.
Helen mentioned it in her Newsletters.
I think there is still time to be included in the Exhibition if you want to Cathy.
Have a look on The Stitchbook Collective Facebook page. xx
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I loved the exhibition Sandra and was very moved by the text accompanying your pieces.
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Thank you. It is amazing what pushes itself forward to be expressed when one makes art.
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Indeed it is!
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Very interesting pieces. I look forward to reading more about them, and seeing others!
Happy Mother’s Day!
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Agreeing with Going Batty in Wales, below.
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Thank you Del. I was surprised what came out when I started to ponder on the subject.
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Happy Mother’s Day! Like those snappy pieces.
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Thank you Laurie.
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Happy Mother’s Day to you Sandra! I look forward to reading about your pieces this afternoon.
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I was going to say Happy Mother’s Day to you too Kathy, but you have yours later in the year I think. ❤
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We do in May, but I’m celebrating along with you because it’s my birthday! 😁
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Wow! Happy Birthday 🎂 🎉 Kathy!
Friday felt like my 🥳 birthday! Xx
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Thank you!
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