The blanket is growing and the yarn stash is shrinking! Hooray! That means I'm making progress on my first ever crocheted blanket. It's turning out way bigger than I thought, which is lovely since it means Bartley and I will... Read more →
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August 07, 2014
July 25, 2014
Let's Chat -- Afghans
So I've been wanting to crochet blankets for a long time now and I've finally started one! My sweet friend, Debee, has been crocheting blankets for years and I've always found them so inspiring! But not too long ago she... Read more →
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July 22, 2014
Purple Leaf Plums!
So the most amazing thing has happened! But first, a little back story...... Bart planted a purple leaf plum tree in our front yard years ago -- before we were married -- and we lost it in a storm a... Read more →
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July 17, 2014
This and That and Other Stuff
Hi, friends. How have you been? Just thought I'd pop in for a chat. We haven't chatted about random things in awhile now, so why not today? Firstly, what is it about eating outside that's just so.....I don't know.....dreamy? I'm... Read more →
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April 19, 2014
Heartfelt Thanks
Dear friends, Bartley and I just wanted to say thank you from the bottom of our hearts, for the outpouring of love and support you've shown regarding our cancer news this week. Thank you for your encouragement and for sharing... Read more →
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March 23, 2014
You've Done It Once Again...
Oh my goodness, where to begin..... Well, my dear friends, you've done it once again. You've blown me (and Bartley) away with your kindness, with your comments and emails, private messages and Instagram comments.....you've blown me away with the outpouring... Read more →
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March 17, 2014
Finding Joy in Struggles
Hello, dear readers... This post is one that I've been pondering in my head and heart for quite awhile now. Those of you that have been hanging around here for very long know that I've been having stomach issues for... Read more →
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January 31, 2014
For the Love of Pink
Hiiiii there! Just thought I'd share a bit of eye candy with you on this Friday, while I wish you a very happy weekend!! I haven't been posting a whole lot here at the blog-o lately but rest assured I'm... Read more →
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Hi there! I'm Dawn McVey and I'd like to welcome you to my little corner of the internet. My hope is that you'll find this place warm and welcoming! I'm an artist with a heart for God. I worked as a graphic designer for ten years, before starting my own art business. I love color and all things vintage! My handsome husband, Bart, is also my best friend.
I was extremely sick for more than 8 years and eventually had a rare small intestine transplant on October 28, 2017! During those years of being so sick, I got lots of practice learning how to choose joy in the midst of extreme suffering! ;) I'm so, so grateful for all that the Lord has done in our lives to bless us and to bring me to a place of health! He used that long season of illness to draw us closer to Him and we've also seen Him use our transplant story in amazing ways, to pour faith, hope and joy into the lives of others. Those years of struggle were so hard, but I wouldn't trade them because I can see how He was with us every step of the way and how He was using every bit of it for our good and His glory. My hope now, is that I can encourage you to choose joy in the midst of your own struggles. While you're here, I hope you laugh or smile or find some inspiration and encouragement. I hope you enjoy your time with me and ultimately, I hope you see some of HIM while you're here. He is everything. Much love, friends…
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