Gypsy Soul......

Gypsy Purple has called out on all of us Gypsy Souls to "live in the moment and dance in the moonlight". So here is a little story about my weekend, inspired by her....

Big Daddy and I were supposed to go to NYC this weeknd, but due to a big ole snowstorm, the flight was cancelled and we have rescheduled the trip for next weekend.

Now, I'm a traveler at heart. I always have been. In the years before I met Jon, I had a very hard time staying still. Some of my friends dubbed me "The Gypsy". I moved from place to place, job to job, and even relationship to relationship. I really do have a restless soul. I have happily settled down here in the country with Jon for the better part of 9 years now. He has captured my heart, but he lets my soul free. He has figured out the riddle to me.

Jon asked to come on this trip, and well, I was surprised. He is a fisherman, happy in his own state, traveling when it has to do with fishing. It has worked for us...I like to hang with my girls when I'm on the road. But he gets bored too, and I think he's ready for a little adventure.

ALL WEEK, I've been planning and thinking about our weekend together. I couldn't wait to go to Dean & Deluca to buy some wine, cheese and bread. I couldn't wait to show him the little that I have learned of NYC so far. I kept thinking about a totally rockus handmade belt that I did not buy the last time, but planned on it this trip. Wanderlust grabbed hold of me like it always does. So what a dissapointment to know our trip was cancelled. But I have to tell you, it was such a good thing in so many ways! I have the flu... (YES, the same one I've had for 18 DAYS NOW!) But for some reason, I got real sick again this weekend. Friday there was terrential rain in NYC. So, I think it's a good thing we rescheduled!

BUT! I woke up Saturday morning with that inner restlessness. (YOU all know what I'm talking about!) It was 5:00 am, and I couldn't sleep. What does a Gypsy Soul do? GO SCAVENGING OF COURSE! Up and out the door I went, with just under an hours drive to the coast of Rockland, I went to another one of my favorite antique co-ops. (NOTE: had to make a quick stop for tissues and Alka Seltzer cold medicine) (romantic, isn't it??) Anyhoo....I needed to get lost in treasures and history for a couple of hours, roaming the aisles and booths, letting my mind wander, waiting for special pieces to call my name. It's always been a wonderful quick fix to chase away that nagging feeling for me.

On the way home, my head was spinning, I had the chills and I was having a hard time keeping my eyes open.

But I have to tell you, I was rewarded....

vintage jewlery, glass buttons, bakelite buttons, cool hardware & old books

So the minute I got home. I headed upstairs to bed for a couple of hours. Jon woke me up around 4:00, and though we were supposed to go visit his Dad, I just couldn't do it. I came downstairs and went straight to my bags of treasures that I had thrown on the kitchen table. That bag of goodies was the first thing I though of after being woken.

And in true Gypsy Spirit I created with my found treasures...

I am not finished....It's time to bring out the old papers and see what I can come up with for that wonderful flat space! It's just DYING to be collaged! I will have some new REVIVED RELICS in the shop by tonight.

While antiquing, I picked up the crystal buttons especially for a secret project I've been involved in. Here is just a sneak peek...

And here you can read JUST A BIT about our project. Through this project, I have met some amazing woman, and a small group of 5 of us made this bracelet for a fellow artist and all around wonderful gal. I'm going to send you over there, because Ruth words everything so perfectly.

So as you can see, that old Gypsy Soul is still within me. I have my ways of feeding it's spirit, to keep it happy and satisfied.

What do you do when your Gypsy Soul calls upon you?

posted by: sweetpeas at March 05, 2007 13:36 | link | comments (18) |

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#1  05 March 2007 - 15:36

 

When my Gypsy Soul calls I usually go visit my sister Barb but this time I'm going to Costa Rica for a week to visit my daughter (who is there for 3 months)

Anonymous

#2  05 March 2007 - 15:45

 

The torrential rain, must've washed away all of that snow... NYC is ready for your arrival now! ;)

I love going antique-ing too... there's a few nice places I can take you to locally when you come visit if you'd like. One in seaside is right on the beach, and has a lot treasures just waiting.

I missed so many of your posts... I'm cursing bloglines right now!! Time for me to catch up!

Anonymous

#3  05 March 2007 - 16:13

 

Kathleen...I SO can't wait to antique with you in Oregon. That will have to be added to our VERY long list we are creating! I'll have to stay the month I think......

sweetpeas

#4  05 March 2007 - 16:15

 

wonderfull piece !!

Anonymous

#5  05 March 2007 - 16:17

 

First of all, I hope you've finally been able to shake off the flu for good. Your gypsy finds are fabulous...those Bakelite buttons would be worth the whole trip for them alone. I checked out the link to the incredible and breathtaking bracelet that was pieced together with love...a power bracelet if I ever saw one.
xoxo Barb

Anonymous

#6  06 March 2007 - 14:23

 

Hope you're finally feeling better.
I made my first trip to NYC 2 weeks ago and can't wait to go back again!
Lovely bracelet, by the way!
Terri

Anonymous

#7  06 March 2007 - 17:13

 

What a amazing finds! I hope you are feeling better and have a fabulous trip to NYC!

Anonymous

#8  08 March 2007 - 08:26

 

Hey Jess,
Long time...I was checking things in our place in Dubai,UAE and ran into a photo of Jon!(Fishing)!I guess all of our Gypsy souls are restless at times and some times still.I guess the point is we always endulge them...good bad or indifferent.THATS WHAT MAKES US!I am glad to hear you had an adventure and that you and Jon are well.Who knew there would be a photo of Jon an Arabic internet!(I guess we are all gypsys in one way or another)!Keith and I have become quite comfortable here.I love Dubai, the people, markets,and culture. I hope to keep traveling further...You and all on the blog should "google" it as there is a developing art scene here.Say hello to Jolene and Beth.
Cheers,
Sarah

Anonymous

#9  08 March 2007 - 16:02

 

Oh wow...thanx for roaming with me...see what lovely places you`ve been to......It was nice dancing with you my friend.....

Gypsy Purple

Anonymous

#10  09 March 2007 - 02:25

 

Wow Jes--what incredible finds! I can see how they would satisfy your need for adventure. You are a die hard antiquer--flu and all--you will have to take me to this dig in Rockland next time!

Beautiful creations you made with your finds!

Hugs,
Susan

Anonymous

#11  09 March 2007 - 13:43

 

I have a gypsy soul too!
I Moved So much in my 20's just because...
Now I am settled too and my soul often longs to travel, but I have to do most of my traveling using my imagination and vicariously through others (because of the children)
But this summer they will be old enough to stop when I say so and not run out into traffic. I hope to do a little bit of local exploring to other cute towns that are around me.

Hope you are feeling better. Love your treasures and your eye...you have quite an eye for treasures and you have a beautiful heart and an adventerous soul!

XO,
Melba

Anonymous

#12  11 March 2007 - 04:46

 

So sweet that Jon decoded the riddle of you. Love that.

And rain or shine, sickness or health. . . antiqueing is the thing to do! And yes, you were rewarded handsomely too! :)
~Leslie

Anonymous

#13  11 March 2007 - 22:37

 

Such lovely vintage finds, Jes!!! You really do have a great eye for these things. Hey, I hope you made it to NY this weekend and have had an excellent time together there! Can't wait to hear about it!!

Anonymous

#14  13 March 2007 - 19:09

 

Rockland is one of my favorite places & darn if I didn't even know there is an antiques co-op. You have been holding out!! :)

Anonymous

#15  21 March 2007 - 06:38

 

I followed over from Gyspy's lead.

Wonderful treasures and creations! You where blessed to follow the moment!

Anonymous

#16  23 March 2007 - 06:29

 

Isn't it amazing when we find someone who lets us free our souls and be who we really are?

Anonymous

#17  31 March 2007 - 21:18

 

wOW! Thanks Gyspy for sending me here. First time on your blog and your so like me. I love second hand stores and treasures to create with. Just love what you have done. Things like this usually happen for a reason, the Romantic get away shouldn't be too far behind. Glad to have found you.
Luv Annabelle

Anonymous

#18  04 April 2007 - 04:31

 

That knocker necklace is brilliant. Great stuff - love the bakelite buttons. I'm a Maine gal myself!

Anonymous

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