Thank you for Showing Us Your Blogs. First featured blog soon. Here's one of my favorite songs...the words are depicting the throne room of Heaven

Show us your blog continues...

What a great experience to see all of your " blog worlds" (see the post below). Keep 'em coming !
Some big answered prayer for our dear Mystele-check out her great Folk Art Show experience. Jane's got wonderful doll classes going every now and then. Click on the sidebar links for those. To add your blog to Show Us Your Blog, do so on the post below so they stay in one spot. Thanks!

If you hop over to my blog you can get in on winning a hand-painted little piece while seeing my new site called SUGAR BUGS. click on the name. Hope to see you all :)
BLESSINGS,
Pam
p.s. Here's a bit of my HEARTand A PRAYER: The first song on the playlist is the song I played on guitar and sang at church yesterday (Amazing Grace..My Chains are Gone). My husband preached at a church just north of us. It was a blessing. He taught on Indwelling Sin. Just when we think that we've got sin beat it is standing at the door. We take offense too easily, judge too harshly, hold people to impossible standards while playing God, we are selfish, self centered, critical...on and on. And wouldn't you know, I sat down later that day with a friend who slightly offended me, and I instantly shot back a criticism. Don't you just hate yourself when you do that, am I the only one?? Oh, Lord to be more like You. So we must hold our tongue, forgive, and not be so quick to take offense. I say we, because the scripture says that we are all in the same boat with Indwelling Sin :(, but we can pray more, fight sin harder, keep our "armor" on and love more. :)
Help us, help me...to be more like You.
"My chains are gone, I've been set free...My God my Savior, has ransomed me...And like a flood, His mercy reigns...Unending love, Amazing Grace".

We love Him because He first loved us...

My husband John in the light jacket...and I love him.

"The greatest of these is LOVE."
Love, Pam
Valentines Day 2009

Coming Soon....

Sorry this site has been so neglected, we're all working artists and the Holidays put a special urgency to everything. My family has been dealing with the lung transplant issues of my husband. He got out of the hospital on Christmas Eve. I'd appreciate your prayers...

Card by Jan Thomason
~Do not use Jan's images without her consent~

BUT... I've got a new feature in the works on the very lovely, funny and talented artist/friend, Jan Thomason. Above is a card that I recently purchased from her Etsy. So, stay tuned it's going to be exciting.

Coming soon...a new featured artist!

I'm so excited, I've got a fabulous artist lined up to interview and feature. I just love her heart and what she creates. She's one of those people that I'd like to know more about and I know you will too. We've certainly had a line up of wonderful Godly women who create haven't we? Adriana, Jane, Mystele, and now..... (keeping it a surprise).
BLOG UPDATE: I HAD SO MUCH FUN CREATING THE NEW LOOK FOR FALL ON FAITH FOLK, THANKS TO POLLY, AT COUNTING YOUR BLESSINGS, FOR THE "GATE" BANNER THAT I GOT TO PLAY WITH.

Bucket of Blessings,
Pam

Geneva Publication Downtown Development

From: City of Geneva, Economic Development Department [mailto:jheflin@geneva.il.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 26, 2009 9:27 AM
To: Divita, Ellen
Subject: Upcoming Events and Business Tips

Downtown Events and Planning Updates Save the date! Next frontline training session Tuesday, April 28. Details to follow... Articles Crime Prevention Tips Small Store Success Stories Upcoming Events Tax Free Weekend April 18 & 19 French Market Sundays, starting April 26 60 Men who Cook May 8 To benefit Geneva non-profits Gardenology May 9 Geneva Green Market Thursdays, June 4 - Oct. 29 60th Annual Midsommar FestivalSwedish Days June 23-28 June 28, walk with the downtown merchants during the parade. Contact Sandy Portincaso for details, 630-232-6060. Mighty Viking Boat Race July 17 Geneva Academic Foundation Fundraiser Shakespeare in the Park July 18 Geneva Arts Fair July 25-26 First Fridays First Friday evening of every month For more details visit www.genevadowntown.org Get Involved! Committee Meetings: Geneva Downtown Partnership - 2nd Tuesday of month, 8 a.m. at City Hall MERCHANTS Group - 3rd Wednesday of month, 8 a.m. at City Hall Business Improvement and Retention - 4th Wednesday of month, 8 a.m. at Infusion Tea Shoppe Geneva Bride - 2nd Wednesday of month, 8:30 a.m. at Riverside Receptions Cultural Arts Commission - 1st Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. at City Hall Join Our List Forward this email to someone else who you think might wish to join our list! BASIC RULES OF STORE DISPLAY AND DESIGN "When it comes to retailing, there are basic display techniques that apply whether you are selling records, rowboats, bats and balls, or gift items and collectibles. When you're in a bind about what to do next, consult the basics, and they'll provide a road map for changes." - Sharon Leicham, Country Business Magazine Click on the link below for a great article that goes well beyond the basics of display. Read Article UNIQUE MERCHANDISE Pam Warden is an artist who was raised in Geneva, lives in Wisconsin and markets her art work across the country. She'd love to find the right store in Geneva to sell her merchandise. You can view her work here. You'll find Pam's profile and a link to her blog and links to other unique artist venues. If you're looking for unique crafts, try the vendor shows listed on the Country Business website. There is no better way to stand out from the stores on Randall Road than to sell quality merchandise made in the United States! GET YOUR NAME OUT THERE There are so many directory type websites out there it can be a daunting task trying to determine which are legitimate and worthwhile to submit your information to. Listed below are just a few that are known to be viewed by visitors planning a trip to the suburbs. www.visitnorthernillinois.com - submit information about your store, events, and more www.triblocal.com - submit unique stories http://chicago.metromix.com/page/get_listed - submit store info and events UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS Cabin Fever Carnival Windy City Amusements, Inc. on the Midway will open their Cabin Fever Carnival with rides, games and food on April 16-19 and 22-26 at Rt. 38, just east of Randall Rd. Proceeds will benefit Geneva festivals. Tickets $20/per person/per day. Hours: Wed & Thurs 6-10 p.m.; Fri 6-11 p.m.; Sat 1-11 p.m.; Sun 1-10 p.m. Dollar Day on Wed. April 22. Unlimited ride specials Wed & Thurs 6-10 p.m.; Sat & Sun 1-5 p.m. $5 off coupon for unlimited ride specials available at Ace Hardware of Geneva, Good Cents Children, Egg Harbor Cafe, Geneva Cleaners, Genoa Pizza, Giesche Shoes of Geneva, Graham's Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream, Leapin' Lyrics, Subway, Viking Office Supply and at the Geneva Chamber office. For more info, call 630-232-6060. 60 Men Who Cook Local male celebs will demonstrate their cooking skills when the Geneva Chamber of Commerce presents "60 Men Who Cook" to benefit the Geneva History Center, Geneva Lions Club and Rotary Club of Geneva at 6 p.m., Friday, May 8 at the Kane County Fairgrounds. Attendees will sample hors d'oeuvres, main and side dishes and desserts and then vote for the four "People's Choice Awards". Tickets $25 in advance or $35 at door; includes food tastings, voting and entertainment. Evening also includes cash bar and raffle. Tickets at www.genevachamber.com, Geneva Chamber, Geneva History Center and Viking Office Supply; in St. Charles at Hotel Baker; and in Batavia at K. Hollis Jewelers.

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Welcome Jane

I'd like to welcome Jane DesRosier as a new contributing artist and author at Faith Folk Cafe. She is joining Mystele and I and I can't tell you how happy I am. (See the fabulous article and interview below that Mystele wrote to learn more about Jane). Jane is "prayerfully" joining and I'm so thankful for her heart, as I am with Mystele's. A true desire to serve the Lord and to commit to serving others on this website is what we are seeking. Please pray for us as we attempt to create a place where you will be blessed and Christ will be magnified.
If you would like us to feature your artwork on Faith Folk, please email Mystele or I, we'd love to do an interview with you.
We hope you'll tell your friends about us and again, pray for us.
If there is anyway that we can serve you or better pray for you, please let us know.
Welcome Jane~

THAT I MAY KNOW HIM,
pam