12-17-2007

The Gift of a Dream

By Renae

Making Pottery in Jamestown

I danced hysterically around the kitchen. As tears began to trickle down my face, my son wondered if I was having a heart attack. For over ten years I have longed for a pottery studio. When the phone rang Friday night my dream started to become a reality. A dear lady gave me an electric kiln.

Trying to regulate my breathing, I sprang to the computer to search for a used potter’s wheel. Within minutes I found a small tabletop model listed that very day. After reading reviews of the Artista wheel, I decided it would suit my needs. Without so much as a sales pitch, my husband consented,

I want you to get back into pottery.

Saturday morning even the neighbor kids sensed my mental frenzy as we left for Dallas to pick up my early Christmas present. I am still bustling. My potter’s wheel is ready for use and my kiln will be moved here next weekend.

So many year ago, my pottery teacher said,

The mud will get into your blood.

The mud in my veins is diluted, but the muscle memory will return as soon as I get my hands into some pliant clay.

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10 Comments

  1. Emily SHS 12-17-2007, 10:31 pm

    How awesome that she gave you the kiln!! Too cool!

  2. Sunniemom 12-18-2007, 6:32 am

    That is just wonderful- I am so happy for you! Post pics!

  3. Rebecca 12-18-2007, 8:16 am

    That is so wonderful! I love the smell and feel of art studios…my mom used to take me to her classes when I was little. Working clay is like dancing. Merry Christmas!

  4. heather 12-18-2007, 9:08 am

    I know that feeling. I had it when my dear friend gave m all the painting supplies she bought when she thought she was going to learn to paint (one of those people who when they get a new hobby they buy ALL the supplies, and good ones to boot) now I am back into painting and it is SUCH a blessing.

  5. Hadias 12-18-2007, 1:46 pm

    Thanks for sharing your experience. It is so beautiful to hear you describe the joy that you experienced. And for your husband to be in tune with your desires, demonstrates the intimacy you bothe share. He really knows you. What a wonderful post.

  6. Anna-Marie 12-18-2007, 1:55 pm

    Once again I’m so happy for you. There’s nothing like getting back into your heart’s longing. Can’t wait to see what you make! I’m making plans for 2008 with my art and I’m really excited to explore a new direction. Enjoy!

  7. Renae 12-18-2007, 2:35 pm

    Thank you all so much for sharing my joy!

    And yes, Hadias, I am blessed to have such a sweet husband. He always encourages me in whatever I endeavor.

    Sunniemom,
    I will post pictures when I actually create something. Right now it’s all in my head and figuring out how to do everything on my own may take awhile. :)

    Heather and Anna-Marie,
    I look forward to seeing your creations, too!

  8. Julie@Shanan Trail 12-18-2007, 7:16 pm

    How exciting ~ I hope you post photos of what the clay becomes in a masters hand.

    Thanks for visiting my blog ~

  9. Lisa @ Me & My House 12-24-2007, 8:42 am

    Oh Renae,
    I am so happy for you. Nothing brings such delight as doing what God has put in you - and watching the way that He provides for it to be done.

    I am not artistic in that way at all. Just a visionary and designer, but I can’t do a thing with my hands but type, layout, cut, sew, etc. I hope you paste pics of some of your creations.

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