As Albertans, summer holds a special place in our lives. It is a time to explore and enjoy the great outdoors. Gone are the frigid temperatures of winter, the isolation indoors, and some may say ‘cabin fever’. Like no other place on earth, we celebrate the joys of warmth and sunshine, fresh air, lush greenery, blossoms, and the emergence of … Read the article
Creating a Unique Gift for Dad
As we approach Father’s Day and make plans for celebrations and ponder on a unique gift to give, we look back on the history of this important day. The first Father’s Day was celebrated on 19 th June 1910 in Washington, it was not, however until 1972 that it became an official nationwide holiday in the United States. Here in … Read the article
Moments Frozen in Time
As we endure the extreme freezing temperatures of winter in Alberta, the images displayed on our walls, remind us of warmer climes, happy events, and smiling faces. These images give us welcomed inner warmth. In essence a painting or photograph is a moment frozen in time. Amid the celebrations, family moments, and explorations of life, we can stop time with … Read the article
Every Picture Tells a Story – 70 Year Old Military Keepsakes
Flight Sergeant L. J. O. Roberts was a WWII bomber pilot brought down in May 1942. At the time, his younger sister was only around 12 years old and for over 70 years she kept an envelope in her dresser of her older brother’s items and various military keepsakes. Recently, her son Lloyd brought in the collection of military memorabilia … Read the article
Emergence into Spring
As Albertan’s we know the length of our winters and the ‘false’ spring’s that promise warmth and then dash our hopes. When the actual release of winter’s grip arrives there is an emergence, much like a bear from hibernation, into the outside world. The first flush of chlorophyll is a welcomed sight with leaf buds unfurling on grey branches, and … Read the article
What’s in a Rock? Why, a Bear of Course! – The Art of Stone Carving
Thank you to Johanne Yakula – From Times Past – Heritage Homes Consulting for this inspiring article on stone carving. For the last six months, since Christmas, I have been obsessively involved in doing renovations at our new place in St. Albert (small city close to Edmonton). Therefore it was time to give myself a break that I decided to … Read the article
A Special Gift for a Loved One – Framing a 45 Vinyl Record – “You’re in My Heart”
Looking for the perfect gift for a loved one? Here’s a fantastic idea: frame a treasured item or memento with special significance and it’ll be sure to bring joy and delight to your loved one. Lana Milner had this in mind when she recently visited Picture This to frame a gift for her sister. The special item is a 45 … Read the article
Art Can Give You a Sense of Well-Being
“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time. ” ~ Thomas Merton Art has the ability to uplift you every time you look at it. Choosing the right artwork can give you the perspective of ‘everything is alright’ and the feeling of being secure. Why? Because you get to choose what you like and most … Read the article