Konversations with Krystal

The Dead Flower Project: The spring that I got pregnant… In fact, the year that I was pregnant was one of the toughest years of my life. Mentally, life seemed to be draining. Time after time, something was going wrong. As a family, we were faced with defeat that seemed almost impossible to get through. (Maybe when I have the courage, I will type a full blog about my pregnancy, but that’s not this…) When they took me out of work, and bowling it seemed like my time was being wasted. As most of you know, I am a hard worker and a go getter. My strength, passion and motivation have always been a strong suite. I was never the type to sit around and watch TV. Even when I am not feeling well I find it very difficult to set down and “veg out”. Now, one would believe pregnancy would slow me down a little bit…right? Well, it didn’t. In fact, I felt myself more inclined to do things because I had the time. My two jobs weren’t consuming the majority of the hours of my day, and bowling ...

Hey Everyone! Two posts in one night?!  I wanted to post this link to you all. This video helps me get motivated to take on all the chaos that surrounds my life. I am a busy mother, student, competitive employee, bowler, coach, lover, and as of lately bitten by the gym bug. There are times where the chaos and the emotions of my past start to creep up on me. Which is okay, I am human.  I am allowed to have moments of weakness and make mistakes. What matters is what I am about to do after the mistakes.  Give it a watch any time you need a swift kick in the behind! As Always, Artistically Yours  https://youtu.be/V6xLYt265ZM

Life has many different seasons. Just as the seasons change, so do we. As we are forced with new opportunities, we are also faced with challenges. Change warrants challenges and fear. The possibility of failure begins to surface. Analyzing change and opportunity is very important. Paying attention to your fears and concern are a key factor to balancing your choices (risk vs. reward). Below, are some of my “change” analyzing steps: 1) Identify the change you are making, and edicate yourself on the topic. They say “knowledge is power”, correct? Educating yourself can help you decipher any possible outcomes. The unforeseen happens, keep that in mind. 2) WRITE IT DOWN! As corny as it seems, write down a pros and cons list. Seeing possibilities in front of you can not only help organize your thoughts but it can also help you organize the number of variables you have with the proposed change. 3) Address how these outcomes will affect your future. Be honest with yourself. Loving yourese...

Many bloggers set aside one post that sort of serves as an "About Me" post. I haven't technically done that for my readers just yet. You've heard a lot about my hobbies, the people I love, facts, and my guardian angel. You've read random things about me, as well as seen my art. I'm sure you've all been learning a lot about who I am through my other blog posts and social media sources! I wanted you to understand where my motivation comes from, as well and my strength. Enjoy! People ask me all of the time how I do it. I am a mommy, a soulmate, friend, bowling coach, government employee, artist, business owner, student, housekeeper, warrior and often times a personal chef. My two jobs are incredible, yet the schedule I keep is crazy. I work my day job from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. (M-F) then my evening job is from (T-F) 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. (sometimes 10 p.m.), then I work on my school work from 10:00 p.m. until midnight (or I am finished)....

Surprise People!! I'm also doing a second little blog post. As I went through my pictures, the previous blog post inspired me to share my jewelry creations with all of you!  I so miss making jewelry, and as life slows down a little (yeah right lol) ...Maybe I'll get back into it?! But for now, these pictures are going to have to be worth 1,000 words! Enjoy! Spoiler Alert?! "Craft Store Comparisonn" As Always, Artistically Yours Social Media Plug: FB:Krystal Mannering Athlete FB: Kreated By Krystal Insta: Missartisticallyyours

So, I'm taking a little break from the writing with my blog tonight/this morning. Over the past year, I've been really enjoying sharing my photography with all of you. I've developed editing skills, angle skills, lighting and so much more. Tonight, I want to share some of that photo with my people! Enjoy this late night, simple, and visually pleasing blog post.  #obsessedwiththesky As Always, Artistically Yours Spoiler ALERT:  "Craft Store Comparison" SUPPORT ME AND FOLLOW MY BELOVED JOURNEY! ADD/LIKE/FOLLOW Social Media Plug: FB: Kreated By Krystal FB2: Krystal Mannering Athlete Instagram: missartisticallyyours