 Spring has sprung! Finally! I'm excited for the warmer days, getting my flower pots out and plant some colors outside, clean the deck and put the patio furniture out and start grilling again. Plus going to some summer shows with my NotesNBling Jewelry. Although outdoors isn't the ideal setup for my displays, those shows are a lot of fun. So always hoping for decent weather and no storms for all of us vendors and those coming out to the shows. UPCOMING EVENTS: Date: Saturday, May 7, 2022 Event: Avon's Spring Fling Craft & Home Business Sale (NotesNBling/Sauce/Crafts) Time: 9:30 am - 1:30 pm Where: Along Avon Avenue in front of all the stores Town: Avon, MN Date: Saturday, May 21 Event: Bobbing Bobbers Brewery Vendor Market (NotesNBling only) Time: 10-5 Where: 900 Hwy 15 S Town: Hutchinson, MN Date: Saturday, May 28 Event: Crosslake Craft & Flea Market (NotesNBling/Sauce/Crafts) Time: 9-4 Where: County 3 & 103, 13716 County Road 103 Town: Crosslake, MN The craft/vendor show at the Eagles Club in St. Cloud for June 18, has been CANCELLED per the event coordinator. So be sure to check my Facebook Page: Facebook.com/NotesNBling for updates, or the "Events" page on my website. THE JEWELRY: Here are a few NEW designs I'm working on. The first two are a combo of genuine pearls, stones and a chunky leather knot with big lobster clasps. Then some new anklets with a double wrap leather and stones. Then a few of my "curves" earrings all packaged up with the Psalm 23:4 verse on a card you can keep and use as a bookmark. Those and much, much more will be at my upcoming shows and you'll never know what new things I'll have on my table as I play around with new designs and techniques. MUSIC WISE
I had a great time playing/singing at the Country Manor Campus on Thursday, April 21. I'm learning to play some hymns better and better and with their help of singing along, it made this so amazing and fun. It's just beautiful when you invite the Holy Spirit to minister and the Lord Jesus to touch hearts. Had many sweet conversations afterwards and I'm looking forward to my next time with the folks there. They really are so cool and they just love to sing along and what's even more cool is that they are learning MY original songs as well! Sadly music is now much less in my life than it used to be, thanks to the craziness of the last two years. Yet, the Lord has opened other doors for me to be creative and music will always be part of my life, just not to the scale and touring it used to be. I'm always excited to see how the Lord has been using me in different ways in people's lives and that's all that matters. We need Jesus and need Him desperately. As times grow more evil in this world, the only hope and salvation we have is through Christ. If you think about it....the thieves who were hung next to Christ on the crosses, they deserved the punishment. Christ however did not, yet He took OUR punishment on HIMSELF so that we'd be reconciled to the Father, our sins forgiven and have hope of eternal life with Him. ONE thief however said to Jesus: "Remember me when you come into your paradise" and Jesus replied: "This night you will be with me in paradise". This thief did not go to bible college, seminary school, talked to a priest or a pope, he didn't go to bible study, did group therapy, attended a church, sat under great Christian speakers and had in depth bible teachings, he didn't straighten out and make his life right, he didn't have time for that. He just simply recognized he was a sinner, he needed forgiveness - he needed Jesus. That simple - we make it sooooo complicated! If you don't know Jesus - just come - receive His forgiveness and ask Him to save your soul. So with that thought, I hope to see you all at a show somewhere, especially if you're local to Minnesota. If you're out of state, you never know, I might just get to visit, play music - or attend an art/craft show in your area. Much love and blessings, Sam
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Are we ready for Spring yet?!! LOL. I'm still waiting here in MN. Snow yesterday, cold, then rain, then wind. But wait....there is MORE next week! Lets do 50's for two days and then back to the 30's... Yup, that's MN! 🙄 Ok, so this here is going to be a very quick update, just to let you guys know what's coming up on events this month and one for May. Be sure to look in the "Events" page on here and of course ALWAYS check my Facebook page: Facebook.com/NotesNBling for pretty much daily updates and also where we are set up at the events. UPCOMING EVENTS: Event: Craft-Vendor-Bake-Garage Sale (NotesNBling & Warren's Sauce/Crafts) Day: Saturday, April 9 Time: 10 am - 3 pm Where: Building 2: Scheels Complex (where we are). Building 1: Bernicks Arena has more vendors. Town: Sartell, MN We will be located in the Scheels Complex. Our booth numbers are 83, 84 & 85. There will be food and drinks available for purchase on site from food vendors. Event: Roadside Tavern Spring Show. (NotesNBling & Warren's Sauce/Crafts) Day: Sunday, April 10 Time: 10 am - 2 pm Where: Roadside Tavern, 531 Main Street (right on the highway) Town: Roscoe, MN Event: Music for the Seniors Date: Thursday, April 21 Time: 2-3 pm Where: Country Manor Campus, 520 1st Street NE Town: Sartell, MN Event: Spring Fling Vendor/Craft/Bake Sale (NotesNBling & Warren's Sauce/ Crafts) Date: Saturday, April 23 Time: 10 am - 3 pm Where: St. Cloud Eagles Club, 730 41st Ave N. Town: St. Cloud, MN Event: American Legion Spring Show. (NotesNBling) Day: Saturday, April 30 Time: 10 am - 2 pm Where: St. Augusta American Legion, 1894 247th Street Town: St. Augusta, MN Event: Avon's Spring Fling Craft & Home Business Sale (NotesNBling/Sauce/Crafts) Day: Saturday, May 7 Time: 9:30 am - 1:30 pm Where: Along Avon Avenue in front of all the stores Town: Avon, MN The Jewelry Here are just a few brand NEW items to show you which I will have at my tables at shows, on Facebook for you to grab (take a screen shot and message/email me for price or info) or just make an appointment with me to browse my collection. Word Of Encouragement:
When I created the earrings in the last picture, I wanted to make something to encourage people with. So I made the "curves" as I thought about how life gives us (and has given us) difficult curves at times in our lives (especially the last two years), but I also was reminded that our Lord Jesus walks with us through those valleys in life. He never leaves nor forsakes us. So I also printed a card to give along with the earrings of the following scripture. Psalm 23:4 says: Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. His rod gives us direction and correction and his staff comfort and guidance. He is our great shepherd. As things unfold in this world we must hold fast and remember that Jesus Christ IS Lord and He will return and, yes He is at the door. 🙌🏼 He says: "Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and will dine with him and he with Me. He who overcomes, I will grant to him to sit down with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne. He who has an ear, let him hear what theSpirit says to the churches." (Revelation 3:20-22) Remain strong, remain vigilant and remain in the Word so the voice of the Holy Spirit will be ever more clear! Let's be overcomers! Much love, Sam Hello Dear Friends, As you've probably noticed, my updates aren't coming monthly as they used to. In our ever changing world things have changed in our life as well, especially music wise. If you are wondering if I'm still playing, the answer is YES. It just hasn't been as much as it used to be, partly because some venues we had visited have closed, others have had limited services and others are getting back to normal. In the winter I've decided not to travel as much anymore, partially because my vehicle is getting old (so am I, haha) and it has some heater/defrost issues which make it very uncomfortable at the least and more dangerous (if you are caught in a snow storm traveling) at the most. So most of my travels (and that also now depends on the ever rising gas prices) are limited for later spring/summer and early fall and also at closer distances with Wisconsin/Illinois probably being the furthest I'll travel now - or if further I prefer to have Warren along and his newer truck. However I'm very active with my jewelry NotesNBling, attending local and close regional art and craft shows, which have been a really cool avenue to connect with people and in some instances I have been able to pray with my customers or share an encouraging scripture/word. January and February usually are slower months for me events wise, as there aren't any or very few and this is also the season where I have to do the dreaded paperwork for taxes to give to our accountant. Yuk. Now that this is over with.... on to events! UPCOMING EVENTS: Event: Music for the Elderly Day: Thursday, March 3 Time: 2pm - 3pm Where: Country Manor Campus, 520 1st Street NE Town: Sartell, MN Event: Sartell Farmers Winter Market (NotesNBling & Warren's Sauce/Crafts) Day: Saturday, March 5 Time: 10 am - 1 pm Where: Sartell Community Center, 850 19th Street South Town: Sartell, MN Event: Lake Wobegon Community Expo (NotesNBling & Warren's Sauce/Crafts) Day: Saturday, March 19 Time: 10 am - 2 pm Where: Blattner Energy Community Center (Albany Secondary School), 30 Forest Ave. Town: Albany, MN Event: Stronger Together Event (NotesNBling & Warren's Sauce/Crafts) Day: Monday, March 21 Time: 5 pm - 7 pm Where: Park Event Center, 500 Division Street Town: Waite Park, MN This event is a fundraiser for the Terebinth Refuge houses. All vendors are donating a portion of their sales to Terebinth. Event: Craft & Vendor Market (NotesNBling & Warren's Crafts) Day: Saturday, March 26 & Sunday March 27 Time: Sat: 10 am - 6 pm. Sun: 12:00 - 4 pm Where: Viking Plaza Mall, 3015 Hwy 29 S Town: Alexandria, MN Event: Sartell Farmers Winter Market (NotesNBling & Warren's Sauce/Crafts) Day: Saturday, April 2 Time: 10 am - 1 pm Where: Sartell Community Center, 850 19th Street South Town: Sartell, MN Event: Craft-Vendor-Bake-Garage Sale (NotesNBling & Warren's Sauce/Crafts) Day: Saturday, April 9 Time: 10 am - 3 pm Where: Building 1: Bernick's Arena & Building 2: Scheels Complex Town: Sartell, MN There will be food and drinks available for purchase on site. Which one of the buildings we will be in I don't know yet, but will update that on my Facebook Page: Facebook.com/NotesNBling. Event: Roadside Tavern Spring Show. (NotesNBling & Warren's Sauce/Crafts) Day: Sunday, April 10 Time: 10 am - 2 pm Where: Roadside Tavern, 531 Main Street (right on the highway) Town: Roscoe, MN Event: Spring Fling Vendor/Craft/Bake Sale (NotesNBling & Warren's Sauce/ Crafts) Date: Saturday, April 23 Time: 10 am - 3 pm Where: St. Cloud Eagles Club, 730 41st Ave N. Town: St. Cloud, MN Event: American Legion Spring Show. (NotesNBling) Day: Saturday, April 30 Time: 10 am - 2 pm Where: St. Augusta American Legion, 1894 247th Street Town: St. Augusta, MN The Jewelry As you can see, we've got some shows coming up! I'm so glad it's almost Spring and warmer weather along with that. Hopefully we won't have to deal with too much more snow or super cold days. Here are a few pictures of a few designs as of late: Thought I'd also share some photos of my setup at different shows, so you can see there's a LOT of fun bling for you to look through!! So mark your calendars for the upcoming shows! WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT Our reading in God's Word has been quite in tune with what's going on in the world today, as we are in the Old Testament and finishing up with the minor prophets...a lot of it hasn't been the most fun reading I must admit. However in between the tough stuff there are also such beautiful gems of God's encouragement peppered in between which I've found very encouraging. Nahum 1:7. The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble and He knows those who take refuge in Him. Micah 7:7-9. God is the source of Salvation and Light. But as for me, I will watch expectantly for the Lord. I will wait for the God of my salvation. My God will hear me. Do not rejoice over me, O my enemy. Though I fall I will rise; through I dwell in darkness, the Lord is a light for me. I will bear the indignation of the Lord because I have sinned against Him, until He pleads my case and executes justice for me. He will bring me out to the light, and I will see His righteousness. Habakkuk 3:17-19. Though the fig tree should not blossom and there be no fruit on the vines, through the yield of the olive should fail and the folds produce no food, though the flock should be cut off from the fold and there be no cattle in the stalls, yet I will exult in the Lord, I will rejoice in the God of my salvation. The Lord God is my strength and He has made my feet like hind's feet, and makes me walk on my high places. Many of us have been stretched, worried, dealt with the anxieties of the hour, but that last part... even though....even though all of this.... the LORD is MY STRENGTH. I pray we get this into our heads, our hearts, our souls, our spirit (me included)... 365 times in the Bible God says: "Do not fear". A "do not fear" for each day of the year. He knows us too well and our small frame and our weak faith. So let's strengthen our faith, our walk with the Lord and keep our oil lamps filled. The Holy Spirit will always guide and show the way - all we need to do is listen and be sensitive to His leading. Fear will keep you distracted. Faith will keep you grounded. Until next time.... or I see you at a show. Remain strong in the faith. Lovingly In Him, Sam  Season's Greetings!
The year is heading towards it's end and a new year will begin. We have had another year full of strange things in this world - but these are all things to be expected as we can learn through the study of scripture. Despite it all we still had a good year, trusting the Lord in all that we had to do and we hope you did too. It's certainly a time of great lessons in developing trust in our Savior and hearing/listening to the voice of the Holy Spirit, that's for sure. Personally: Throughout the year we participated in different activities. Warren did a lot of Kayak Bass Fishing and through attending a few tournaments he had qualified for the KBF (Kayak Bass Fishing) Nationals in Shreveport, Louisiana! Although he didn't place in the top 100, he still was 233 out of 400 fishermen who participated in the Nationals. He had sponsors to help him get to the Nationals: Miller Auto & Miller Marine, Trobec's Bus Service, KR-Digital, Kwik Trip, Batteries Plus, Warren's BBQ and NotesNBling. A big thank you to all his sponsors! Warren is planning to participate in more tournaments next year and who knows maybe he will qualify for another Nationals event. We also had our BBQ season with the biggest event being in Deerwood MN for their Summerfest. We have been there for 8 years now participating there with food. We also continued with managing the TNT Fireworks Tent in the Coborn's Parking Lot in Sauk Rapids in July. Events/Jewelry: I was busy with lots of jewelry creations, custom orders, shows, art fairs, my annual Open House and newly added in December a "Sip-N-Shop" for my loyal customers and friends! I'm grateful to all who have visited my booth at the various shows around town, county, out of town and even in Illinois! Thank you for purchasing my creations! Next year, mark your calendars for February, March & April: FIRST Saturday each of these months for the Sartell Farmers Winter Market at the Sartell Community Center back to the normal time from 10-1. July: Art in the Gardens at Munsinger Gardens THIRD Thursday of that month (21st), my booth will be in the usual space at the Lower Gardens. October: My Annual Open House, Saturday the 8th at my house. December: Sip-N-Shop, planned for December 10 (unless the date changes due to being at a Craft Show), but I'll have that announced once December gets closer. Of course I'll plan to be at other Art & Craft shows in the area and maybe also in the Chicago area again and I'll have the announcements either via here and certainly on my NotesNBling Facebook page as those dates get booked! Music: After almost a year of not singing anywhere, we were invited to come back for playing a concert at the Barnabas Christian Coffeehouse in Chippewa Falls, WI this past weekend. What a WELCOME we had!! The house was FULL and the greeting was warm and enthusiastic as soon as we walked in the door!! Sure made us feel so welcome! This little coffeehouse in Chippewa Falls (and another one in Sheboygan WI, the Upper Room) are two places we absolutely love and feel we have family there in the folks who attend there. What a blessing to play music again, sing with people as they join in and just worship, invite the Lord to move in the room and touch our lives and be encouragement to one another. Thank you Barnabas Coffeehouse friends! We love you! Depending on how the year goes, we hope to have more music dates again, but that's up to the Lord and I'm contend with His plans. Well, this is pretty much our year in a nutshell. We hope that everyone continues to stay strong in these uncertain days.... however we do have one certainty and this is that Jesus Christ is Lord and He is always with us. We can invite Him or reject Him. But how could we not invite Him to guide our lives, as He continues to be the constant, the peace and the wisdom for living today. We wish you all a very blessed Holiday Season, good health, strong and unwavering faith in our Savior! Blessed Christmas, Happy New Year! Peace On Earth! Sam & Warren You guys..... I've just realized that I haven't even posted an update since MARCH!!! I've been more active on my Jewelry (NotesNBling) Facebook page, as my lil business has been growing through events we had this year thankfully. Now with the busy fall and holiday shopping season coming about, I thought I should at least update everyone on the shows where I'll be. Music wise it's been very quiet. Several reasons.... lots of them personal and private which I don't want to share. However I'll be picking up my guitar again and then see where the Lord leads or if that season of my life is done. That is up to Him as I'm determined to serve Him, hear Him, listen to Him and then follow where He leads without me creating or striving for anything. These are times where hearing from the Lord and being still before Him are vital!, UPCOMING EVENTS:  THE BLING: In a way I'm really sad that I haven't posted about all the events I've been at this year so far. Starting with a wonderful show in McHenry County in the Chicago area, little shows here, the absolutely AMAZING Munsinger Gardens Art In The Park event, that blew me away! What a response to my jewelry! THANK YOU to all! Then we had the Annual Old Creamery Craft Show in Rice which coincides with the Little Falls Craft Show. Always love it there and met SO many wonderful new people! It's been cool. Now - second weekend in October it'll be time for my Annual Open House again and as last year, it'll be in my backyard under my event tent, with chairs to hang and visit on the deck. You have to email me (notesnbling@gmail.com) to get the address if you are planning to attend. Stay up with more news and pictures of all my new jewelry on my Facebook page: www.facebook.com/notesnbling. Then many other shows are to follow for the holiday season I'm looking forward to being a part of (see picture of my schedule). WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT:
Short and sweet: Trust the Lord, REMAIN in His LOVE, do NOT FEAR, keep serving Him and keep your eyes upon Him. Belief vs Unbelief: The Greek word "pisteuo" means "believed". to be firmly persuaded as to something to believe with the idea of hope and certain expectation. (pistes - faith) We stay firmly persuaded of what Christ has done on the cross! We have hope and have a certain expectation of being with Him for eternity if we do not shrink back, nor fear. The Greek Word "apistos" means "unbelief". not worthy of confidence, untrustworthy, a thing not to be believed, incredible. Now that's NOT how we want to regard our Heavenly Father. He is worthy of ALL of our confidence, ALL of our trust and most of all He is to be BELIEVED! Psalm 34:7-10: The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him and rescues them. O taste and see that the Lord is good, how blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him. O fear the Lord you His saints; for those who fear Him there is no want. The young lions do lack and suffer hunger, but they who seek the Lord shall not be in want of any good thing. Psalm 3:25-26: Do not be afraid of sudden fear, nor of the onslaught of the wicked when it comes; For the Lord will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being caught. If Jesus is not your Lord and Savior, He will hear your prayer of repentance and confession of sin right wherever you are. You don't have to go to anyone or be in a certain place to ask for forgiveness and receive Christ as your Redeemer and Savior. You don't have to say a formulated prayer or do complicated things. Just from your heart to His ear - simply and humbly.... Receive His forgiveness, accept His sacrifice for your sin and then be obedient to Him and humbly walk with your Lord. Love you all! Keep shining His light! Sam |
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