What may appear to be to simple kid’s arts ‘n crafts to others is something totally different to me. This apple tree and felt leaves on our seasonally changing faux wreath represents a second chance. Second chance at family. Second chance at motherhood. Second chance at happiness. Second chance at pretty much everything. And also knowing that while there aren’t always second chances in life, we have to keep trying. Making the most of what we have and striving for what we want.

Glue sticks, crayons, construction paper, tape, felt, thumb tacks…it’s the stuff of life I tell ya’.