Star Bunny Illustrated: Ravens

Raven have been everywhere lately.

Everyday from my office window I see a flock of Ravens finding breakfast in the yard.

In the evening a flock of Ravens roost in the woods behind the house.

Seeing these creatures has inspired the creation of this vector illustration you see above. 

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Ravens have long held symbolic meaning in many cultures. 

As with most carrion birds with black plumage, Ravens are often linked with death 

or ill fortune. Not all cultures have taken the same take on these intelligent creatures.

In Greek mythology Ravens are a symbols of luck. They believed Ravens to be 

messengers from god, and felt they brought protection to the mortal realm. 

Many Native American tribes have credited the Raven as being a grand creator.

 But, also as a trickster. The Raven is said to have brought light into the darkness. 

However, this was done in a way that disobeyed normal rules and conventional behavior. 

There is no denying the fact that Ravens are striking and intelligent creatures.

I hope that next time you see Ravens you take a little time to admire them.

Finding Focus

A new week has arrived, and with it a new opportunity to find focus.

Summer has now faded into autumn. 

A season of transition from the warm days of summer to the cold nights of winter. 

This is the time of year squirrels are seen busy at work collecting acorns 

in perpetration for the next season to come.

With this imagery in mind, this week I will be looking to the squirrels for motivation. 

I too hope to find focus in what needs to be done in order to prepare for the next season,

and all the future adventures that are the horizon. 

Memories On Notes

Trying to make sense of everything after the death of my dad has left more questions than answers. 

When you cannot find the words music has a way of telling the tale.

My dad had a love of music that he took time to share to me.

On this compilation you will hear a few of his favorite bands.

I hope you enjoy this eclectic and eccentric mix!

Star Bunny Studio - Memories On Notes from StarBunnyStudio on 8tracks Radio.

Life And Death

Death is a fact all living creatures must face. 

Dealing with this fact is something everyone handles differently. 

There is no handbook or correct answers. 

They say time heals all wounds. 

I look forward to each passing day and hope in the future things will feel 

differently than they do today.

The Mane Attraction

It is something every human has in common. Hair. 

Be it long, short, thin, or thick we all have a unique relationship with our locks. 

What is it that makes our hair such a BIG deal? 

There is an undeniable psychology to hair. It is a non verbal indicator that can tell 

a lot about the health, personality, and lifestyle of a person. 

 Confession time - I am going to get personal with you.

I have not cut my hair in YEARS. I had a bad experience getting a "Trim" at a cheap hair 

cutting place in a strip mall and ever since, I have been afraid to mess with my mane.

I learned to french braid and that was my way of dealing with these long locks. 

However, my hair was taking over. 

After yet another summer in the sun my head was full of split ends and broken pieces.

No amount of fancy hair product or conditioner could fix my frizzed mane.

 Worse yet, I felt like cousin-it from the Adams family!

My hair was around 19 inches long. Long hair works well with tall people - but, I am not tall.

I am 5' 4" and my hair length was disproportionate to the rest of my body.

I had to do something to tame the mane. 

I had about half a foot of hair was cut off! 

I was a little sad looking at all my old locks on the salon floor. 

After my hair was blown dry and styled I was thankful I found Amber, 

at Blake & Co. Hair Spa. 

After moving from the DC area to the little town of Front Royal, Virginia 

I was hesitant to try something new. However, a "Hair Spa" was just what I needed.

The first thing I noticed as I entered the was how clean everything was. 

I was greeted with a nice welcome and offered a choice of beverages to sip on while I waited. 

I received a large mug of hot coffee and looked through a few pages of a 

current fashion magazine, while I sat on a comfy couch near a large bay window.

My haircut started with a consultation. Then my hair was given a shampoo. 

While the conditioner soaked into my hair I received a relaxing head massage. 

This was a great treat! The massage really helped to relieved any underlaying anxiety. 

After my hair was cut and blown dry I was feeling and looking like a beauty queen. 

I was also impressed that there was not any high pressure add-on product sales.

I was informed of the product used on my hair and was told they are available, if I wanted.

After this experience I am now looking at getting a haircut as more of a treat, 

and less like an ordeal.

 

If you find yourself in the area and your hair is in need of some TLC,

 stop in and say hello to Amber & Blake.

Click on the image above to book your appointment and save some cash!

Fading Into Fall

This is the best time of year.

The seasons are beginning to transition from summer into fall.

Everyday you see more gradual changes taking place in nature.

The longer nights and cool morning temperatures are comforting 

changes from the long, hot, and humid summer days.

Take time to enjoy this brief transition as fall takes over, and summer

 becomes a distant memory. It will not last for long!

The Last Of Summer

The last official weekend of summer has now passed us by.

 It has been a great summer full of adventures and outdoor fun.

It is hard to believe it is all coming to an end.

I hope you take an opportunity for one last summer adventure,

before the cool weather of fall arrives.