I travelled to Athens, TX this weekend. Athens is where I grew up and it’s where my family lives. And as I mentioned in my post about Cheryl Hicks – it’s where Gallery 211 is. My journeyed mind and legs (tired from all that driving :-)) are whew… exhausted. But I wanted to get a post up before I head to get some rest for a long week ahead.
I had a chance to talk with family (my parents as well my brother and his wife) about Badass Backpacks this weekend. It’s an awesome feeling to see them so excited about these bags and about this project! Their questions gave me a stark reminder that I need to get some important posts up on this blog: I need to give some details on where this whole thing is coming from. The most beautiful questions were: “Who did you work with to get this thing done? And what about that thing?” Some of the most important details come down to collaboration and contribution from very specific people. And then those people become part of the story.
It’s interesting to reflect on where you’ve come from. My weekend journey to Athens gave me some road time to do just that. 🙂
Meredith, that site that I talked about is called Maker’s Row. They’re pretty badass… and I’ll look forward to writing more about them as well as some other amazing folks soon. Til then… time for rest. Was good to see you this weekend Athens.
The box, the letter, the photos and cards, the PAPER… and the bag! It literally made me weep! I can’t tell you how proud of you I am and proud to be your friend!
Thank you Cheryl!!! Your awesome response message had me smiling all day long! I’ll get a post up soon to talk about the “PAPER” which features a lot of hand writing from my mother (Paula Lemmon) – it turned out super beautiful and I’m glad you like it! Most folks following along on this blog have not yet seen the paper :-). I’m so glad that bag #4 has the perfect home!