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averylucas: Hello Again! I’ve been in hibernation for awhile. I...

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 19:30:22 -0400

Hello Again!

I’ve been in hibernation for awhile. I graduated with my MFA. I started a new job working in a foundry. I moved into a mill space where I can have a studio. Real life things are happening. Stay tuned while I set up the studio and start making new work.

Exciting news, in November I will be teaching a workshop on repousse at the Fuller Craft Museum! Check out the link. I am honored to be able to continue my work as a teaching in some small capacity.

gracefacestudio: Currently, I’m in post thesis mode. I’ve...

Sun, 15 Jul 2012 19:59:01 -0400

gracefacestudio:

Currently, I’m in post thesis mode. I’ve floundered a bit paralytically thinking: What’s the ‘right’ thing for me to make now?

In order to ease this tension, I’ve given myself permission to make things that I simply want to make without any inherent deeper level of meaning. I’m making to ensure that I continue to make.

Above: I’m replicating two pairs of cufflinks. It’s very satisfying to make small things again.

Lobster Salad with Melissa's Chia Dressing

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 11:01:48 -0400

Lobster Salad with Melissa’s Chia Seed Dressing (recipe below) on a bed of my backyard greens! Last Friday Night, the weather was fantastic, so we decided on a spontaneous sunset dinner on our boat Blue Pearl in Smith’s Cove, East Gloucester. I harvested a variety of greens from my garden and pulled together a lovely baby spinach and red leaf lettuce salad. We packed up the salad and some shucked lobster meat which was kept on ice and headed out!

First shuck cooked lobsters and chill in the refrigerator.

This is my Gloucester greens garden. I added shredded carrots, cranberries, tomatoes, and a fantastic poppyseed dressing.

Melissa’s Chia Seed Dressing for Lobster Salad on Backyard Greens

1 1/2 cups sugar
2 tsps. dry mustard
2 tsps. sea salt
2/3 cup vinegar
3 Tbsps. onion juice
2 cups olive oil
3 Tbsps. Chia Seeds

Blend in mixer or blender at a low speed. First, combine sugar, seasonings, vinegar, and onion juice (grate an onion and squeeze out juice) and blend for a few minutes.
Gradually beat in oil as if you were making mayonnaise. When thickened, beat in Chia Seeds. Chia seeds are filled with protein and are similar to poppy seeds. You can substitute poppy seeds if Chia Seeds are unavailable.

The Astrology of The John Edwards Verdict: Just Guilty of Being a Bad Husband? ~ Melissa Abbott

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 09:43:25 -0400

The Astrology of The John Edwards Verdict: Just Guilty of Being a Bad Husband? ~ Melissa Abbott

Planetary Vibrations Daily Astrological Aspects Report 06/02 by Planetary Vibrations | Blog Talk Radio

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 09:47:49 -0400

Planetary Vibrations Daily Astrological Aspects Report 06/02 by Planetary Vibrations | Blog Talk Radio:

Astrological Aspects for Sat June 2, 2012 Upcoming Lunar Eclipse, Venus Transiting the Sun, Financials, Gold Standard, Bitcoins, Uranus/Pluto Squares, and Retrograde Neptune

Planetary Vibrations Daily Astrological Aspects Report 05/29 by Planetary Vibrations | Blog Talk Radio

Tue, 29 May 2012 12:03:02 -0400

Planetary Vibrations Daily Astrological Aspects Report 05/29 by Planetary Vibrations | Blog Talk Radio:

Listen to Todays BLOGTALKRADIO session with Guest Vedic Astrologer Marga Laube - We discuss Upayas or Vedic Remedies, June 5th Venus crossing the Sun, and the 7 Exact Pluto and Uranus Squares between June 24th and 2015, and Solar Flares. A fantastic interview - super interesting!!

The Stars Agree: Mark Zuckerberg Marries at a Most Auspicious Time. ~ Melissa Abbott

Sun, 27 May 2012 19:20:39 -0400

The Stars Agree: Mark Zuckerberg Marries at a Most Auspicious Time. ~ Melissa Abbott

Planetary Vibrations with Melissa A Online Radio by Planetary Vibrations | Blog Talk Radio

Tue, 22 May 2012 09:35:56 -0400

Planetary Vibrations with Melissa A Online Radio by Planetary Vibrations | Blog Talk Radio:

Online Blog Radio Daily Astrological Aspects Planetary Vibrations with Melissa Abbott 9AM EDT call in 714-459-3950 or check out daily archives to see which way the Astrological Wind is Blowing. Questions taken live on show. Check Out Planetary Vibrations Blog at http://www.planetaryvibrations.blogspot.com

Solar Eclipse

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:28:27 -0400

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An annular solar eclipse took place today, visible in the western United States and parts of Asia. The eclipse is the first of its kind to be visible from the mainland United States since 1994. Another such eclipse will not occur in the region until 2023.

Astrology for 2012 - Solar Eclipse

Wed, 16 May 2012 21:51:33 -0400

Astrology for 2012 - Solar Eclipse

Monday May 14, 2012 Mercury Trines Pluto - Venus Stationary before Retrograde

Mon, 14 May 2012 08:11:29 -0400

Monday May 14, 2012 Mercury Trines Pluto - Venus Stationary before Retrograde:

Solar Eclipse May 2012, Pisces Moon, Mercury Trine Pluto, Venus Retrograde tomorrow

Sat., May 12, 2012 - Aquarius Moon Great Socializing Night - Group Intelligence

Sat, 12 May 2012 07:43:22 -0400

Sat., May 12, 2012 - Aquarius Moon Great Socializing Night - Group Intelligence:

Just finished todays astrological blog… Sat may 12

Fri. May 11! 2012 Aquarius Moon trines Uranus Surprise! Expect Unexpected

Fri, 11 May 2012 07:55:36 -0400

Fri. May 11! 2012 Aquarius Moon trines Uranus Surprise! Expect Unexpected

Thursday, May 10, 2012 Moon in Capricorn trines Jupiter Lucky and Positive

Thu, 10 May 2012 07:47:06 -0400

Thursday, May 10, 2012 Moon in Capricorn trines Jupiter Lucky and Positive

Monday, May 7, 2012 Sagittarius Moon Today opposing Jupiter

Mon, 07 May 2012 08:49:04 -0400

Monday, May 7, 2012 Sagittarius Moon Today opposing Jupiter:

Todays Astrological Aspects by Melissa Abbott

Friday May 4th 2012 Super Full Moon in Scorpio 05/04 by Planetary Vibrations | Blog Talk Radio

Fri, 04 May 2012 11:24:27 -0400

Friday May 4th 2012 Super Full Moon in Scorpio 05/04 by Planetary Vibrations | Blog Talk Radio:

My very first blog tlk radio show on todays Super Moon, a gardening Planting Guide, and Weekend overview

Have the idea that you will be turning disadvantages into...

Tue, 01 May 2012 09:41:55 -0400

Have the idea that you will be turning disadvantages into advantages or lemons into lemonade today, as sometimes misunderstood, but powerful,must have respect for, Saturn, Trines, loving, beautiful abundant Venus at 12:02EST. That power lunch you have booked may take some hairpin turns. Think creatively to turn the tables in your own favor.

During your power lunch todays Virgo Moon Squares Jupiter at 12:52PM EST so you may feel you are going up against city hall at this time. Stay detailed and stick with what you know but maybe present it in a way that sounds better. So if you were trying to tell the boss that you aren’t going to make the quarter, show a detailed spreadsheet, of how the whole company isn’t going to make the quarter to give them a big picture presentation rather than one focused solely on your own shortcomings.

Moon is in detail oriented Virgo until Wed., and my advice, is to get organized for a powerful full Moon in Scorpio which is coming on May 5th. This one is going to be full of insights into your own emotional make-up. Are you able to face intense psychic situations without losing control? If not, use caution in planning your activities during the next week. Cycles you thought were long gone could resurrect themselves on this upcoming Scorpio Moon. Best for you to have made preparations to protect yourself if you are feeling fragile. Maybe not the time to do any mediation in legal cases or try to have that psychological break through at your therapists with your ex. Although it is entirely possible it could be just what you may need, it could also flip you off the deep end. In other words, this is not the week to release ultimatums or make huge life changing decisions, unless of course, you want the doo doo to hit the fan, which it will. It would be easy to turn yourself into a victim is you don’t have the awareness that this is just plain going to be an intense time. The powers that be are watching and they will lay off your sorry self on May 5th if every T isn’t crossed and every I dotted at work or school. If you are doing exams or writing a final paper or proposal for school or work, focus today and tomorrow to get the work done now and not then.

The late afternoon/evening will start off with the Virgo Moon Sextile Mars in Virgo at 4:59PM EST which could mean some aggressive traffic on the drive home or a problem at work just before you leave. Use caution and expect the unexpected at that time as the energy of that moment could take the form of aggression and the attack may be in the details. Try to stay cool on your commute and for goodness sake pay attention while driving.

At bedtime or as your winding down tonight, 9:25PM EST, there is a Virgo Moon Sextile Mars in Virgo which could mean you are reliving the details of the day over and over again. It is a weak aspect so try and divert yourself with other activities such as cleaning out your closet or organizing the fridge.

On the “Bigger Picture” , long term 2012 side of things, this is a turbulent time for many in their Love relationships and there are a lot of urges to make changes. Try changing your own habits first before trying to change the ones you love. Saturn is squared Mercury and that makes for some interesting communication problems. You say white, they say black. If you are bored with this way of discussing things, change yourself a bit. If they say black, you say gray for a change. If you go to bed at 9pm, try 10pm. If you always have Pasta on Wednesdays, try Chinese instead. Make yourself more interesting so don’t ask everyone else to change, start with your own habits.

averylucas: Today my hands are free! Annealing, chasing,...

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20:01:44 -0500

averylucas:

Today my hands are free!

Annealing, chasing, forming are all in progress…

averylucas: This is a spiculum (a hollow tapered tube) necklace...

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:57:53 -0500

averylucas:

This is a spiculum (a hollow tapered tube) necklace that I made over winter break. It all started as silver scrap that was melted into ingots, rolled out, and fabricated. It was a lot of fun to make!

Sterling Silver, gold leaf, and blue topaz

It is also one of my submission to the Hot Under the Collar exhibition that will be help at the SNAG conference this spring.

Modeled by the fabulous Kelly Jean Conroy -www.tulipstokiss.tumblr.com

My daughter Avery Lucas recently finished this amazing piece of...

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 16:50:48 -0400

My daughter Avery Lucas recently finished this amazing piece of Art! All I can say is WOW!

averylucas:

Clutch

2011

Hand formed and chased copper

Latest piece of work, hot off the bench!