I saw this contest primarily as a wonderful way to express my gratitude for all the time and energy that @sagescrub has put into the Homesteaders Co-op.

Maybe I dreamed you into existence because the Co-op is everything I could have ever wished for as a venue for not only sharing my artwork, but a place to share all those other dreams that have been there for literally decades now: A place to connect with like-hearted beings who in their different ways are living a lifestyle that’s more in balance with the world we would want it to be.

It was a journey in itself writing about Idllywild and her journey. I’ve admired her creations so much ever since I first visited the Homesteaders Co-op Store and even though I admire the work of all the vendors at the Co-op, I was inspired by the contest to find out as much as I could about Idllywild and her work.

I hadn't seen her @idllywild account before and I was captivated by the beauty of her photography. And then reading her Steemit introductory post, I felt totally in tune with many of the things she spoke about. Most of all, the search to find one’s true spirit and in that way be set free to be more in touch with whatever we do in life ~ And to bring joy into the things we make. I feel that element is palpable in the work of Idllywild.

So thank your Idllywild and @sagescrub from the bottom of my heart for being who you are, an example of heart and soul on this beautiful planet ~ And Steemiverse. ♥︎♥︎⚖️♥︎♥︎