Ladies at the Races

Spring time means Keeneland and The Kentucky Derby are here! 

“Ladies at the Races” is one of my favorite paintings.  It combines my love of fashion, horse racing and hanging out with great friends (or sisters).  I was lucky to have a sister who lived in Lexington, Kentucky.  She introduced my family to the excitement and thrill of attending Keeneland.  Driving up to the gates and seeing all the cars lined up waiting to cruise down the long lane into the property was just the beginning.  The spring weather, tailgate brunch and the sounds of the track announcers set our day in motion.

Last year I went with my husband, sister and friends.  It was a perfect day.  We had the best of everything.  From the perfect weather to our fabulous host who led us to his box seats, to having the opportunity to walk down the center of the paddock as the horses were warming up.   And to top it off we were invited to a lovely after event on a veranda at the end of the day.  Okay, so I lost every race I placed a bet on ( I actually managed to pick the last place horse), but I did find Keeneland as special as when I went as a child. 

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Growing up, I spent my summers getting my pony ready for the County Fair.  I would get my big belly pony slimmed down to a slender show pony .  I spent alot of time brushing the winter hair off, mucking stalls and working hard.  Yes, it was hands on dirty work but I loved it.

Then came the County Fair in late summer.  I remember the excitement of taking my pony to the fair and all the tackle that needed to go along.  I had a name plate for her stall and a big tackle box with her name printed on the front. 

Her name you ask?  Dynomite!  She was small but mighty and she loved the excitement of the Fair too.  She would neigh with excitement as we pulled the horse trailer up to the stables.  Then there would be the symphony of other horses responding to her.  It was as if she was saying “Dynomite is here! Hello friends!”

Today I live in town.  No horses, no smelly barn and no Dynomite.  I miss her very much at fair time.  I  enjoy remembering all my wonderful days with her and cherish the  hours spent  getting her ready for the County Fair.

"Friends make life Fun!"

Is anyone enjoying the heat?  Lula Bell’s fans are on high in the studio.  Even my dog is hot.  He is lying in front of our fan trying to stay cool!  Here at Lula Bell we appreciate pet owners for all they do to keep their pets cool and happy even in this heat!

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We are offering Dog Day Deals to all our pet loving fans.

Stay cool and be TOP DOG at the bark park wearing our cute dog T shirts.  We want to help you walk your dog in style and be the best dressed dog walker by offering a sale on our Pet Lover T shirts.

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Pack up your slimy dog toys, plastic bags, leash, water bowl and towel in our CANVAS TOTE BAG.  There is even a side pocket for your keys.  Dog Lovers deserve to feel special! 

Enjoy your favorite iced beverage while keeping in touch with your friends with your FREE Note Cards from Lula Bell.  (offer expires 8/31/10)

One of those Days!

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My kids love school and I owe that to great teachers and staff at their school.  Thank you to all teachers and school staff.  It is your love and enthusiasm that encourages our children to seek out new adventures.

At www.lulabellart.com we have a perfect gift for your teachers and staff.  You can get on your teacher’s good side with a set of adorable cards.  Have them personalized for FREE and give a gift that makes a smile!  It is easy and a great way to let your teachers know you appreciate all they do.  We have something for everyone at www.lulabellart.com

Have a great Back to School!

Amy

Young ballet dancers to "On Point"

At Lula Bell Designs we are celebrating Ballet.  

Ballet dancers everywhere are preparing for their Dance Recitals.  It is such an exciting time for the dancers and their families.  These adorable cards show the how ballet grows with us. 

From the young dancer to the advance, ballet is in our hearts.  These hand glittered notecards will make a wonderful gift for your dancer or Ballet Instructor who has been there to share their love of Ballet.

Personalize your set for a unique gift! http://www.lulabellart.com/ballet-shoes-notecards.html

Alexis, Brian and Amy Gantt

Meowza opens to feline fanfare

The Dayton Mall has a new novel niche market. Cat lovers will be thrilled by the new feline boutique Meowza, a group effort involving a number of artists, the Humane Society of Dayton and incidentally involving at least six folks with Oakwood connections.

Brian Weltge is director of the Humane Society of Greater Dayton and a 1982 graduate of Oakwood High School. He is credited with starting the store as a fundraising effort for the spay/neuter program as well as the foster care program for kittens. Cat adoptions are another avenue for providing homes to cats looking for owners.

The store sells various cat supplies and themed items, some made by Oakwood resident and artist Amy Gantt. She has been in the business of producing greeting cards, tote bags, teapot prints, gardening accessories with cat-oriented graphics on them. She also has a line of high-end T-shirts with her artwork on them produced by Oakwood residents Vince and Wendy Lewis of Hooper Concepts. The store can count 136 products so far that are sold over the counter. Oakwood resident Alexis Wagner is general manager of the store and is enjoying her new job so far.

Standing around talking with the various folks from Oakwood, who should walk in but Tammy Whalen, who is a board member of the Humane Society and lifelong Oakwoodian to boot. As an added twist of irony, she admits that she is allergic to cats. “I make money for cats,” she said. She was in the store dropping off promotional posters for an upcoming fundrais ing gala to be held at the Dayton Masonic Center entitled “Catwalk at the Meowlin Rouge” to be held Jan. 25.

The store is located on the east side of the Dayton Mall walkway adjacent to Sears.