McMurtry Creative Media – Page 37 – Art, Holidays, Health and Nutrition, Science; Fiction and otherwise

August 25, 2013

Route 66 – Oh the Jouy!

Toile du Jouy is the classic French fabric that is like a storybook with depictions of families, bucolic scenes, even patriotic themes.

I love a good story and the beautiful graphic quality of toile so I created an invitation that I hope brings you much jouy also.

Back in my hometown, I’m feeling the joy of being in the City of Angels with my loved ones on the west end of Route 66.

August 24, 2013

67 Days – Don’t Wait to Enjoy the Harvest

We may postpone enjoying our bliss until we achieve major milestones; graduating from college, marriage, career success; the list is long. The other day I heard a man talk about the benefits of celebrating “little harvests.” Studies show that people who have gratitude enjoy better health and sleep patterns and have more energy. Why not enjoy a little harvest this weekend? There is much to be thankful for.

A Harvest and Halloween Handbook

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-harvest-and-halloween-handbook-pam-mcmurtry/1116031757?ean=2940148379744

http://www.amazon.com/Harvest-Halloween-Handbook-Artisan-ebook/dp/B009PA8ON6/ref=sr_1_1/184-7262057-1000569?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1377352609&sr=1-1#_

August 23, 2013

Taking food and comfort to people in need: an article for Meal Train

This is from Michael Laramee and meal Train. Rachel Nelson and I were taking a meal to one of our friends from church who was having medical problems.

Last year, a dear friend and woman in my church was dealing with end-stage cancer. She had elected to stop her chemotherapy and was dying. I took her comfort food; roast chicken, soups, fresh fruit and ginger ale to help settle her stomach (while in chemo) and fruit and vegetable juices afterwards. Then it hit me, she was a Japanese native, so I brought in sushi and Asian foods that may have been more familiar to her. She died shortly thereafter. But she was warm and knew I loved her. The other "sisters" from my LDS (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) ward brought in meals too. We mourned together when Kazuue left us. Our women's organization is called the Relief Society. We are the largest women's organization in the world. Millions of "sisters" bring meals daily to new moms, the injured and recovering. One last hint - because I enjoy cooking somewhat "fancy" meals, I sometimes bring macaroni and cheese for the children of the family. And always veggies and Ranch dip - almost every child will eat a vegetable dipped in Ranch. I keep disposable pans for these opportunities and take heavy paper plates so the family has few dishes to wash. As told by Pamela Layton McMurtry

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151831585938875&set=a.454405083874.245983.256899163874&type=1

August 23, 2013

68 Days; Let the Magic Begin!

As magical as magic is, it needs to be backed up with hard work, skill and determination.

Whether you are in school, planning a big event (like your life) or doing something important, put all you have into your effort and let the magic begin!

A Harvest And Halloween Handbook

http://www.amazon.com/Harvest-Halloween-Handbook-Artisan-ebook/dp/B009PA8ON6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377269095&sr=8-1&keywords=pam+mcmurtry

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-harvest-and-halloween-handbook-pam-mcmurtry/1116031757?ean=2940148379744

August 22, 2013

69 Days – Why Wait for a Great Pizza?

As an artist, I’m always looking for a medium with which I can create something wonderful; food can be a whole lot of fun to play with. Rich colors and varied textures and flavors provide the tools to create a culinary masterpiece! These fun pizzas were featured on the SheKnows Parenting website; here’s the link and you can find the recipes are in

A Harvest and Halloween Handbook

http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/1007689/its-pizza-party-time

http://www.amazon.com/Harvest-Halloween-Handbook-Artisan-ebook/dp/B009PA8ON6/ref=sr_1_1?

s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1377106931&sr=1-1

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-harvest-and-halloween-handbook-pam-mcmurtry/1116031757?ean=2940148379744

August 21, 2013

70 Days – A History of Halloween Podcast Tonight

Join me tonight for a podcast! We’ll be discussing A Harvest and Halloween Handbook and Halloween today. I’ll post the information.

A Harvest and Halloween Handbook

http://www.amazon.com/Harvest-Halloween-Handbook-Artisan-ebook/dp/B009PA8ON6/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1377106931&sr=1-1

and http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-harvest-and-halloween-handbook-pam-mcmurtry/1116031757?ean=2940148379744

August 20, 2013

71 Days Until Halloween? Sweet.

71 days until Halloween? What will we do? Here’s a cute little project to help you pass the time. The directions are in my A Harvest and Halloween Handbook:

http://www.amazon.com/Harvest-Halloween-Handbook-Artisan-ebook/dp/B009PA8ON6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377012548&sr=8-1&keywords=pam+mcmurtry

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-harvest-and-halloween-handbook-pam-mcmurtry/1116031757?ean=2940148379744

August 19, 2013

72 Days ’til Halloween. Summer 2013 is one for the books; Good job Moms!

Well Moms, you’ve made it through another summer, kept your kids healthy, entertained and engaged – congratulations!

As they head out the door for another great year at school,

pat yourself on the back for a job well done.

August 18, 2013

73 Days ’til a Toad-ally Cool Halloween

Don’t wait till the last minute to start planning your

toad-ally cool

Halloween party!

August 18, 2013

74 Days, The Art of Play

This late summer season provides beautiful weather

for enjoying the great outdoors.

Take your picnic up a notch on the “enjoyability” scale by

bringing along the arts to your celebration. Drawing, watercolor, music and other forms of artistic expression may bring added depth and pleasure to your outings.