Wow, fascinating and exciting information! Perhaps our generation was not so lucky after all as 'the world is their oyster' for the younger generation of today. I guess it depends on one's priorities in this modern world! Most don't seem to be in a hurry to marry and have a family but when they do, have no qualms about going back to work and have someone else look after the children and this is often where the grandparents are needed. Mind you, they don't necessarily have to marry the father these days and some little ones even have two daddies instead of one mother and one father. Some have a multitude of 'Uncles' too. It certainly is a very different world to the one that my generation grew up in.
I guess everything goes full circle eventually and one spider said that knitting and crochet are now back in vogue and that people are looking to hand made rather than the disposable items that have become so popular. How many of us ever have our iron or hairdryer repaired these days, as it's as cheap to buy a new one and throw the old one away! How fortunate we are compared to or parents and grandparents! Perhaps the 'throw-away' lifestyle that seems to exist at present, will eventually disappear, bringing back the appreciation of true talent and expertise. I do hope these youngsters are successful and will be able to make a living from their craft, but only time will tell. Catherine barley UK Catherine Barley Needlelace www.catherinebarley.com ----Original message---- Devon Thein wrote: Subject : [lace] Supporting young lacemakers One thing that is very interesting about the young millennial artists is that, since art, not motherhood, is their primary occupation, they really do produce work. They treat their art with a high level of seriousness and professionalism. It is quite impressive. Thoughts? Devon - - To unsubscribe send email to [email protected] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [email protected]. For help, write to [email protected]. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
