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For those who hold a baby in their heart....
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"Throughout the
ages jeweler's have tried to capture the
"Mothers Jewelry"
Treasure the moments of motherhood they slip through our fingers so fast. Don't ever take them for granted... for babies, like moments don't last! ~ By Georgene ~
"A Mothers Wish" Sweet child of my dreams...destined never to part. No love could be deeper...you grew in my heart. ~By Georgene~
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"I was born and raised in eclectic Greenwich Village New York in the days when it flourished with big families and small mom & pop stores. I am the first-born of five children in a close-knit family. I grew up in a home some might consider a bit noisy... lots of babies and pets -- music and laughter flowing out the doors and windows..." We were the working class poor and there were plenty of hard times. I believe what is derived from hard times is strong character and a greater ability to appreciate the good times. I have always had a special place in my heart for babies. By far my greatest gifts are my daughter and son -- my deep love for them is what inspired You Grew In My Heart Being raised by an ingenious mother, musical father, and thriving in such a celebrated area of creativity -- I developed a passion for many crafts. I'm a published poet who has also dabbled in songwriting at the piano. Other hobbies I enjoy are interior decorating, flea marketing, gardening and holistic nutrition. I am also absolutely addicted to tae bo cardio-boxing. Designing jewelry wasn't a life long ambition for me; actually it found me. Yet once I created my first design I knew it was something I was meant to do. I had to learn the jewelry business and its lingo overnight; I'm still learning. It's a tough business. I would have to compare the process to learning how to swim by being thrown into the river. However, I believe this method may be the best way to learn. If I had known up front all the steps and obstacles to overcome it may have discouraged me and there might not be a Heartbeat Designs today. I believe it was kismet...I love what I'm doing!I'm an avid collector of antique cherubs. I have received baby angels from cherished family and friends. However, the inspiration for my third design My Baby Angel was due to having a miscarriage...and customer's requesting that I create a design for child loss. Lost babies are carried in our hearts forever - while the littlest of souls rest peacefully in Gods hand. My fourth design happened quite unexpectedly. While surfing the net for memorabilia of my favorite holiday movie "It's a Wonderful Life" I stumbled upon Karolyn Grimes the child actress who played little "Zuzu Bailey" in the movie. As a result of our chance meeting I was commissioned by the actress to design the only endorsed charm in tribute to the classic. The Zuzu Gift Set consists of a sterling silver bell with wings on a chain. This magical necklace is presented in a pretty organza pouch with 3 silk rose petals...Zuzu's petals. My first children's book "The Olive Tree" has been published. The making of this heartfelt book was truly a labor of love for all involved, which is quite evident in the finished product. The endearing story of love & peace is accompanied by 22 tender full-color illustrations. It's an old-fashioned gift book, a perfect story for every day of the year. I have been happily married to an incredible husband who believes in me implicitly. I credit our kindred spirits for making this such a successful venture. Having been a stay-at-home mom, and surviving the teenage years of our children, I am delighted to have received the retribution every parent dreams of; two amazing young adults. My envisioning their being all grown-up awakened me to relive their infancy so vividly. This bittersweet reminiscing prompted me to design my mother and child jewelry because my children will always remain as babies I hold in my heart. My wish for my designs is that they reach deep into the souls of all those who see them, just as I have reached deep within my soul to create them.My family and I contently share our lives in the beautiful Hudson Valley with our beloved pets - a rescued Rottweiler/GS and a clever singing & dancing Cockatoo. Our backyard is our sanctuary; it's our acre of heaven here on earth. We hope to rescue two alpaca llamas some day. We truly believe that animals possess spiritual essences that complete and enrich our lives... "Until one has loved an animal, part of their soul remains un awakened." I have been very fortunate to be granted the courage to chase after my dreams and blessed in the fulfillment of so many of them. I'm most grateful for the wonderful life I've worked so hard to capture...never taking for granted those precious gifts bestowed upon us from up above.
"I am living proof that persistence and determination
pays.
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