My Serenity Way
Paper Cut Artwork
Scherenschnitte, Inspriational, Spiritual
Celtic Blessings & Designs, 12-Step Recovery
Inspired by Nature, Family, Friends, Pets and Life's Lessons
Serenity Way
P. O. Box 67
Yorkville, NY 13495
ph: 315-269-7697
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Lotus-Butterfly Collection
The Lotus-Butterfly Pins and Pendants started in 2007 as a fund-raiser and public awareness project for the Mohawk Valley Council On Alcoholism /Addictions now called Center for Family Life and Recovery, Inc. (CFLR) Moved to Serenity Way , we refer to it as the "Lotus Butterfly Project". A portion of the proceeds from each item purchased went to MVCA/A as a donation through 2010. In 2011 the Project continues and now benefits CFLR. Through 2010 this project was able to donate over $2,000.00 from sales. The handcrafted pins and pendants symbolize "Triumph over Adversity" (see bottom of page for more). Available in a variety of colors, a lotus flower is etched or painted into the center of a glass mosaic tile. The butterfly at the top is either a swarovski crystal, etched, or painted . As an option, below the lotus, three crystals to represent water are available. New items in this project will be coming in the future.
We are located in the greater Utica, New York area. Artwork samples may be viewed by appointment. Call 315-269-7697, or email: inquiries@myserenityway.com.
Pins, Pendants, Magnets and "Triumph Over Adversity" verse are on display for sale at
McHarris Gifts in Utica, NY
Pins, Magnets and "Triumph Over Adversity" verse are on display for sale at
Artisans' Corner in Clinton, NY
Color chart for the pins and pendants is shown at the bottom of this page.
NEW! I also have a variety of pieces for sale on ETSY.COM
Click on this link: www.myserenityway.etsy.com
Samples of Pins Available below (Full color chart at bottom of page)
ALL PINS $8.00 each
Samples of Pendant Styles Available below (full color chart at bottom of page)
Royal Blue Red
Brown Black
Aqua
Lt Blue
Brt Teal w/teal leather cord Lt Blue
Pendants alone without cord: $8 each.
With Black, Silver, or Gold cord: $12 each.
Black cord with magnetic clasp available in 16" to 22"
Silver cord with magnetic clasp available in 16" to 22"
Magnets $5.00 each
Black Lt. Blue
Royal Blue
Red 
"Triumph Over Adversity" Original Verse signed
8X10 Unframed: $9.00 + $2.25 postage
5X7 Unframed: $6.00 + $1.75 postage4x6 Unframed: $5.00 + $1.25 postage
Significance of the Lotus and Butterfly
The Lotus and Butterfly represent our symbols of “Triumph Over Adversity”, not just from addictions but overcoming any adversity. Everyone goes through difficult life changing experiences for which this symbol can have relevance. A painful truth keeps one in the darkness. Losses of all kinds bring emotional pain. At some point the darkness becomes so unbearable that the willingness to make changes begins.
The lotus flower begins its journey in the mud and muck at the water's bottom, grows up through the darkness, and when it reaches the surface emerges as a closed bud. It has the potential to grow and blossom in the sunlight. It floats peacefully on the water. It rises and falls as the water rises and falls. At night it closes up until it is reawakened by next day’s light.
Opening to new possibilities of the new day, the lotus flows with the changes. Maybe we too can live with some sense of serenity and peace, opening ourselves to the light of day and the possibilities that lie there.
The butterfly starts out in the darkness of a cocoon. It must twist and turn and struggle to get free. But if it were not for that struggle the butterfly would not develop the strength necessary to fly. The struggle itself creates the transformation necessary to achieve freedom. So too is it with addicts and those facing adversity. Strength and courage develop when they are willing to face adversity and accept help to overcome it.
Available Colors and Finishes for Pins and Pendants
Tiles vary in size from 7/8" x 7/8" to 1"x 1", and in thickness.
Polished tiles are etched & enhanced in either silver or gold.
Matte tiles are painted in a variety of colors.
Serenity Way
P. O. Box 67
Yorkville, NY 13495
ph: 315-269-7697
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