Happy Independence Day Ghana!

Hip hip hip horaay! Today my homeland Ghana celebrates her 53rd anniversary of independence!

On this day March 6, 1957, Ghana became the first nation in sub-Sahara Africa to gain independence, with the memorable words ushered by great Pan-Africanist and founder of Ghana Dr. Kwame Nkrumah:

"At long last, the battle has ended. Ghana--our beloved country--is free forever!
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And yet again I want to take the opportunity to thank the chiefs and people of this country, the youth, the farmers, the women who have so nobly fought and won this battle. Also I want to thank the valiant ex-service men who have so co-operated with me in this mighty task of freeing our country from foreign rule and imperialism. And as I pointed out... I made it quite clear that from now on – today – we must change our attitudes, our minds, we must realise that from now on, we are no more a colonial but a free and independent people. But also, as I pointed out, that also entails hard work. That new African is ready to fight his own battles and show that after all, the black man is capable of managing his own affairs. We are going to demonstrate to the world, to the other nations, that we are prepared to lay our own foundation. Our own African identity As I said in the assembly just minutes ago, I made a point that we are going to create our own African personality and identity. It's the only way that we can show the world that we are ready for own own battles. But today, may I call upon you all - that on this great day, let us all remember that nothing in the world can be done unless it's had the purport and support of God. We have won the battle and we again re-dedicate ourselves ... Our independence is meaningless unless it is linked up with the total liberation of Africa. Let us now fellow Ghanaians, let us now ask for God's blessing and for only two seconds in your thousands and millions, I want to ask you to pause only for one minute and give thanks to almighty God for having led us through our difficulties, imprisonments, hardships and suffering to have brought us to the end of our trouble today. One minute silence. Ghana is free forever and here I will ask the band to play the Ghana national anthem." Reshaping Ghana's destiny I am depending upon the millions of the country, and the chiefs and people, to help me to reshape the destiny of this country. We are prepared to pick it up and make it a nation that will be respected by every nation in the world. We know we are going to have difficult beginnings, but again, I'm relying upon your support, I'm relying upon your hard work. Seeing you in this… it doesn't matter how far my eye goes, I can see that you are here in your millions and my last warning to you is that you are to stand firm behind us so that we can prove to the world that when the African is given a chance he can show the world that he is somebody! We have awakened. We will not sleep anymore. Today, from now on, there is a new African in the world.”

I am proud to be Ghanaian.

Happy Independence Day Ghana, and may God continue to bless you!

smiles,

QuellyRue

So says the tea...

I love Yogi Tea, each tea bag has a wonderful little fortune on it.

Real happiness lies in that which never comes nor goes, but simply is.

"Nothing is a waste of time if you use the experience wisely."
- Rodin, 1840-1917

Life is a chance. Love is infinity. Grace is reality.

smiles

QuellyRue

Spotted on Etsy: Brick Bracelets - Connect With Fun

Jewelry designer David Haliski never ceases to amaze me. After stumbling upon his LEGO Minifig snowman, I took it upon my self to dive deeper into his world in bricks.

I found myself surrounded by his line of fun, fresh, and handmade LEGO creations called Brick Bracelets. The line is a true reflection of David's love of LEGO mosaics and sculptures!

The complete line includes gifts for all ages:

Unique and stylish LEGO bracelets


Colorful and funky LEGO rings

Retro LEGO Hair Clips - I love it!

Feeling hungry? Who's up for some McDonald's? Yes, this is an actual size LEGO representation of McDonald's popular Big Mac Meal. Cant you just smell the french fries? I can!

And for desert? How does an apple or banana sound? Yummy!

It's exciting to see a familiar toy being used in so many creative ways!

Here is a blurb from David's Etsy profile, please stop by and check out his amazing shop, Brick Bracelets, and get to know him a bit more:

In 2008, I rediscovered a passion for vibrantly colored plastic pieces that occupied so much of my time as a child. I decided to combine this passion with fine arts to create unique works of art. My direction is to further deconstruct contemporary, popular culture through the medium itself, LEGO. The pure, consistent color allows for a uniform and bold graphic style translating perfectly from my background in the graphic design and multimedia arts field.

Where to find Brick Bracelets:

Etsy - http://www.brickbracelets.etsy.com/
Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/brickbracelets
Blogger - http://www.theworldinbricks.blogspot.com

smiles

QuellyRue

Step aside Frosty, there's a new snowman in town: Brickbracelets' Lego Minifig snowman

Tired of the same old carrot and coal snowman?

Checkout the most amazing snowman ever constructed, a Lego Minifig snowman by Brick Bracelets David Haliski.

This is the coolest snowman I have ever seen. I am frozen in a state of awe and will forever be amazed.

Job well done David! Now if only there was a freezer large enough to store this baby so it can be kept forever! (sigh)...just my wishful thinking.


smiles

QuellyRue

March has really blown in like a lion, eh?

Wooowzers, I cant believe its March already! Seem like it was just yesterday that I was ringing in bells for 2010 in Ghana. But in any case, I'm not complaining. I am ready to kick off my snow boots and run free in a field of new blooms. I know, I know, the weather forecasters are predicting more snow on Wednesday, but watevs!

I can already smell the scent of spring in the air. While I love the longer, warmer days, and the fragrance of fresh flowers spring brings, I love women's fashion in the spring even more. Spring is the time to indulge in your feminine side with beautiful flowing skirts, and stylish, flared gaucho pants. Blouses and shirts for spring are flowery and feminine and spring sandals are to-die-for.

Over at QuellyRueville, I've been making a lot of flowers lately and decided some of them were meant to star on their own. VOOWALLA!...A very unique and bold flower brooch.

These flower brooches are a perfect way to celebrate the coming of the new season! Visit QuellyRue Designs shop and get yours right away!

smiles

QuellyRue

Let it snow

Old man winter strikes again in New York...grrrr!

Here are some lovely pics I snatched from a friend on facebook!

Amazing, aren't they?

smiles,

QuellyRue

Hearts for Haiti by QuellyRueDesigns

Haiti's horrifying earthquake has left near-apocalyptic devastation in its wake. It's hard not to feel helpless while reading about the endless loss, the dire situation and the scale of reconstruction efforts to come.

Let’s open our hearts to the people of Haiti and help them to fly again! Every small bit makes a big difference! 100% of this purchase will be donated to Red Cross Haiti Relief and Disaster fund. Every small bit makes a big difference!

This fabulous tote bag and felt cozies has my signature felt birds and hearts adorned on its front panel. Each piece was hand cut and sewn on by me!

Found here: QuellyRue Designs

smiles

QuellyRue