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It hardly seems possible, but it's a year since we three muses bravely decided to co-host a blog challenge. Our criteria were simple,--any and all art forms would be welcome, a sneak peek would be offered to give artists time to plan their entries, we would share the duty of posting challenges; and lastly (and we felt most important), we would take the time to acknowledge entries and leave comments for artists who generously shared their talent with us, and encourage them to support their fellow artists. In our wildest dreams, we did not imagine that in one short year well over 200 artists would have participated in our challenges, and weekly participation hover at the 50 mark! The quality of art that appears each week is truly remarkable. We feel it's an inspiration to everyone who participates. Thank you all!

As our anniversary approached, we discussed what we might do to mark the occasion. We arrived at the conclusion to keep it simple, as we've kept our challenge blog, and simply offer our heartfelt THANK YOU to each and every one of you who have so generously shared your talents with us. We're honored to be a part of the blog challenge community.

THE MUSES ( Ann, Bev, and Marie)

THREE MUSES - WEEK 52 - CARD

Here's my card lady (who seems to have noticed it's the one year anniversary of The Three Muses challenge). I've used my favorite colors (black and white and red), and my gorgeous borders are from generous freebies from Astrid and Norma Frances. Thank you, ladies! I hope you all have fun with this challenge, and can't wait to see your entries.

The Three Muses Challenge - Relationships

This week's theme is "RELATIONSHIPS". I have chosen "sisters" for my sample picture but, of course, we form many relationships, both personal and impersonal, and the choice is a wide one. We can't wait to see where this topic has taken you.

For credits click HERE

THREE MUSES CHALLENGE 50 - LEGS

Playing this challenge across at least three continents and goodness knows how many time zones makes it difficult for me to know just when to post the theme, but a quick tour of the blogs tells me that some of you are already waiting in the wings with your entry so although it is not quite Wednesday for me yet, let the challenge begin!

The theme this week is LEGS, but what will that inspire you to create?

We can't wait to see what you will create, but just in case you need a little help to get you started, here is a sample I made for your inspiration.

Remember that here at the Muses we welcome any medium and any style, all we ask is that you have fun and show us what you create. So enjoy.

(You can find credits for my LEGS on my blog.)

Thank you for playing along.

Three Muses Challenge #49 - Stars

My father always told me to hitch my wagon to a star, and convinced me I could do no wrong. He just simply fearlessly and unconditionally supported everything I tackled. He was my cheerleader, my mentor, my friend. This one's for you, Dad!