Betsy Ore Glass Art

04/22/2026

There’s something quietly profound about orchids—especially the graceful Phalaenopsis. They appear delicate, almost fragile, yet they carry a resilience that surprises even the most attentive grower. A sudden cold snap comes and they are unfortunately left outside, What seems like a mistake or e...

04/10/2026

The garden is growing. Tomatoes are already being picked, a simple but powerful reminder that life continues to push forward. Bits of string left outside are gathered by birds, each piece becoming part of a carefully built nest. Plants that once seemed lost to the cold are returning, full of life ag...

03/08/2026

https://www.betsyoreglass.com/blog/205367/fooled-by-the-warm-weather

We had one of those beautiful 80-degree days, and I was convinced spring had arrived. So I did what any hopeful gardener would do — I planted. Tomatoes, herbs, peppers… all tucked into the soil with big expectations.

01/30/2026

Get in on the ground level.....learn pastel painting and the basics,,,..starts

PA104 Beginner Pastels with Betsy Glass All levels welcome! Beginner Pastels is designed for those new to pastels or artists wanting to strengthen their foundation. This class focuses on

01/14/2026

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A sweet neighbor and I paused on the sidewalk this morning, talking as neighbors do. I mentioned a small flower bed that’s been waiting patiently for attention. When I shared a few ideas, she smiled and offered to share some of her plants. She explained that some would rest through the winter, eve...

01/02/2026

https://www.betsyoreglass.com/blog/204251/stepping-forward-in-faith

The chill of winter has settled in over the past month, bringing long, crisp mornings and frosty evenings. For some, the cold invites cozying up indoors, but for others, it’s no obstacle to launching new ideas and goals for the New Year.

12/29/2025

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“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” — Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

12/23/2025

https://www.betsyoreglass.com/blog/204249/when-the-world-finally-grows-quiet

“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light;on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.”—Isaiah 9:2 (NIV)

12/14/2025

There was a Christmas when I lost my joy. I can’t fully explain why—it didn’t vanish all at once. It slowly slipped under the weight of exhaustion, responsibilities, and the quiet dread of everything I felt I had to manage. I was doing all the right things on the outside, but inside, joy was m...

12/09/2025

The Christmas tree is up. For years, we had a very robust tree—so round you couldn’t walk past it without brushing against it. This year, we finally chose a slimmer one. Yes, I put it up early, which certainly defeats the idea of a fresh tree. But some of my favorite memories are of the years wh...