Exercise in Frustration

I have been wanting to try my hand at making a Magnolia Wreath for some time and since the RV Park has lots of Magnolia's I got permission to cut some to make a little spot of Christmas for ourselves.  

 After breakfast,  I got my clippers handy and headed off to the woods.  I was surprised and excited  not only finding Magnolia but lots of holly, red leaves, and  a few other dried weeds to use.   Since childhood and for as many years as I can remember, I have always enjoyed walking in the wild and foraging for weeds to use in crafting.   I am not sure if it is the  quiet of the woods or the attempt at satisfying my creative side that draws me to collecting.   I have very fond memories of  my mother using field  corn and dried weeds displayed with her antiques.   Whatever the reason, I find peace !

As I was building the wreath it seemed to get bigger and bigger and was soon out of control.   I am suddenly faced with..."OK, now what...where do I go with it".   Did I mention that planning is not one of my strong points ?  (LOL)   I tend to just jump in with both feet...and whatever happens, happens !    I figured no problem,  I will hang it on the front of the coach....Hmmm,  didn't think of the fact that the engine is in the rear and there is no grill to attach it to.    I had no alternative but to open the awning and hang it from the strap we use as an anchor for the awning.   

 Somehow it is complete, however, I am not sure it was as relaxing of a project as I had hoped it would be .   That is alright though, it was about 60,  the sun was shining and we have no  SNOW.   Life is good   

UPDATE:   45 minutes later:     I am glad that I took a picture because Bob woke up from his nap and didn't like the way I had it hanging from the awning...took the strap down, dropped the wreath into a heap and it now looks like it went through a hurricane.   I am reminding myself that I shall be thankful that he is trying to be of help.  Oh the memories....