The other day, my friend Baker Jen and I went to see “On the Basis of Sex.” The movie was awesome and I loved it dearly. My affection for our lord and savior RBG continues to grow. When…
And So I Begin. Again.
Yesterday I painted. Those who didn’t just meet me know this is kind of a thing. I’ve tried to pick up my brushes, but the hurt from losing my mentor’s guidance has been bigger than I anticipated. And…
Nicole and Her Tiny Painting
My painting buddy Nicole has been working on a little series. And when I say “little,” I mean little. Just look at the photo above. Trust me when I tell you Nicole has perfectly lovely, ordinary-sized hands. And…
Garden Inspiration
I visited a gardening center this weekend and made the rounds. I only needed a little something for an indoor plant, but the way I see it – window shopping at a garden center is a sure-fire way…
Green-Eyed
The other night Mister and I watched “Mr. Turner.” For those who don’t know, this film gives a glimpse into the final years of the famed British landscape artist, J.M.W. Turner. And it’s fascinating. The very next…
My Latest TV Fling
I am absolutely hooked on HGTV’s “Fixer Upper.” If you’ve not seen it, it features Chip & Joanna Gaines, of “Magnolia Homes,” a real estate/design/contracting/shop-firm in Waco, Texas. This husband-wife team tackle renovation projects for folks in the…
Until We Meet Again
Another Olympics Games, closed. I relished these winter sports, as I do every 4 years. Not only do I admire watching the athletes display their skills (skills they’ve honed for-practically-ever), I also love-love-love the sportsmanship. For though examples…
Tea & Philosophy
This bit of wisdom was waiting for me with my cuppa yesterday: “Use soft words and hard arguments.” ~ English Proverb I’m the type of gal who looks for inspiration around every corner and beneath every stone.…
“Be The Buffalo” Winner Chosen!
Congratulations to J. Dukes, as she is the winner of the “Be The Buffalo” print give-away! While I’ve sold these prints before, this is the first time I’ve given one away. And something about that makes me…