When did it happen that just because two people were friendly – once – they became bound together as friends for all eternity? I mean – if I meet someone through a friend, let’s say because said friend…
Get Out of Your Mind
The other night I was painting at the studio and chatting with my buddy, Nicole. One of the topics covered was the importance of liking our nearest and dearest. And we weren’t merely talking about our romantic partners,…
Tears of Joy
The other day, as I opened Christmas cards from friends around the world, I started to cry a bit. Partially because I’m grateful for the dear souls in our lives. And I happen to love getting holiday updates…
One Year Ago…
On this date, one year ago, Mister and I were in London, settling in for a Kate Bush show. When I think about it, I still can’t believe we did it. In my mind it is just as…
Another Year
A few months ago I met a remarkable woman who told me that she and her husband have been married 40-some-odd years. She said that each year on their anniversary, they go out for dinner (without their children)…
Catch a Wave
“Catch a wave and you’re sitting on top of the world.” Catch a Wave by The Beach Boys (written by Brian Wilson and Mike Love) Have you ever noticed yourself having the same conversation with several different…
Life, The Universe and Everything
Sometimes stuff pops up in life, stuff that’s out of our control. Undesired stuff. Tough stuff. Some people I adore are dealing with such stuff right now, and I can’t do a danged thing to help. And…
The Long Goodbye
This was Old Red on the side of the street yesterday morning. She’s gone now. Some goodbyes take longer than others. They may be dragged out for reasons of necessity, or logistics (as in – “I can’t…