A popular “break-up” song from the 1960’s said to “Make It Easy on Yourself“. I don’t how helpful that advice…
When it’s Done, It’s Done
Obviously I’ve been going through a lot of intense emotions. My feelings are still very mixed when it comes to…
Reframing and Reclaiming
It would be nice to say “Oh, Sketchbook Revival is here, and I’m back in the studio again!” I suppose…
This Felt Good
A few days ago I shared “Red Lady” — my first creative project in months. I liked her because I…
Starting With Something Simple
The good news — well, I guess it’s good — is that I’m getting back to the studio. I’ve been…
Sketchbook Revival 2023
It’s that time of year again! Spring is right around the corner and with spring comes Sketchbook Revival, a free…
The Cat I Couldn’t Draw
Let’s just be blunt about it. One of the reasons — probably the main reason — I quit drawing last…
You Light Up My Life
First… just a quick note to let everyone know that I’m feeling much better after my “melt-down” last week. My…
What Happened?
It’s Saturday morning. My husband is off on an errand, all the cats are playing outside, and so, for a…
“To Talk of Many Things…”
The time has come the Walrus said To talk of many things. Of shoes and ships and sealing wax, of…
May You Live In Interesting Times
Today marks the start of the Chinese New Year — the Year of the Rabbit, to be precise. I’ve given…
How Do I Feel?
Yesterday was a somewhat frustrating day… and yet a good day, nevertheless. I planned to sit down and write a…
Cats, Cats, and More Cats
As many of you have pointed out, I was spreading myself a bit too thin last summer, trying to do…
Happy New Year – New Directions in 2023
When I last posted — back in July — I was planning to take a short break. A few…
Having a Wonderful Time
Although we haven’t traveled anywhere, I’m feeling very much on vacation. True, indeed, I’m having a wonderful time, and I’ve decided…
Summer Break
With the Fourth of July holiday coming up, lots of errands, and a few babysitting duties on the agenda, I…
Wouldn’t It Be Fun…?
Earlier this month, as part of Joy Ting’s “daily practice” with watercolor — Color Play: Watercolor — I did an…
Life Is Just a Bowl of Cherries
It’s been another fun morning in the studio. As I’ve mentioned before, I’m not being too serious about art over…
Draw What You Know
One of the first pieces of advice aspiring writers hear is to write what you know. While an author can choose…
Enjoying the Morning
I haven’t been overly ambitious lately where art is concerned. For the moment I’m content to do a little daily…