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 … More

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 … More

When I last posted — back in July — I was planning to take a short break. A few … More

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 … More

With the Fourth of July holiday coming up, lots of errands, and a few babysitting duties on the agenda, I … More

I always look forward to Earth Day. This year, however, as much as I want to get out and celebrate … More

We keep our St. Patrick’s Day celebrations a bit on the quiet side here. No bar-hopping, no imbibing alcoholic beverages, … More

I’ve written many times before about my husband and the encouragement he’s given me over these last six years as … More

I’m celebrating today! Celebrating the beginning of a brand new year, celebrating my joyous new approach to art, celebrating friends, … More

Maybe you’ve seen this popular Facebook meme asking how you like your toast: In case you’re curious, I’m about a … More

Oh, yes. American Gothic. Certainly one of the most recognized paintings in art history, and speaking of history, here’s a … More

When I was growing up, I didn’t believe in Santa Claus. I knew all along that the department store Santas … More

On last Monday morning, our grandson, Carsen, had a school holiday, part of the district’s extended Thanksgiving schedule. His … More

Just a quick note to wish everyone — all around the world — a blessed day. If you’re in the … More

At the present time, I’m not doing any acrylic pourings. Last summer, however, I created a pouring during a “play-day” … More

Our grandson Carsen recently had a “half-day” at school, so we picked him up after his lunch while his parents … More

Recently I’ve discovered “drip art”. At least, that’s what I’m calling it. I’m not sure if the method has an … More

Yesterday I wrote about symbolic drawing — those simple, child-like illustrations we make to represent the things we see. Although learning … More

I love this time of year! Yes, “technically” it is still summer. Autumn doesn’t begin until Wednesday, September 22 this … More

Here in the US, we’re celebrating Labor Day today. The holiday is observed on the first Monday of September. It … More