January 26, 2020: Seeking Bluebirds
Every time I see a bluebird, I say, well, hey, all this hard work is all worth while.Bill Vaughan Along with bitter cold and snow, January brings the unwelcome task of getting ready for tax season. In a jewelry design
January 19, 2020: Breathing Space
We are all bombarded on all sides by a vast number of messages we don't want or need. More information is generated in a single day than we can absorb in a lifetime. To fully enjoy life, all of
January 12, 2020: An Artist In Hiding?
"To practice any art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow. So do it."-Kurt Vonnegut I was on my way downtown to get my newest watercolor framed. A spontaneous stop into a favorite coffee
January 5, 2020: A Precious Life
Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life ? -Mary Oliver January 1st, 2020 turned the page not only to a new year, but a new decade, inspiring thoughts about the kind of
December 29, 2019: The Power of Reflection
“Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.” Serren Kierkegaard At the end of December, a common tradition is to consider the past year and make resolutions for the new one. If you view life as a tapestry
December 22, 2019: Unexpected Gifts
The holiday season of December actually begins in October, where retailers begin their onslaught of advertisements and displays promoting the fantasy of creating a designer decorated home filled with beautifully wrapped gifts, and chef worthy meals. It is easy to
December 15, 2019: Changing Traditions
The human soul can always use a new tradition. Sometimes we require them.” Pat Conroy There are many things I love about the holiday season; from the festive decorations and music, to the special foods and the joy of finding a
December 1, 2019: Breaking the Worry Habit
I’ve always been a worrier. As a first born with an over developed sense of responsibility AND an overactive, creative mind, my worries have led my imagination on a rollercoaster of “what ifs” that 99% of the time have never
November 24, 2019-Thankful for A Village
“I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought, and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder.” —Gilbert K. Chesterton This weekend our home was transformed into a venue for our 6th Annual Artisan’s Holiday Open House. The house
November 10, 2019: Worth Fighting For
“Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude.”Harry S. Truman When I am looking for inspiration for my writing, the topic is usually driven