A few things: I am not a cook. I assemble (and draw) food. But... I love bread. Sourdough, biscuits, rolls, yeast breads, pumpkin/apple/banana breads, etc. I especially love crusty exterior with soft interior bread. My love for yummy, hot-out-of-the-oven bread overcomes my dislike of and ineptitude at cooking. Years ago, I used to make sourdough … Continue reading Bread
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Whoa Nellie!!
I nearly bolted out of bed Thursday morning! I was not expecting that. The three days prior had worn me out...I figured I would have a tough time making myself get up. Monday I hung our school art show all day. Monday night we enjoyed the art show and all the amazing work my students … Continue reading Whoa Nellie!!
Simplicity
I've been enjoying my Sheaffer Calligraphy Pen lately. It's nice to have one simple tool that combines line with wash. The only other thing you need with the pen is a water brush. I got a set of these calligraphy pens when I was a young girl (age 9 or 10 maybe?) and these are … Continue reading Simplicity
A Day of Juxtaposition
A Day of Juxtaposition Today’s a day of laundry and dishes And also fulfillment of long-time wishes. How can I hold them all in my hands … Will I fly apart? Or can I stand? Is there a key to contain it all? Can I embrace it in a neat tidy ball? … Continue reading A Day of Juxtaposition
You’re Invited!
For the first time in many years, I will have artwork represented by a gallery!! I am so very excited about this upcoming Book Signing and Art Show!! Please consider yourself INVITED!! And come out for a grand time at Southwinds Gallery in Kernersville, NC! Bring your kids, family and friends!! Here's what's on tap … Continue reading You’re Invited!
Birches
(22"x30" watercolor, 1990? Birches on Granville Dr.) For some strange reason, every autumn, my brain starts thinking in rhythm and rhyme. I pull out my well-loved copy of Robert Frost's poetry and I'm dazzled by how beautifully he paints with words. We've had birch trees in the yards of both houses we've lived in. I … Continue reading Birches
The Bag Lady
A quick sketch in my writing journal before heading off to teach today. My husband often calls me "the bag lady" and this is why. I carry multiple bags around with me. And bags within bags (like the knitting bag tucked in my purse/handbag). This is actually a fairly light day. Typically I have bags … Continue reading The Bag Lady
A Desk Saga–Part Three
Part Three Dear Jen, It pains me to see how stressed you are over this desk. And I'm a bit worried about you: It appears as if you're hearing voices emanating from the inanimate objects on the top of this desk. They are telling you things that just aren't true. Try to keep from attaching … Continue reading A Desk Saga–Part Three
A Desk Saga–Part Two
Part Two Dear God, What does it meeaaannn???? This desk of mine!? Does it mean that I'm a sluggard who never clears off her desk? Does it mean that I am so scatter brained I can't keep up with one thing and another? Does it mean that I have so many things going on in … Continue reading A Desk Saga–Part Two
A Desk Saga–in 4 Parts
Part One A friend who came to visit yesterday asked...'ummm...is this the umm...same cleaned up desk you posted on Instagram just a couple of weeks ago? < Meep.> Yes. Unfortunately. I have this ongoing tussle with the surface of my desk. Many moons ago, my husband refinished this old teacher's desk which looked nearly black … Continue reading A Desk Saga–in 4 Parts