I had planned something else for today, but in my morning musings, as I thought about how very full my life is, I wanted to share this with you. Full. Well, yes. Might I even say Crazy Busy. The holidays are always so full of blisteringly beautiful fullness, that sometimes I can hardly breathe … Continue reading The 20 Minute Path: A Key to Artful Living in Very Full Days
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Christmas Mugs
A MutinyThe cupboard cannot hold them these merry mugs of cheer. For sweetly drinking Christmas, Out of boxes pulled each year.I cannot fit them with the rest so tumbled out I’ll leave them, spilling Christmas nog and joy with every chance I see them.They wink as I drink my morning cuppa And froth piping hot … Continue reading Christmas Mugs
For Ellen
Macy Macy knew, that as she grew, her love for all things making was growing still, her heart to fill ... crocheting, quilting, baking! Yet in all this, one more was bliss a thread ran through them all— A gift to give, for this she lives, something not found at the mall. So Macy made, … Continue reading For Ellen
Christmas Treasures
Christmas Memories Oh the ache of Christmas, of the years rolling by, of children growing…I cannot stop it, no matter how hard I try. Middle boy says at table- “I don’t get it this year… It doesn’t seem like Christmas Yet it’s almost here. It’s a week away and it feels like any other. The … Continue reading Christmas Treasures
Tree Trimming
There have been many new followers here on Drawn2Life this year. I want to welcome ALL of you! I am really so glad you are here! I'm hoping those of you who have been with me for a while won't mind a few poems written from past holidays. I love pulling them out along with … Continue reading Tree Trimming
It’s Christmastime!
Come With Me I have so much to share with thee, my online reader and friend, I think I shall post--'til the day that I toast-- the New Year coming 'round the bend. So here I go a rhyming sharing poems present and past. So we can enjoy the season making merry with mirth 'til … Continue reading It’s Christmastime!
Winter Drawing Spot
For the last few weeks, as the cold weather has set in, we've been drawing downtown INDOORS at Eclection. Debbie, my drawing friend, and I enjoyed this spot all last winter. We've been delighted by the new addition to their space. The front area has been transformed into a lounge area for all the wine … Continue reading Winter Drawing Spot
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
Just For Fun!: A Key to Artful Living
The next time you have a creative idea in mind, and you keep talking yourself out of it, try this: "OK, I'll do it, but just for fun!" And then begin, just for fun. Keep going at it, day in and day out, but only for fun! Think of your project lightheartedly. Shew away any … Continue reading Just For Fun!: A Key to Artful Living
Painting & Poem
Can I attempt to entice you once again to come out for my Art Show this Saturday? From 4-6 pm at Southwinds Gallery here in Kernersville, you'll see this painting and many more of my town. I'll also be signing books, both Genevieve and the Kite and Letters to an Artist. I am walking around … Continue reading Painting & Poem