Hello, my friends! It feels so good to be back and writing to you. My friend, Lisa, recently sent me this. This summer I have made a concerted effort to reduce my use of technology and screen time. I can honestly say that it is so joyful not to be tethered to a device, plus…
I cannot believe it has been nearly a month since I last posted. But as you know from my previous post, I’m in a bit of a transition and taking a step back for re-evaluation. Thank you so much for your kind words of support and encouragement!! However, I’ve missed you! I thought I would…
My husband and I spent the weekend in the mountains of Arizona. It was SO peaceful and quiet. Since my life is rather frenetic and busy, there is not much down time. It wasn’t until I was the midst of serenity and stillness that I realized how much I miss the absence of noise. For…
I find it intriguing the way some people creatively make a living. Imagine having an unfulfilling job only to leave it (after careful planning) and going to Paris? That is exactly what Janice MacLeod did and as a result, she wrote her first book and memoir, Paris Letters. This is a book you continue to…
My dear friend, Susan, gave me a gift of gouache paints for my birthday. I had no idea what gouache paints are and am a bit reluctant to use them. However, I did bring the paints with me on vacation, thinking it is a wonderful time to try something new. Supplies you will need This…