HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY “Top o the morning to ya!” | Corned beef sandwiches, green pints, Gaelic lilts… however you put your Irish on, it’s a day to appreciate the Emerald Isle ancestry and embrace the culture. I’ve never set foot in dreamy, lush Ireland, but I’ve known my fair share of folks of IrishContinue reading “Blog – March 2023”
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Blog – February 2023
HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY Elementary school days snippet and giggle. | Sharing colorful candy hearts with classmates or receiving a valentine was such silly fun. I remember my first childhood “crush” on a friend named Todd in 2nd grade. I walked over and gave him a peck on the cheek. He ran off crying. Confused, IContinue reading “Blog – February 2023”
Blog – January 2023
NEW YEAR | FRESH OUTLOOK Not sure about anyone else but I tend to exude a brighter attitude with a bit of pep in my step as the new year begins. Maybe it’s psychological knowing there are loads of days ahead to accomplish a few projects. Or better yet, perhaps it is the feeling ofContinue reading “Blog – January 2023”
Blog – November 2022
Fall Into Family | Do you decorate the front porch, staircase, or dining table? Or, do you tend to leave it with the same motif (if any) year-round? Spellbound by this photograph, I imagined an offer coming forth such as “Entrer Vous.” If only my front doorstep was as intriguing! Snapping out of my trance,Continue reading “Blog – November 2022”
Blog – October 2022
Fall Foliage | An array of scintillating, vivid leaves in their last phase of existence harkens a mellow mood, almost an image of loss. But there is no despair in a leaf’s life. Cascading leaves are an expression of an eventual rejuvenation beneath the guise of the cool Fall months. While I stared at thisContinue reading “Blog – October 2022”
Blog – September 2022
WORD | Contemplation | This fun watercolor illustration came to mind earlier this year when a period of self-reflection seemed fitting and healthy. During my leisure time of contemplation, a comfortable perspective surfaced and the healing began. Another recent event occurred which wasn’t life-changing but worth pausing for a minute. A simple milestone of sortsContinue reading “Blog – September 2022”
Blog – August 2022
End of Summer Blues or Bliss | Pretty wild, huh? It’s almost a blur since the summer is going so quickly. Does the end of summer bring on a sense of comfort knowing the school year lies ahead or is it more like a slow creep to unwelcomed shorter days? For me, I like seasonalContinue reading “Blog – August 2022”
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