A while back, a creative trip to a San Diego timeshare got cut short, leaving only a few days to paint. I remember setting up in the dining room, adjusting the lighting, laying out the paints and securing the canvas – acutely aware of the time constraints. With my...
Sometimes I feel like a spinning top turning endlessly focused on my “to do” list. So often, May turns into June and passes right through July and August without me really stopping to acknowledge or celebrate the wonderful season of summer. Recently, I...
This piece was inspired by actress, Halle Berry. Our paths crossed a while back at a fundraiser, and I had the privilege to witness a beautiful woman who exudes calm inner strength as well as graciousness under pressure. I sometimes find myself in situations that...
Maybe it was your first pair of shiny black tap shoes, or the rich intoxicating smell of your baseball mitt. In my case, a bright dark blue two wheeler bike gave my stomach the flip flops in delight. Finally I had the freedom to go beyond my very own driveway! I...
Some say February is a month of transitions and purification. Perhaps. For sure it gave us reason to bundle up. Howling winds Cool crisp breezes Dark starry nights Bundled up tight. Walking briskly Breathing deeply Shivers of delight In my warm winter coat Having...
Have there been times in your life when you wanted to Be bold? Make a statement? Get noticed? “Live Out Loud” reminds me of the times in my life when I decided to express myself in more individual and unique ways. Being naturally shy, I...