Category: illustration
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“Jump into some Fun”
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“April showers bring May flowers.” “Jump into some Fun” Do you recall in “Mary Poppins” how they “jumped into” a painting? I remember being enchanted by such an idea, though it was a movie. Yet the idea of a painting that takes us somewhere is somewhat real. When we look at a painting we can…
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Works in progress: “Tree” and “wild cat:Ocelot”
I finished “Tree” scratch board image. I then got started on “wild cat: Ocelot”. Here’s my progress
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Love at first site…of a horse
“April showers bring May Flowers”, Happy Spring “Love at first site…of a horse” My love for horses one might say was “Love at first site”.My first encounter with horses was when my parents took me to a local stable for pony rides. I was probably about 5 yrs. old.One look was all it took.I was…
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Jiggle bells and a history of Sleigh bells
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Happy Holidays “Jingle bells, jingles bells, jingle all the way….” is among my youngest girl’s (Amanda) favorite songs lately. She loves to sing and that’s one song she loves. I can’t help but feel some heart felt feelings since I love horses and have had the wonderful experience of going on a hayride around the…
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Turning a new Leaf
“Turning a new Leaf” Ah yes, September is here. September is a month of endings and new beginnings. The Summer is over. The girls had a great time this summer learning to swim and enjoying the warm days of summer. But as the seasons change so does our routine. Schools are opening once again for…
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Happy Trails: horseback riding on vacation
“Happy Trails: horseback riding on vacation” One great way to explore nature and a surrounding area is by horseback.There are many places that offer horseback riding for vacationers. Horseback riding is an ideal way of getting closer to nature and seeing the natural floral/fauna of a country or region. Some of my own wonderful experiences…
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Gifts Shared
Happy Mothers Day “Gifts Shared” Mother’s Day is Sunday. I’m reminded how time passes and our roles change as our lives move.I’m not just a person, but am a daughter, a sister, a niece, a cousin, a woman, a wife, an aunt and a Mom. The memories in time never completely fade and new experiences…
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A mixed bag of Blessings
Happy Spring It’s great to see so many signs of spring, even if here in the northeast it doesn’t always feel like it. We had a few crocuses (first flowers of spring) appear early on. Then recently I’ve noticed many green leaves of daffodils coming forth. In February I chose some sunflower seeds and started…
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15 Leadership Quotes for Presidents Day
As a business owner, I’ve met challenges and rewards that have enriched my life. I have learned about leadership. That it takes courage to step out of our comfort zones. That one must have compassion for others and what they do. And have learned some other wonderful lessons on the way. This month Presidents day…
