Carolina in the Pines
Why Carolina in the Pines and not Carolina on my Mind? Read on! This time of year when the leaves are down, I just love the way Pine trees pop into view. It makes me think of one of my favorite songs in college (gasp – before I ever even knew I would end up […]
Three Ways to Grow
The way I see it these days, there are three ways to grow, dear reader. And, I will share those ways with you here today. But before I get too far down the road, here’s a hellooo and welcome to new readers. Also, I’ll offer a quick refresher to all of you about the purpose […]
Keep it in Your Pantry
I’ll never forget the first time I heard the song entitled “Keep it in Your Pantry.” It’s the title of a song by Lyle Lovett. The lyrics crack me up. And, who doesn’t need to have a few laughs these days? But before I continue, let’s welcome new readers to this blog and explain it’s […]
10 Things to Boost Your Mood
So what does 10 things to boost your mood have to do with painting and this blog? Lots! And, I promise to share. But first, I want to welcome newcomers here (welcome!) and describe what this blog is all about. OK? Small Spaces Special Places Each year, I select a theme for my weekly paintings. […]
Shifting
There seem to be major changes in the air which is why I decided to name this week’s painting and post “Shifting.” Have you noticed it, too? And, I’m not just talking about the political climate although that certainly is (finally) shifting, too. Thank Goddess! Before I continue, please let me share the focus and […]
Hope
You may be wondering why I would name a painting of a bluebird house “Hope?” Well I am so glad you asked! Before I explain, I want to welcome newcomers here (“Welcome!) and share the purpose of this blog and post. Small Spaces Special Places Each year, I choose a theme to follow for my […]
Edge of America
Welcome to the Edge of America, gentle readers! Have you felt as if we have been hanging on to the edge of a cliff for these past few weeks…months…years? Well, I have too. But before I continue, please let me welcome new readers and share the purpose of this blog and post. Small Spaces Special […]
Someday
So I had to name this week’s painting “Someday” because…well…there are so many reasons! I will share the reasons and more in today’s post. But first, let’s say adios to 2020 (wahoo, right?) and helloooo to 2021. Bye Bye Favorite Things So in 2020, I decided to paint and write a blog post about a […]
Joy and Wonder
How can I name this week’s post Joy and Wonder when we’re heading out of 2020 in flames? Well, I had several other ideas for this week’s headline including “Follow your Heart” and “We’re all Misfits” but I ended up choosing Joy and Wonder for all kinds of reasons. But, before I share that I’ll […]
Sweet and Simple
Has 2020 taught you to keep things sweet and simple? Me too! And, just in case you are not quite sure what that means, stick around, dear reader. But before I share my thoughts on the opposite of savory and complicated, I will welcome new readers (welcome!) to this blog and post by sharing the […]