Time To Myself

 I may have too much time alone with my thoughts. That may be why I love books. They provide time away with other people.

Another way I escape is through art. This is a journal page with flowers. Soon I hope to have some real blooms outside in the backyard. I pulled weeds one day and actually enjoyed it. I like my rock borders to be clear of weeds. When I do it, I think of my mother who insisted that her garden rocks be moved here. So glad she did! Her collected rocks do add just the right look to my flowerbeds.

Being home so much I am inclined to move things around in the house. Since I haven't found a frame yet for the sheep scene I decided to hang it with a clip.

The plates and artwork were changed out on this wall space.

I am blessed to have a home with meaningful possessions. I think about others who have experienced floods, tornadoes, or fires. 

I am also blessed to have family and friends. I think about others who are dealing with loss or sickness.

I'm going to leave you with two quotes.

"Living with things that have meaning- because of where we found them or who gave them to us - lends soul to our decor." - Samantha S. Thorpe

"If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's, we'd grab ours back." 

Thanks for dropping by.

Mood Swings

I kept trying to hold onto positive thoughts today. Sure missed the sunshine.

Also the news of another mass shooting...terrible. This shouldn't be happening in America.

Feeling COVID is far from over. Cabin fever set in today.  

I did complete an art journal page. The idea came from another artist's work on Pinterest. I especially liked the colors she used. Wish I could be original and have my own style.

  Well, time to end this day and turn off thoughts for a good night's sleep.

Walking in Sunshine

Some days are simply glorious. Yesterday was one of those. 

 A good-to-be-alive kind of day

Now to feel that way every day. To push bad thoughts away and appreciate all blessings here on Earth.

Springtime

 Today was a lovely mild day to mark the start of spring. I inspected my flowerbeds but put off working on them. Instead my spring celebration started on a canvas.

And spring cleaning was also put off. Instead I tried changing some parts of the decor around here. If you have followed along with me through the years you know how difficult it is to do the mantel due to hideous vents. Here's my latest version.

Saturday is a good day to be lazy.

I certainly was!

My Place of Escape

 It's only a few steps away from the main house, but it takes me to a place of peace, a creative environment, my own getaway.

 To my most recent angel I added a light dusting of fine white glitter to the upper part of the wings. You would have to see it in person to notice the glitter. 

I have filled three art notebooks and am working on a fourth. Once in a while I am pleased with a page.

And I have this notebook to keep memories of art pieces and the persons who liked them.

The idea for this picture came from another artist. I painted over my first attempt. My husband couldn't believe I had done that since he had really liked it. So I painted the girl again and decided to leave it.

March Moments

 

Capturing this photo

Marveling newest granddaughter

Browsing booths

Securing photo inside Goodwill frame

Escaping into this book

Waiting in line for second COVID vaccine

And Baby Makes Three

On March 5, 2021, Lauren and Justin welcomed Tallulah Grace into the world.

 I'm leaning toward a nickname already - Tally. We shall see which affectionate name sticks. Mother and baby are at the hospital for a few more days. Feeling very thankful.