Is It Friday?

Losing track of days is part of this whole pandemic experience. A week passes by and I wonder what have I done. Thank goodness for books, art, and television. One day I did escape to two thrift locations for browsing. But wearing a mask does take some of the joy out of shopping. Therefore, I stay home a lot. Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest are safer places to browse as virus infections increase. I really enjoy the IGTV videos by Rachel Ashwell.

 Painting flowers makes me happy.

Love bubble wrap.

Angel paintings are comforting, especially this thought that was in a song title -

Jesus  the sunshine of my soul.

Rubber stamping is something I haven't done in a long while.

Had a good time creating these tags this afternoon.

Strange Times and Random Notes

Our church reopened, and it was different due to taped off sections on the pews, masks worn by those in attendance, and no handshakes or hugs. But the hymns, Bible readings, and sermon message were good for the soul.


Spending quiet times t0 paint 

Art Journal Page

Thin Art Panel

Appreciating collected pieces that I've had for years

Butter pats and baskets were probably my first collections.

Appreciating nature

The bird seed I put out gets eaten sometimes by hungry squirrels. Recently I added some fake animals to the rolling cart - snail, rabbit, and squirrel.

Enjoying simple home decor

 This concrete planter holds a lot of loose photos.

 This little art piece was bought in a shop in Texas. 

Have a safe and peaceful week.

Three Is a Good Number

This afternoon I spent some time in the art corner. While there I realized I have three sons to thank for the furnishings in this space. Lester left the glass desk unit when he moved away; Ryan the adjustable light ; Jason the office chair.

This quick painting got three little flowers.

Someone joined me while I was painting.

These colorful flower paintings are relaxing to do.
The swirls of color are fun to create.
This one is on a thin panel and not quite finished.

Day by Day

Recently I was at Lucy Flea Market with a friend and saw two paintings. She encouraged me to buy and paint over them. On that day I was hesitant. But on another day I went back for them. I wish I had taken pictures of those paintings, but before I lost my nerve I used gesso to cover the fruits and vases. 

One reason I wanted these was for the vintage canvas of one and the Fredrix archival canvas and sturdy frame of the other. Now what to paint? I came across a picture I had saved on Pinterest and used it for inspiration.

If I can't live in an old two-story country home, I can paint one.

Wilted roses are still very pretty.

These are left over from Mother's Day.

Hope this week will be a good one without turmoil.

Prayers are needed for understanding, renewal, and peace.

A Visit With Me

I thought I'd share some corners here at home that bring me pleasure. I'm sure there are spots in your house that offer you comfort and joy.

I bought a lamp for fifteen dollars in order to replace a shade for this lamp.

A much prettier shade got broken at Christmastime. 

If I didn't have pictures of their childhood days, I would think I had dreamed it all. Oh my, it went so fast!

I have been switching around paintings.

Greens and golds are still favorite colors.

These boxes are now empty. A while back I made myself go through them and discard a lot of letters. I wish I had a tall armoire and could place them on top.

Still looking for the best place for this lovely green pitcher

Of course, I've been puttering around in the art corner. I love this black and white picture of the young girls painting. It was a page from a calendar.

Thanks for visiting.