I love to paint. I lose myself and forget time when I when I do. I think of myself as “artsy” but my painting amounts to fits and starts. When I’m inspired… I paint! My kitchen becomes messy, and I take over a room with canvases completely covering every surface. Oh the Joy! Then it ends. … Continue reading art of living
This morning I woke up to scattered Christmas decorations — in progress. In most artistic endeavors, before the pretty stage, there is an ugly, messy, undone stage. As I looked around I felt sheepish and uncomfortable about the untold hours we’ve given to decking our halls and yard. Rob and I share a propensity to go overboard in … Continue reading What do Griswold, Chocolates, Snow and Jesus Have in Common?
We love Christmas. Advent reminds us of the wonder of childhood. And it’s an amazing and wonder-filled story, isn’t it!? After riding a donkey all day, Joseph and his wife Mary, a virgin, arrive in Bethlehem with her in labor — to deliver our King in a stable! We were in a restaurant having dinner, … Continue reading Do You want a “Stable” Life?