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  • Time and Attention

    This year’s theme is Time and Attention, gentle reader! What does that mean? I will be sure to explain shortly. But first, a warm welcome to you. Whether you are a long time reader or new, I will share the purpose of this post and blog. Then share work in progress. First Things First Since…

  • If Morandi Ate Sweet Potatoes

    Wondering what would happen if Morandi ate sweet potatoes? Me too, gentle reader! How did you know? Before you share, I want to welcome you and new readers today. And, if you’re a new reader, here’s a link with a description of the purpose of this blog. Let’s get to today’s painting and it’s inspiration….

  • Favorite Ingredients Painting

    Ooh la la I’m excited to share this Favorite Ingredients Painting this week! Why? Let me count the ways. But first, I want to welcome and thank returning and new readers. Welcome! If you’re new, here’s a link with a description of the purpose of this post and blog. Inspiration Here’s the inspiration for this…

  • Carry On Love is Coming

    Sing along with me: Carry On Love is Coming Love is Coming to Us All. Holy Smokes, gentle reader what has come over me? Well, before I share all of that, I want to welcome new readers. Welcome! And I like to share the purpose of this blog here. First Things First Before I share…

  • In Search of OM

    Are you in search of OM gentle reader? Well, I don’t know much but I do know that the gourds in this painting are in search of OM. But before I explain that, I want to welcome new readers here. Welcome! And, if you’re interested in an explanation of the purpose of this post and…

  • Fall Colors Are Here

    You guessed it, fall colors are here, gentle reader! Are you as excited as I am about this time of year? I hope so. And, if you’re not, perhaps you will feel more excited after reading this post? Maybe? Stay tuned to read more. But first, I welcome new readers here today. And, if you…

  • Abundance is in the Air

    What makes me suggest that abundance is in the air? Ah! So many things including this week’s painting of the same name. But, before I explain, please let me welcome new readers here. Welcome! And, here’s a link describing the purpose of this post and blog. Why Abundance Because it’s pumpkin season! Pumpkins symbolize abundance….