Have you ever looked at your calendar, at the week ahead, and thought how jam-packed it’s going to be? If your schedule is dictated by others and filled with less-than-desirable tasks, looking ahead can be daunting and a…
Nachos – How Do I Love Thee…
I am, of late, obsessed with nachos. You know nachos, right? They’re the things we order in bars? Drunk food? Tortilla chips, cheese, maybe some other good stuff? I don’t order nachos out, not much anyway. Instead,…
Get Out of Your Mind
The other night I was painting at the studio and chatting with my buddy, Nicole. One of the topics covered was the importance of liking our nearest and dearest. And we weren’t merely talking about our romantic partners,…
Not So Loud
I’ve been having some computer issues, but I don’t want my laptop to hear me talking about it. If it does, I’m afraid it will act up even more. I realize it’s crazy to think like that,…
Tears in My Beer
Here in America, we have this little election thing going on. Monday night found us witnessing something called a presidential debate. As someone with a teensy-eensy bit of organized, scored debate experience, I use the word “debate” loosely,…
I Made a Pretty
The southerner in me is adapting. Out of necessity, mind you, but it still counts. Here in drought-ravaged L.A., the greenery I love simply cannot survive. So I’m turning to natives, succulents and cacti. What you see…
Because It’s Sunday…
Because it’s Sunday, and because you’ve been fabulous all week, I’m giving you a chuckle… You’re welcome.
Jumping The Gun
We have a week to go in this month, and yet I’m already seeing Halloween decorations on houses. I get it. A lot of folks reeeaaaaaally get into Halloween. And for them, this is as big as…
In Process
This little painting is something I turn to when I need a break from other works. Or when I finish something and haven’t yet decided what to start next. I’ve been dabbling with it for months on end.…