I passionately despised baths as a little kid. It was the worst thing ever. I went as many days as I could without one and considered each day a great personal victory. Inevitably, it would fall on my brother Michael to get me into the bathtub. He would start the day off by saying, “Today … Read more
Tulips are my favorite flower. I especially like them dark, enigmatic, orphic. Though often gorgeous in delicate tones, as I painted this particular arrangement, it materialized in these amazing colors that speak to the bold side of the spirit of the tulip.
It happens all the time. Every time they have a medical visit, I send my residents to the doctor with a list of current medications. The physician is to look at the list, reconcile it with their list, sign it, and return it to me with a note on any changes. I then update my list … Read more
“Without oxen a stable stays clean, but you need a strong ox for a large harvest.” Pr 14:4 If you have kids, you’ll have noise, sleepless nights, messes, and trouble. Either accept that or don’t have kids. You’ll also have laughter, delight, and a full heart. If you want a spouse, you’ll have growth-pains, … Read more
I painted this for my friend. Happy birthday Jan! May your lavender-farm dreams glow brighter every day. What a pleasure to bestow, a piece whose rainbow colors glow, and show the lavender you’ll grow. And though the process seems so slow, and you mow through sun and snow, Your dream will come with joy in … Read more
I am a fake. It stuns me to see that in writing, but it’s true. I have a major in Facade Management, specializing in External Appearances, among other certifications. I mastered at a very young age. I had an overbearing father and an alcoholic mother. They fought constantly, coming at each other with fangs glimmering … Read more