My morning workout...

Hello!

As I sit here typing, I can see the outside view from the big arched window in our dining room.

On a typical day, I am out for my morning walk and jog...

Taking in all of the beauty that surrounds me here on the prairie.

Today is different.

It is a cooler morning.

The wind is harsh.

The sky is darkening.

I tell myself to just go!

Put on those running shoes and toughen up.

But then, I take another sip of my coffee. It's oh, so hot and filled with goodness.

I have unfinished business to tend to with my art journal and new watercolor pencils.

But my thighs are getting flabby.

Should I?

Should I dig out my fuzzy thermal underwear and go out?

Afterall, it's not snowing...

Or raining as it was yesterday when I skipped my exercise routine.

My mind is bouncing all over the place this morning. (One would consider that in itself a good workout)!

Yesterday I had a genuine excuse.

I had a morning hair appointment.

Do you like my stripes?

*giggle*

I needed some change.

Later in the day, I had a date with my hubby.

Nothing fancy.

In fact, it's just an A&W/ Long John Silvers. Fast food...

But so retro.

More photo opportunities!

Oh dear.

The sky is nearly black now.

I need another cup of coffee...

or a brisk walk.

Enjoy your day!

XO

 

*Pumpkin Love*

Orange, yellow, purple, gold, red, and brown.

Are you seeing them too?

I'm finding these lovely, rich colors of Fall here and there...

on a morning walk, I have stumbled upon resting leaves beneath the trees.

Every market has pumpkins now, in all shapes and sizes!

Because our pumpkin patch failed us...

I purchased some pumpkins for our home. I am particularly fond of these white pumpkins.

Of course, I bought an orange one too...

and I really love painting them, as you may already know about me.

Most evenings are spent in the living room with hubby. He watches television while I play with my watercolors. I must confess, I have quite a collection of watercolors since they are my fave. I have itty bitty field sets, medium size sets, tubes, half pans, watercolor pencils, hydrus watercolors, and even that very expensive 48 color palette in a metal box.

I love them all equally, for different uses.

I want more watercolors, can you believe? Not to be a greedy or snobby artist... But because I truly get so very excited to try them all! (and I still use each and every set)!

For Halloween art, I really like the iridescent watercolors and Twinkling H20's.

Do you have a favorite medium or hobby that you just never can get enough of?

During the day I am still plugging away with commissions.

 

An Irish Blessing in honor of a man who turns 80 years old in October. His grown children asked me to do the painting, which will be donated to their church. Isn't that so nice?

The man was also a wheat farmer.

I absolutely enjoy hearing the stories that go with each commission. These are real people with real events...

and I always feel so honored myself, to be a part of.

God is good!

By night...

I'm right back here, in the living room...

 

Yes, I got the Halloween decorations out...

Even the lights!

*pumpkin love*

Xo

 

Happy June!

Hello, friends!

And hello, June!

I sit here on this beautiful night...

Listening to the rain outside.

Burning indoor candles with tropical scents.

Going through photos on my iPad and just thought I'd share!

On our way home from our family visit last weekend, these retro gas pumps caught my eye!

As did this old church.

Our prairie yard is always a fun place to romp...

With a camera in hand!

Some guests dropped in to greet me!

And then they had to dash!

Did I tell you that I'm growing pumpkins?

Oh yes!!!!

Even white pumpkins and blue pumpkins!

Our flowers are blooming beautifully.

It's patio season all over again.

 

Beautiful skies.

Playful fur babies.

This is our life right now.

I hope that yours is beautiful.

Hello, June!

Until next time...

Savor each day!

Xo

 

Kansas weather...

As I type this blog post...

I can't believe that it's blowing snow outside and we are burning wood in our furnace for heat...

when just Saturday, hubby and I were here-

in Missouri. Wearing tank tops and splashing in streams!

Oh, how we savored the sunshine and the small blooms around us.

Even when we returned back home, the weather was quite pleasant. Oh, how tricky Kansas weather can be!

I dressed appropriately for work. Sweats. And off to my studio with the piping hot java in hand.

I finished this commission piece at last!

I will be shipping the canvas to it's new home tomorrow!

How are you?

What's your weather like?

We are so ready to start our garden but Mother Nature is not cooperating!

Wishing you a fabulous, "Spring" day!

 

Family & A Fresh Studio!

Hello, lovely ones!

How are you?

It's been a while, I know.

January was a very busy month filled with sadness and yet, happiness...

Goodbyes and hellos.

Family bonding through it all.

My family arrived on Friday and stayed here, in our home through Sunday. My heart full. I loved waking up on those mornings, to the sound of chatter. Family members visiting over cups of coffee, in our kitchen.

We crammed in as much as we possibly could...

and then pray for safe returns...

and another opportunity to be together again soon.

I so enjoy hanging out with my family! I'm also blessed to have a husband who feels just as I do. It was so nice to hear him laugh out loud again.

Prior to our guests arriving...

I went on a cleaning binge in the art studio!

Would you like a peek?

It sure made Monday morning extra delightful! A clean work table. Aaaaaaahhhh!

I got much painting in, and even completed one!

I am donating this canvas to Genesis Christian Academy for their annual fundraiser.

Now, on to the custom work that awaits me!

Blessings to you all!

Stay warm!