Week 49

"Joy is the oxygen for doing hard things."
~ Kay Bowler, No Cure for Being Human

Back to our regularly scheduled programming, for a minute. The week started off normal and then COVID happened. All is well it's just messing up schedules. So, I've been taking more walks lately and capturing the end of autumn around here. It's definitely helping with my sanity this time of year.

Waiting for brother to get out of school.

This adorable tiny human slays me. 

Strollering up and down the street. 

This was his idea and was then scared we were about to crash the whole time. 

We didn't.

I love these flowers that bloom out of these Echeveria's

 

Out walking and shooting leaves before the storm.

Maple tree branches 

The sun came out after the rain and gave me pretty drops on leaves.

Playing with stamp brushes and the clipping mask in Procreate.

I actually gasped when I came across this one.

I am still deciding which one I like more. 

Week 43

"To practice any art, no matter how well or badly, 

is a way to make your soul grow. 

So do it."

~ Kurt Vonnegut

I was so surprised and giddy by all the goodies I received with the watercolor set that

I ordered from Josie Lewis Art. EVERYTHING Rainbow!!

Couldn't wait to try out these beauties.

My experiment failed, but the colors are pretty Note; kosher salt does not work for this project. 

Also, I had too much water on my brush. 

She is electrifying!

Hey there, cutie!

Purple ball-type Dahlia.

A Trader Joe's bouquet in the morning light.

First costume of the night - Sulky Spiderman. 

Second costume for the block party - Fiesty Dilophosaurus.

Mamma Snake plant and her third offspring.

Week 29

It was a busy week hanging out with these babies for three days versus my usual two. They keep me moving and wear me out. Worth it!

I take my eyes off them for one second and they're sneaking out back with a yogurt to share.

Hanging out on the front porch.

We're pretend camping.

Bailee waiting for some popsicle drops.

She calls them "copicals".

Messy and yummy.

Afternoon tea with my girl.

Saturday night dinner.

Grilled burgers with caramelized onions, swiss cheese, tomato, lettuce, mustard, and tots.

Week 28

As I add these photos, I think I may need to rename this project the "Logan and Paisley Show." They're just so adorable I can't stop myself. I brought out my big-girl camera this week and I'm happy I did. 

Morning yogurt facial, of course.

My heart!

Still waking up here.

A moment of cooperation and sweetness. 

He's on top of the world!

Early morning light and shadow fun.

I got them out of the house for a walk. 

One loves to explore and doesn't want to leave the house.

This is one of the many cute houses in their neighborhood.

She's living her best life.

Three generations. 

The older ones talk about work ALL. THE. TIME.

Analog art for calming the nerves.

Sharpie and Crayola markers.

Week 25

I have far too many thoughts and feelings about the SCOTUS decision on Friday.  Cowards. 

For now, I will practice self-care and relishing moments of joy being with my loved ones

- gathering the strength to fight for our rights.

I coaxed them outside to enjoy the sun before the heat of the day. 

They weren't impressed.

Discovering pockets on her dress.

She stole his glasses right off his face.

More of our unusual weather. Monsoonal clouds make great sunsets.

We could have used some rain too.

Trying out the sun catchers in the front window.

This one is my favorite, so far.

A Friday morning hanging out with these loves.

This one was fun. Digital watercolor painting in Procreate.

He is a bright light in our lives.

Soothing, watercolor coloring in Procreate.

Yes, I'm Pro-Choice. 

I am sad and furious at SCOTUS and afraid for my 

daughters, granddaughters, and all childbearing humans.