Life Lessons


"Figuring out our gifts in life is part of our journey to becoming enlightened human beings.” – Allison DuBois

Showing posts with label Joan Baez. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Joan Baez. Show all posts

Monday, March 28, 2016

Spring is in the Air

Song -  The Green Green Grass of Home by Joan Baez




Five days ago mama Mourning Dove was sitting on the nest with out any evidence of  babies.



Then this morning, guess who showed up? She was in the nest alone because I think mama was out getting something to eat. I'm going to name her 'lil Debbie Dove.




The Spring garden is full of life.  

The Dogwoods are in full bloom in the shade garden.





The lettuce that Tyler planted last fall is yielding some beautiful plants just ready for eating.




Freesia is bloom in both the front yard and back yard.




The Wisteria is full of blooms and happy bees!





Roses are just starting to burst into bloom.




Hosta's are emerging from their winter sleep.




Dogwoods up close.




 Soloman's Seal fills in the base of the shade garden



Camelia's are just finishing up their blooms.  This plant was left from the original owners of our house and it produces non-stop!  I call them Nancy's blooms.  Maybe 'lil Debby Dove will fly over to Nancy's blooms one day soon?




 Our lovely apple tree is filled with these soft pink blooms.  One of my favorites!




 And of course our lawn is filled, filled, filled with Dandelions.  They remind me of childhood and blowing a wish. 


 Bearded Iris - fist blooms!



 I forget what this ground cover is called but don't these flowers look like they are having a conversation?  And maybe one is sticking his tongue out at the other?




 Even the Japanese Maples are happy that it is Spring!





And here is my little buddy Mika who was walking around the garden with me but then got tangled up in the lemon trees.


"If life gives you lemons, don't settle for simply making lemonade - make a glorious scene at a lemonade stand." -- Elizabeth Gilbert

Thursday, January 3, 2013

A Moment of Zen



Song - Painting Pictures - Adele


A morning of painting is usually like meditation for me. Especially if I can get into that "zone".

This morning I went to my favorite painting class and that was just what this girl needed.

Our teacher, Marcy Wheeler creates a wonderful supportive, fun environment that also encourages us to step outside our comfort zone.

Some are more willing than others.

Joanne Taeuffer (detail)



(I tend to be a little "pokey" in that department.)

Today, I brought in my Sergio Romo painting and although I thought it was close to being finished, there were several suggestions made that really improved the painting.  As soon as I add all of the raindrops, I will post it for you.

Everyone in the class is at a different level and each has their own personal style but each of us respects that style and each other.

At the end of class we all participate in a critique of our current work.

Patricia Dallacroce


I have been painting with Marcy for 6 1/2 years now.  She still amazes me with her insight into art, design and life!


Thank you to the Thursday morning painting group and especially Marcy!




If you live in the Bay Area and are interested in painting please check out Marcy's website at
http://marcywheeler.com/

Joanne Taeuffer -  http://joannetaeuffer.com/

Patricia Dallacroce - http://www.dallacroce.com/#home

And many other fine artists in the group!



“As long as one keeps searching, the answers come.” 
– Joan Baez



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