State of the Bird: After All That

For the past three weeks (yes, including Thanksgiving) I’ve dealt with strep, head and chest colds, and croup in my children. I think things are starting (finally!) to calm down, and I’m going to start finding extra working time. At last. -_- As soon as I...

Quick Status

I just got “One Fish, Two Fish” and “Betta” back from the city art show — “One Fish, Two Fish” received the People’s Choice cash award! I’m thrilled! Especially since this is the first fine art show I’ve...

Come See the Show!

I have two pieces in the Murray City Juried Arts and Crafts Show: Betta, and One Fish, Two Fish. And it looks like Betta placed 2nd under Professional Mixed Media, and One Fish, Two Fish placed 3rd under Professional Oils/Acrylics. 🙂 So, locals, if you get a chance...

A Story About Hats

There is a lady at my church who sometimes wears the most delightful hats — not the cheap-o ones you buy at Target, but beautiful, felted hats with pins and feathers and the works. They really are stylish, and she looks stylish in them. And I had to say so,...

State of the Bird: Frazzled Edition

The grim reality of our new schedule is becoming clear — plus two HUGE car repairs and enrolling Hubby in school. I have GOT to figure out how to manage income-generating activities, stat. All while managing my kids’ homework-in-progress, too. No-Go on...

State of the Bird, Back-To-School Edition

Two weeks of school supplies, first days, and Back-To-School nights with teachers…! I think we have the schedule almost down, now. I hope! New Schedule, Week Two My husband’s new job as accompanist at a performing arts high school is an every-other-day...