inspiration
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What lights you up?
Ever see colorful blooms breezing in the sun? The sun feels warm, but the breeze- now that’s a rhythm you want to dance to. Why is my initial reaction worry? Why do I hold back? Why do I worry about… Continue reading
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What Makes Your Heart Feel Good?
We are all on this journey called life. There are tough moments. Yes, there have been tears, and flat-out, I don’t know what to do. Then I listen to my body and realize that I need to breathe. There are… Continue reading
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Thank You, Blooms: The Poem
From time to time my thoughts wander, and little poems are written. Oh, how you bloom in the sun. In the garden breeze we dance, we run. I run with Amanda Gorman’s Poetry and grin Think of the fish who… Continue reading
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Blue Roses
I did not know what I was doing as I painted these flowers. I know what happens when I move the brush a certain way. If I don’t like the petals I’ve painted, I can flatten the colors with my… Continue reading
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Finger Painting Flowers
If you want an easy way to paint flowers, finger painting is a great idea! You can make a mess. What better way to ignite your curiosity and creativity than the feel of paint on your fingers. It reminds me… Continue reading
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Painting with Children is Amazing!
This morning I found this lovely post. It was bright and joyful. This mural with all its flowers motivated me to recall the projects I’ve worked on with my students. Children have no preconceived notions of being an artist. They… Continue reading