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BLEEDING HEART FLOWER

Posted on April 14, 2017 by

Not ALL of my inspiration comes from formal gardens. A while ago, a construction customer of mine compiled a list of improvements she wanted completed on her home. Refinish the interior stairs. Paint the entire exterior of the home.  A … Continue reading →

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I KNOW! I KNOW!

Posted on April 11, 2017 by

What has it been?  Three months since an entry?  I know I “promised” to try to do better, but I can’t help it if “things” which distract me, keep coming up!   Bear with me! I HAVE managed quite a few … Continue reading →

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Another Project

Posted on June 15, 2016 by

“Eagle Scout” is the highest rank in Scouting.  To earn this designation, a Boy Scout must demonstrate excellence in leadership, service and outdoor skills and must have earned a minimum of 21 merit badges.  In addition, candidates for Eagle Scout … Continue reading →

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Gregs Bridge

Posted on January 28, 2016 by

Much has transpired since my last entry.  I DO intend to catch up… My followers and friends know the metaphors I use between my bridge-art and life… Perhaps not “outstanding” to many of you, this recent piece is one of … Continue reading →

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Artistic Home Accessories

Posted on April 15, 2014 by

Coat racks are making a comeback.  And wouldn’t you know it, we have a few!   I don’t know who invented the coat rack, but historically, it has been a very handy option.  Especially around houses like mine!  With limited … Continue reading →

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“Somebody Back East Is Sayin’ “Why don’t he write?”

Posted on March 21, 2014 by

The title of this post is taken from my favorite line in the movie, “Dances With Wolves”.  Kevin Kostner (playing Lieutenant Dunbar) and Robert Pastorelli (who played Timmons, the mule skinner), come across skeleton during their journey to Fort Sedgwick.  The Skinner says … Continue reading →

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Why I Ask You To “Like & Share”

Posted on March 16, 2014 by

I was feeling nostalgic (as I often do!) this morning, and have been looking back at this adventure…  This “road” I’ve been traveling in the world of art.  My first “official” sale…  When I became serious about things and accepted … Continue reading →

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My Art And Why Print On Demand

Posted on March 2, 2014 by

The internet is filled with hundreds of companies that offer to help artists sell prints of their work.  I have chosen two.  Fine Art America and Zazzle. I’ve learned that POD companies have a very strange attitude when it comes … Continue reading →

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Another Storm

Posted on February 28, 2014 by

I guess it’s appropriate to go back to one of my award winning pieces, given the weather we’ve been having!  Around here, we’re supped to have up to seven inches of snow in the next few days.  I don’t recall … Continue reading →

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Dragoon Arizona Formations

Posted on February 25, 2014 by

The nuns at St. Pauls, where I began  my grade school education, constantly complained of my penmanship.  Often, my “p’s” were backwards. Or my “q’s” looked like “g’s.  My 2nd grade teacher, Sister Mary Regina used to thump me in … Continue reading →

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Holiday Football Reminder

Posted on December 14, 2013 by

I really SHOULDN’T be sitting here, as I have one more rocking horse to complete in the very near future…  Well, I’d LIKE to have it done before Christmas!  BUT, with the holidays fast approaching, I thought I should send … Continue reading →

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Holiday Reminders

Posted on November 12, 2013 by

“The Holidays” will soon be upon us, and I felt reminders were in order.  Anymore, I am constantly asking myself, “What day of the week is Thanksgiving?” (and I am forever reminded when I ask, that it takes place on … Continue reading →

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American Mojo Partnership

Posted on November 2, 2013 by

New products offered on Zazzle traditionally meant new opportunities for me to customize a product without the other hassles and to publicize my art work instantly. It’s my understanding that the  Zazzle platform has expanded beyond the customers and universe … Continue reading →

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Passing It Along….

Posted on July 3, 2013 by

While I am toiling with the direction this blog site is headed towards, I wanted to share with all of my brothers and sisters that follow this blog, a recent letter from John Mollison..  If you aren’t on his mailing … Continue reading →

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Arizona, Rocks, My Step-Dad and Fathers Day

Posted on June 15, 2013 by

I can never just sit and watch television.  I watched most of the Daytona 500 while out in the garage, building bird feeders.  The Indy 500?  I worked on the web site while that was going on. During the Kentucky Derby, … Continue reading →

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