Inspiration

How to inspire inner creativity by doodling

If you don't break the rules - how do you inspire your inner creativity? When we're young we're taught to color inside the lines. Create what you know to be true.  Don't mix colors or you'll just get black.  The clouds should be white on a blue sky.  And the sun should be yellow. But… Continue reading How to inspire inner creativity by doodling

Emptying the nest · Inspiration

The sunrise of my 400th post!

As I was about to write my post yesterday, I noticed I was adding #399.  Holy sh*t...almost a milestone!  I'm impressed with my dedication to my hobby.  So yeah, today, that means you are about to read my 400th post. Lucky you! And what does that mean to me? I get a prize (not an… Continue reading The sunrise of my 400th post!

Adventures · Inspiration

How to be friends with your muse

You know it is in you, hiding, waiting to be heard.  Your muse knows you better than you know yourself, yet, you keep it in the background - Hiding... How come we humans (yes all of us) do that? Are we scared of the long-lost friend lurking inside of us?   Are we keeping it… Continue reading How to be friends with your muse

Adventures · Inspiration · Welcome

31-Day Photography Challenge #31SRW – Day 1

As a learning-as-I-go photographer, I've been practicing a lot of years.  If you're like me, you've been practicing, too.  You're feeling more confident with your tools of the trade. When you pick up your camera it feels comfortable, like a well-fitting glove. But there are moments where the subjects you're taking pictures of all seem… Continue reading 31-Day Photography Challenge #31SRW – Day 1

Adventures

A butterfly helps the weekend warrior

Remember back to childhood when you watched intently as your parents were doing projects?  Did you wait for them to notice your interest in helping?  Or did you just jump in and get in the way?  If you were asked to help, I bet you did it in your own little way...just like me. Smart… Continue reading A butterfly helps the weekend warrior

Cheers · Inspiration

The day I found weird inspiration at the vineyard

The weirdest thing has happened to me since I cleaned my office.  It happened when I finally found the top of my desk.  After sorting, scanning, shredding, and finding a spot for everything...my desk is clean and clear of clutter, except for this colorful post-it note holder, my glasses, and my cup of coffee. Ever… Continue reading The day I found weird inspiration at the vineyard