small town, big ideas, average life.
About three months ago, I wrote this. In it I explained that I am where I am because I made the best choice I could. I stopped asking, "Is this the path I'm supposed to take?" I chose based on what I know for a fact. I act with intention even though I can't possibly … Continue reading uncertainty vs. opportunity
When I mention that I paint, people are eager to say "Oh, are you an artist?" In that moment, I think of artists like my professor from college. I think of peers who practice more regularly than I do. I think of Picasso, Caravaggio, Michelangelo, DaVinci. The only response that seems honest is: "I dabble." … Continue reading portfolio update
A low budget DIY flip of the living area in my house. In April, I was still waking up to an empty living area every day. I had painted before I moved into my house because I knew covering the paneling would be a big step toward making the space feel more like mine. After … Continue reading before/after: living room
The infinite list every home owner dreads - or really appreciates because you're a weirdo like me. I was reading this post and found a list of things I was working on in my house. I was pleasantly surprised to see that they are mostly done. I have some amendments to add to this list … Continue reading house projects list 01
About this time last year, I was in a musical. I needed to paint around 15-20 pieces for an art gallery, and I had to have surgery on my knee. I started this post then. At that time it was titled, "What I Do When I'm Stressed." I never finished it. The past few days … Continue reading i had a dream about middle school
