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writing — because i can
July 2020 will ring in my memory for a while. Not because of COVID-19, protests, elections, or wildfires. On July 7, a video chat announced that I'd lost my job. For the third time in four years, unemployed. My inner liberty bell rang — time to quit trying. The job-loss showed me how deeply Autism* … Continue reading writing — because i can
destructive self-preservation
What's happened around the bird feeder in my back yard shows a good example of how some people are not so different from squirrels. But maybe I should only speak for myself. A couple little fellas were hell-bent on getting to the birdseed. If the squirrels had just waited for the birds to do their … Continue reading destructive self-preservation
portfolios!
Please check out the main menu drop-down for links to my gallery portfolios. There you'll find a range of projects spanning several decades, from digital to charcoal, crystal jewelry to silk scarves.
last week’s project
A couple months ago, I started knitting again. It'd been about twenty years since I had a project going. Then it was a vest for Lucas, that never got finished. Lately I've been knitting mostly for others, and this scarf/headband set is for my dear friend (who is, by the way, an amazing therapist) Maureen … Continue reading last week’s project
brain fog panic
It was one of those days... and this is what it's like. I’m sitting at my desk, staring at the screen, trying to remember what I need to do next. I’ve got 5 CAD files open, trying to integrate Interior Design with Architecture. It’s a project that’s been going on for 2 years, with starts … Continue reading brain fog panic
watercolor – for vala
Just sharing a little watercolor sketch I posted on Spirit Train Chronicles a few days ago... It began as a simple idea - to loosen up my painting muscles, and say a little thank you to a friend who's been helping me lately. (The STC post explains the process more.) By the time I cleaned … Continue reading watercolor – for vala
extrasensory overload
This is the view from my office window this week. Why anyone thinks it's a good idea to plaster a 30-floor tall medieval-knight-type guy with a sword and Bud-Light robes onto an office building 3 blocks from the action is beyond me. I didn't know anyone played football with a sword... sure doesn't sound like … Continue reading extrasensory overload
oh my achin’ carbs!
Behold the bane of my existence. They're gluten-free, but remain the villain: Carbs. The battleground: My Kitchen. I've spent the past two years trying to figure out why my body hurts so much. I'm going to start sharing things that I've found to help a bit. Mainly recipes. We'll see how I do for photos. The … Continue reading oh my achin’ carbs!