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Experiment in Poetry #1
It has been awhile since I've written a "poem." I've done some lyrics for my band, Psychedelic Revival (check out Willow and Snakeskin and Whiskey) and done some writing here and there for a novel that's been on the back burner for a bit, but I haven't really done...
Watercolors and a cold – the perfect combination!
After my fantastic night yesterday dancing to the music of Lucky Seven - both on the dance floor and in my chair so as to share my impressive dance moves with my very grateful boyfriend (I mean I assume he was grateful) - I spent all day today sniffling and dumping...
Bye Bye 2016!
As I get ready to go to my folks' for our annual "clam night" wherein I shall feast upon, you guessed it - clams! - and stay up all night watching Twilight Zone, I look back over 2016 and think about the year ahead. There was a lot to be thankful for in 2016, as there...
The Humble Granny Square
I have always abhorred waste. This, logically, leads gobs of bits floating around me, reminiscent of Saturn's rings only with crafting materials rather than comet leftovers. Thus, out of necessity and the pursuit of sanity, I am forever seeking ways to simplify my...
Well, so much for every week….
Ok, I know I said I'd try to do a post per week, but what was I thinking?! It's summertime. That means garden work, pool parties and picnics, gobs of concerts (some that I am even performing in) so yeah....busybusybusy But anyways while I'm toiling away for a top...
PAMA Pomegranate Liquor
Pomegranate is one of my favorite fruits. My friend introduced me to it last year and though it can be a little laborious to enjoy the tart pips, it's well worth it. Unfortunately these buggers are only in season for a few months. In the off season they can run...
Let’s Make Homemade Brown Sugar!
In my quest to find ever new and exciting ways to mask chicken for my picky beef craving boyfriend I came across a recipe for slow cooker sweet and spicy chicken that I couldn't wait to try. As I was gathering my ingredients, I found, to my dismay, that I was...
Hypertufa and Jewelry!
This past weekend was a productive one creatively. First, my mother and I had a chance to dive into my bead stash. She made two bracelets from vintage red beads I had while I made a few pairs of earrings and a necklace. The main issue I run into whenever I decide...
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