back to the keyboard

I've neglected the blog far too much lately. It's amazing how quickly time can slip right by. I am an Art Teacher, and on summer break; spending lots of time at home and around town with my 4 1/2-year-old. I have been soaking up each minute with him before he begins Kindergarten, and before the daily routine begins again, with the long commute.

I have been able to work on some of my paintings, mostly older works that were put on hold. I have some photographs of a VW repair shop in Arizona, just outside of Jerome. I took many shots while waiting for the final tune-ups on my engine rebuild. I've been able to paint a few of the shots, and more of them will be printed and signed to place up for sale. I think the light at the time the shots were taken was a little mysterious. It doesn't capture how biting-cold it was that afternoon, and how dry the air is. I'm struggling to find a way to visually express that. Living back home in California now makes it a difficult memory to capture.

The sculptures are continuing, and I have my grandfather to thank for supplying me with his strips in addition to my own! At a recent visit with my doctor, I found myself asking to set goals and deadlines for management of my blood sugars or weight. I seem to operate better with deadlines. Then again, I intended to post each Wednesday to the blog. Maybe I should get back into the routine a little early? Before school begins again, perhaps an early start to the day?

There's so many different ways I want spend my time: family, health, professional career, art, my new dog Hazel, and of course, connecting with friends! I will have to stick to the support of a routine if I am to spend my time wisely.