Month: June 2021

Lush greens and deep shadows are blessings of summer. The red barn is opposite green on the color wheel, making each livelier.

This week our daughter Kate’s third book is being published, Reclaiming Rest: The Promise of Sabbath, Solitude and Stillness in a Restless World. In a recent review, Publishers Weekly called the book “elegant,” and Rev. Michael Curry, the presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church, wrote, “If ever a book could be described as timely, this is it!” As summer begins, how are you reclaiming rest? Here’s a link to learn more about the book.

Perhaps, like me, you have loved ones who are suffering from anxiety and depression exacerbated by the pandemic. Let’s be gentle with each other, for there are many wounds that are not visible.

I love it when people commission me to paint their animal companions. My most recent pet portrait is of Koby, beloved and recently departed. It was given to Sara for her college graduation a few weeks ago. The photo her mom gave me shows such a loving connection.

If you ever would like a pet portrait, you can find the details here.