Plying the Pearl River by Andy Evansen [image via]How fabulous is this watercolor? So many little things make it really stand out as a knock out piece. The water is wonderful and that little splash from the oar… brilliant! It’s fabulous how the little pops of bright color highlight just the perfect amount. Andy has some amazing work, check out his website if you get a chance!
This painting, Plying the River Pearl, was accepted into the 2014 American Watercolor Society show in New York! Congratulations Andy!
Andy began painting watercolors in the mid 1990’s, is largely self-taught, and has studied with such well-known watercolorists as Skip Lawrence, Eric Weigardt, and Alvaro Castagnet. He served as President of the Minnesota Watercolor Society from 2004-2006 and teaches workshops around the United States.
His paintings have appeared on the cover of American Artist’s Watercolor magazine and in International Artist, Watercolor Artist, Plein Air and American Art Collector magazines. His award-winning paintings are in collections on 4 continents. He was awarded the Bronze Medal of Honor at the 2012 AmericanWatercolor Society Exhibition and was jut elected a signature member of the prestigious Plein-Air Painters of America.
I simply cannot wait to try this! There was a great article from NPR about some everyday tasks that you might not be doing right… This is incredible! You know how when you hard boil an egg, some shells slip right off and others you can only get little tiny piece by little tiny piece, sometimes not leaving much of the egg… Well you’ve got to watch this video! Tim Ferriss shows how easy it is to remove the shells, they BLOW RIGHT OFF THE EGG. Watch and you’ll see!
A few words from Matt Thompson (NPR):
I prepared my breakfast of hard-boiled eggs a bit differently this morning. I added a teaspoon of baking soda to the boiling water. When the eggs were done, I cooled each one in ice water, then cracked both ends of the shell, held it in my fist and blew. Each time, the shell shook a bit and whistled, then out popped the egg, shell-less and delicious.
Get. Outta. Here!
Update: I was researching more about Tim Ferriss (the guy that did the video) and he has a blog that this was featured on. His blog is an amazing resource, check it out if you get a chance!
I know I’ve featured James Richards a few times already, but his work never ceases to amaze me. Oh how I adore Lost in the Marsh! It’s an impressive 36×48″ oil painting that has the perfect amount of looseness, and I just think it’s incredible! James has the uncanny ability to be able to paint an everyday scene with a twist, and I love that!
James Richards is one of the most sought after landscape instructors around, his workshops fill up quickly and there is good reason for that. He’s as nice as he is talented. Truly. If you get a chance to check out his work in person, I highly suggest it. Locally, in Charleston, SC you can see his work at Galerie on Broad*. He’s got some amazing pieces… come see for yourself!
*Galerie on Broad is no longer in business, but you can see his work at the Meyer Vogl Gallery in Charleston, SC!
This painting stops people in their tracks. It’s mesmerizing. No, cows aren’t normally purple, but they sure are pretty darn cool when they are! Very striking indeed!
James Richards: Nationally-known landscape painter and instructor is driven by a passionate connection with nature and a deep sense of obligation to relay his vision in the most truthful manner possible. This ethic, manifested in his work, is giving Richards’ painting their own place in the world of today’s art.
James has spent years studying the nuances of painting with world famous instructors, which has given him a keen sense of understanding and control over the medium. James is an advocate of painting from life and spends his time traveling the world teaching workshops and searching for inspiration.
He has won multiple national awards and is regarded as one of the top landscape painting instructors in the country. James Richards paintings are collected by discriminating collectors both nationally and abroad.
This photo was taken on that walk that I’ve mentioned in previous posts… Fred, Charlie (woof) and I were zipping along at a brisk pace while I was trying desperately to sneak in some photos… I love this early morning light, there’s nothing like it!
The Battery is one photogenic place in Charleston, SC. There are the gorgeous old homes, White Point Gardens (park) and more beautiful homes. Right now the city is working on repairing portions of the battery… There is a slight detour, nothing major. It’s definitely a fabulous place to walk (and take photos, hee…) I simply cannot walk downtown without a camera of some sort… Here’s the info you need to know (from charleston-sc.gov):
Seawall Repair 2013
The first phase of the Battery repair & reconstruction project involves the reconstruction of “The Turn” – the portion of the High Battery that connects the stone High Battery along East Battery with the Low Battery along Murray Boulevard. This portion of the Battery was identified in the Seawall Evaluation and Study, prepared by Cummings & McCrady,Inc., as a priority due to substantial deterioration of the underlying wooden deck and pile system. More specifically, the work will include:
Lane closures and traffic control to establish a safe work zone
Installation of a temporary cofferdam and dewatering systems to allow work during all tidal cycles
Removal and disposal of the existing concrete seawall
Removal of the timber platform
Testing and removal of selected timber piles
Installation of new composite (concrete and steel) piles
Construction of a new reinforced concrete foundation and seawall structure
Removal of all temporary cofferdams and traffic control
The estimated time for construction is nine months. The Engineer’s estimate of probable cost for the project was $3,500,000. Three bids were received from seven potential bidders that were prequalified due to the complexity of this project. The bids ranged from $2,665,000 to $3,939,000. After careful review of the bids, staff is recommending award of the contract to the apparent low bidder, Crowder Construction Company, in the amount of $2,665,000.
We will commence construction on “The Turn”, which should be completed nine months from the construction start date. Design services for the next phase of the High Battery restoration are underway. This phase includes the renovation of the stone High Battery from “The Turn” to its northern terminus. The renovations will consist of resetting and repointing the existing stones to provide a more level walking surface and more aesthetic appearance. It is anticipated that the bidding and work on this phase will begin after “The Turn” is completed. Once the High Battery is completed, work will begin on the Low Battery portion.
Gardens and Gates – image: Sandra Baggette’s Garden Studio Gallery FB
Sandra Baggette… wonderful artist, dear friend and nicest person in the world. We have been fans of Sandra for many years now, matter of fact, we bought our first “original” from Sandra back in 1991…! Sandra and her husband Jack are fabulous people, and are so much fun to visit. If you’re ever in the Port Royal, SC area, give her studio a call and see if she’s in. It’s a treat!!
Sandra’s opening is this evening! So if you’re in the area this is something you’ll definitely want to put on your list!! The show runs from January 3 – March 31, 2014. The opening reception is tonight from 5-7PM. To see a preview of the work check out sandrabaggette.com and gloriadalvini.com!
Opening for Gardens and Gates at the University of South Carolina Beaufort Center for the Arts – January 10, 2014. It was a great time painting in my garden after the tour. Check out my paintings at www.sandrabaggette.com and www.gloriadalvini.com. Our thanks to Jerry Stocks for setting this up.
Read a blip about Sandra from her website… such a cool lady!
A “painterly colorist” working in oils, Sandra blends what she sees and feels to share a lifelong enthusiasm for color and flowers Her passion for nature and vibrant colors is clearly demonstrated in her first book,
Sandra Baggette: Painting What I Love , a collection of recent works published in 2011.
In 1988, Sandra established the Garden Studio Gallery in Port Royal, SC to pursue her passions for painting and gardening. This peaceful environment, rich with colorful patterns created by flowers and sunshine, is a constant source of inspiration for her paintings.
Studies throughout the United States and abroad have played an important role in Sandra’s artistic development. Her travels in Italy and France, where she enjoyed the privilege of painting in Monet’s gardens and studied a variety of Impressionist masters, and the stirring sights of Hong Kong, Bermuda, Hawaii, and other locales have helped her grow as an artist and fueled her desire to move in new directions. Sandra continues to paint primarily in oils and to learn from nationally recognized instructors at the Scottsdale Artist School in Arizona and workshops throughout the United States. In 2010, she had the rare opportunity to take an oil painting class with acclaimed artist and instructor, Charles Reid. S. Burkett Kaiser, Ovanes Beberian, and Gay Faulkenberry, all students of Sergei Bongart, a Russian Impressionist whom Sandra admires, have also been some of her favorite instructors.
Recent participation in the Clemson University Master Gardeners and Lowcountry Institute at Spring Island programs has deepened Sandra’s knowledge and appreciation of nature and gardening in ways that will enhance her work. Membership in the Lowcountry Plein Air Society affords her excellent opportunities to paint and learn with fellow artists in picturesque outdoor locations. She has also benefitted from participating in the Plein Air Painters of America Paint Outs in Bennington, VT and Old Lyme, CT.
An award-winning artist, Sandra has exhibited in over 100 juried shows in the United States.Juan Logan awarded a Merit award to Sandra’s Seasonal Inspirations Series at Piccolo Spoleto Arts Festival 2011. .Zinnias and Melonswas accepted into the Hilton Head Art League 2009 National Juried Show, judged by Craig Srebnik. Among the Flowers won First Place in the Lowcountry Plein Air Society Competition judged by Jack Morris. Roses and Sweetgrass Baskets and The Arrangement were chosen for the 2009 South Carolina State Fair Fine Art Exhibit. In 2008, her oil paintings received two awards from Tom Lynch at the 48th Annual Beaufort Art Association’s Spring Exhibit and an Award of Merit from Jonathan Green at the Piccolo Spoleto Arts Festival. Affiliations Lowcountry Plein Air Society; Oil Painters of America Associate; American Impressionist Society; Women Painters of the Southeast; Beaufort Art Association and South Carolina Watermedia Society
Galleries Garden Studio Gallery Port Royal, SC Indigo Gallery Beaufort, SC Peacock Alley Chapel Hill, NC
I just previewed Sandra’s book and it is FABULOUS! Check it out if you get a chance!
The last house plan I featured was an overwhelming hit (the Holiday House/Port Royal Coastal Cottage) – I am looking at plans like crazy, but I keep going back to Allison Ramsey! THE RIVER HOUSE – This is a fabulous one bedroom house that has got the neatest features. I would pair this house with one of the Allison Ramsey outbuildings… part garage and part guest suite. These outbuildings are a post all in themselves, but I just thought I would mention it… Imagine this sweet plan on situated on a river. You have a wonderful porch, useful living space that is as gorgeous as it is functional, then you have the master bedroom/bath upstairs.
Allison Ramsey Architects – River House
One magical element… the BUNK… when you look at the link with the photos you’ll see how utterly cool this is. What a magical place to hang out and read… whoa!
The River House – Upstairs AllisonRamseyArchitecht.com
I would have a built in headboard that doesn’t go above the windows, maybe with a drawer or two underneath for storage. I would love to have the washing machine/dryer where the bathtub is (upstairs) and maybe fit a small bathroom with shower downstairs (maybe where the laundry is), just in case one day you aren’t able to go up the stairs, you can still take a shower! I love having a master down, but this plan could make me change my mind!
Hey… does this house look familiar? Yep, it’s the River House on the cover of Garden and Gun magazine (image via Garden and Gun Facebook page) – and let me tell you, this is one classy magazine… click here to subscribe!
Image via Garden and Gun Facebook
Are you currently building a house? Have you run across some wonderful house plans (that actually include the plans)? Let me know about it!
Sunlit Pines, Sierras by Joseph McGurl [via]Does this painting look familiar? When I was cruising through Joseph’s plein air paintings this one caught my eye… when I clicked to make the image larger, I KNEW I had seen this before… on the cover of Plein Air magazine last year! Not only was it on the cover but it won an award… The way the sun hits the tree and the shadows that go with that are just breathtaking. When I look at this, I feel that I have burned one heck of a lot of calories to have hiked out to this perfect location unspoiled by everyday living. The peace, beauty and quiet exuded from this painting is amazing!
The 2012/2013 ARC Salon Plein Air Magazine Award featuring Joseph McGurl was published in their November issue. The six page article is a full artist profile and McGurl was also given the honor of being featured on the cover.
About his work McGurl said “I’m interested in human reality, and how to express in my paintings our relationship to what we experience. That is, I want to understand how people relate to the natural world, how we perceive reality, whether we have a spiritual response to nature, and how the physics and topography of the natural world influence them. To me, the way to express all that in a painting is by selecting the materials and techniques that will bring my pictures as close as possible to that human reality. That objective makes it essential that I paint directly from the landscape and study the physical aspects of light, geography, and topography. Other artists might have different goals and ways of conveying their understanding of reality, and there is no right or wrong about one’s approach, only a measurement of how well an artist expresses his or her ideas.”
The Plein Air Magazine Award is being given out again in the 2013/2014 ARC Salon which we are accepting entries for now. To read the full prospectus, click here.
In addition, John Pence Gallery, located at 750 Post Street in San Francisco near Union Square, will open an exhibition of recent oil paintings, field studies and sketches by Joseph McGurl tonight. This will be his first show in seven years on the West Coast. This large and robust show will remain on view to the public through January 18, 2014.
Sooo, if you are in the San Fran area, I would high tail it over to the John Pence Gallery and check out the exhibition!
Joseph McGurl has been referred to as one of the acknowledged leaders in the current American landscape school. M. Stephen Dougherty, Editor, American Artist considers him “one of the most gifted of contemporary artists.” This has been confirmed by his exhibitions in several important museum shows, a successful relationship with some of the country’s leading galleries, and inclusion in numerous magazine articles and books.
Joseph McGurl was born in Massachusetts in 1958. He grew up working with his father, James McGurl, who was a muralist and his most influential teacher. Through him, he was exposed to a wide variety of materials and learned an appreciation of the craft of painting. Another early influence was Ralph Rosenthal, a teacher at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. He subsequently graduated from Massachusetts College of Art with a dual major in painting and education. He also studied in England and Italy. After college, he worked for a period of time as a yacht captain, sailing throughout the east coast from Maine to the Caribbean. After a few years he realized that in order to improve, he must devote himself solely to painting. In search of a more solid training in drawing, he sought out Robert Cormier, a devotee of the French Academy methods and he studied figure drawing under him.
Mr. McGurl’s paintings have been included in several museum exhibitions in Massachusetts, New York, California, and Rhode Island as well as being exhibited in several group museum exhibitions which travelled throughout the country. He had retrospective solo shows at the Cape Cod Museum of Art, The Cahoon Museum of American Art, and the Saint Botolph Club of Boston. Representing Representation, a survey of the most significant realist work being done today, included his work in the exhibition at the Arnot Art Museum. McGurl has been designated a Living Master by the Art Renewal Center in New York. He has been elected to the Guild of Boston Artists and is a Copley Master with the Copley Society of Boston, a fellow with the American Society of Marine Artists, and a signature member of the prestigious Plein Air Painters of America. His awards include the Guild of Boston Artists Gold Medallion and the John Singleton Copley Award for Artistic Achievement.
Joseph’s paintings are often seen in relationship to the great 19th century luminist painters but with a thoroughly modern approach to style and subject. For him, the process, rather than the product is the most important part of a painting. For this reason, his large studio paintings are developed from sketches painted on location. Rather than relying on photography, this method gives him the freedom to create paintings based on his imagination, memory, and his sketches. Although the objects depicted in the paintings are elements of the landscape and have a deep personal meaning to him, an equally important subject is an exploration of light, form, space, and color interpreted through paint.
During the summer months he cruises the coast of New England with his wife and children aboard their classic Alden designed ketch, “Atelier,” which he uses as a floating studio; many of his sketches are executed from her decks.
After living for several years in Rhode Island, Joseph, his wife Patricia, and sons Max and Sean moved to Cape Cod in 1994. Their home and studio is a restored 19th century carriage house on the shore of Amrita Island.
I am not a “the sky is falling, the sky is falling” type of person, so I’m not trying to scare anyone with this post, just educate so you know what to do…
The traditional light bulbs that we grew up with are now a thing of the past. They stopped manufacturing the 100 watt bulbs last year. This year the 40 and 60 watt bulbs are no longer made. I like the nice warm, yellowish light that they give off. It’s warm and cozy and makes me happy. I know that Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs (CFL) bulbs are supposed to last 8 years and save you tons of money, but… I have also read about the dangers of CFL bulbs. All I can say is that I want my old incandescent bulbs back! But the Bush administration signed a law back in 2007 to replace our old traditional (incandescent) bulbs with the squirrely new CFL bulbs. Sigh. While being more efficient sounds great, do you know the dangers of the new bulbs? Or what to do if one breaks? If a CFL breaks, you don’t just pick up the pieces like the old bulbs, AND you don’t just throw it in the regular trash!
Note: This is the only warning on the package…
D A N G E R S
Apparently, some health problems can be made worse by CFL light. These conditions include Migraines, Lupus and Epilepsy. If there is a defect in the bulb (which when a study was conducted and they went store to store there was a defect at every single store) then UV light can leak through causing cancer.
Now, before you read further… I also read about a guy who found a loophole around this CFL requirement, and will still make incandescent bulbs (albeit with a twist) – you can bet I’m going to be checking out the Newcandescent bulbs! (I am not being paid by Newcandescent in any way, shape or form, they have no idea who I am…). Hey, if something doesn’t happen to change this (and I doubt it will), I think I may be back to the old days with candles!
Read about what to do if a CFL bulb is broken… it’s important– (information from www2.epa.gov)
Air out the room for 5-10 minutes by opening a window or door to the outdoor environment.
Shut off the central forced air heating/air-conditioning system, if you have one.
Collect materials needed to clean up broken bulb:
stiff paper or cardboard;
sticky tape;
damp paper towels or disposable wet wipes (for hard surfaces); and
a glass jar with a metal lid or a sealable plastic bag.
During Cleanup
DO NOT VACUUM. Vacuuming is not recommended unless broken glass remains after all other cleanup steps have been taken. Vacuuming could spread mercury-containing powder or mercury vapor.
Be thorough in collecting broken glass and visible powder. Scoop up glass fragments and powder using stiff paper or cardboard. Use sticky tape, such as duct tape, to pick up any remaining small glass fragments and powder. Place the used tape in the glass jar or plastic bag. See the detailed cleanup instructions for more information, and for differences in cleaning up hard surfaces versus carpeting or rugs.
Place cleanup materials in a sealable container.
After Cleanup
Promptly place all bulb debris and cleanup materials, including vacuum cleaner bags, outdoors in a trash container or protected area until materials can be disposed of. Avoid leaving any bulb fragments or cleanup materials indoors.
Next, check with your local government about disposal requirements in your area, because some localities require fluorescent bulbs (broken or unbroken) be taken to a local recycling center. If there is no such requirement in your area, you can dispose of the materials with your household trash.
If practical, continue to air out the room where the bulb was broken and leave the heating/air conditioning system shut off for several hours.
If you have further questions, please call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
Click HERE to find the nearest place you can recycle your CFL bulb (Home Depot, Lowes in most areas…), just enter CFL in the “what” box, and type in your zip code. It will give you a list of places.
Rhythm by Bill Farnsworth – Image: BillFarnsworth.com
What a great painting this is by Bill Farnsworth! I love how he has you looking down on the subject. Everything about this painting is wonderful. Bill has this image on his website with a blip under it that reads:
“Moments in life pass us by all the time and if we can capture the great ones honestly in paint and canvas then maybe it will make our lives better.”
– Bill Farnsworth
I believe it! Having a great moment captured on canvas is something that you can look at and have fond memories of. How great is that?
Bowens Island by Bill Farnsworth – Image: EdwardDare.com
Bill was in Charleston this past year painting with PAPSE (Plein Air Painters of the Southeast), a group of plein air artists who gather in Charleston (among other locations throughout the year) and paint plein air (“in the fresh air”). This was a painting of his from Bowens Island. For those of you who haven’t been to Bowens Island Restaurant… FABULOUS!!! Type in the word Bowens in the search on my blog and you will read all kinds of good things! Hey, I think it’s time to go back soon! This painting is available at Edward Dare Gallery on Broad Street in Charleston, SC.
As a 1980 graduate of The Ringling School of Art and Design, Bill Farnsworth has spent the last thirty years creating paintings for magazines, advertisements, children’s books, and fine art commissions of portraits and landscapes.
Born in Norwalk Connecticut in 1958, Bill spent most of his life in New Milford Connecticut painting landscapes of the rural area, while supporting himself and family with his growing illustration career.
A Signature member of The Oil Painters of America,The American Society of Marine Artists and The National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society, Farnsworth’s paintings have appeared in many national shows and private collections throughout the United States.
A nationally known illustrator, Bill has illustrated more than fifty books for Children, and many have won awards as well as starred reviews in Publishers Weekly.
A prolific Gallery painter, Bill has seamlessly moved into the Fine Art field where he has garnered awards of excellence from the Oil Painters of America 2006, 2007, 2011 Eastern Regional shows and the 2007 National show.
He won first place in the Fifth Biennial National Show in Punta Gorda, and won two awards for Narrative Excellence from The National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society.
Bill won Best in Show in the 2010 Cashiers paint out.
In 2010 Bill was awarded Signature Status from The American Society of Marine Artists. In 2011 he was awarded Signature Status from The Oil Painters of America.“My goal with my work is to paint what I love and convey that honestly so the viewer can feel that as well”.
Bill currently lives with his wife Debbie in Venice, Florida.
Fred, Charlie (woof) and I took a walk the Sunday after Christmas… we headed downtown and the weather was perfect! I tried to sneak in a few shots… not easy at a brisk pace, but I managed a few ;) The sun was out and the day was gorgeous! I don’t think one car went by us. It was heavenly. See, I can post these beautiful photos while friends and family in the colder regions are probably cussing me because they’re stuck in a deep freeze… but they get their fun with me come summer! So I have to get my beautiful weather photos in while I can! Hee.
We are fortunate to have a beautiful campus at College of Charleston right here in Charleston. If you’re ever in the area and have never been around the campus it might just be worth a drive (or preferably a walk)… it’s gorgeous with the stately old oak’s shading the property. Absolutely beautiful!
Sneak a visit in, I’m sure you’ll be glad you did! Enjoy your weekend!
John Michael Carter. His portraits are so realistic yet warm and fabulous. Listening to people react to his work has been amazing. I only have heard positive comments. People who aren’t “in to” portraits are amazed by them. I thought one man described it quite well. He said John’s work is quite like John Singer Sargent, he said he could easily hang a Sargent piece in his home, because the portraits become people who almost tell a story rather than just being “someone you don’t know” hanging on your wall. I thought that was a great way to describe it. Fred and I don’t collect any portraits, but I could easily see that change with John’s work. The eyes… they draw you in. The hands… amazing and life like. Stunning in every way. There are a few portraits at Galerie on Broad that are breath-takers. Seriously! Reminder: Tonight is the art walk in Charleston, SC – hope to see you there!
Fishing Boat by John Michael Carter
John is not limited to portraits. The scope of his work reaches far. Fishing Boat is a great example… this is a painting of Martha’s Vineyard, and it’s a great one! He captures that wonderful New England charm so well.
John Michael Carter was born in Chicago, Illinois and began his first studies in drawing at the age sixteen with his father, a commerical artist. He attended the American Academy of Art in Chicago, University of Louisville, and Los Angeles Art Center College of Design. There he studied the classical schools of painting and received a B.F.A.
In his paintings, Cater recreates memories of family and friends, landscapes and street scenes from his travels, and images of people he admires. “I choose subjects that are part of my everyday experience.” The artist captures his immediate feelings about a subject and paints “from the heart.” Carter has traveled throughout the United States, and considers Italy, southern France and Spain among his favorite places. He prefers to paint on location, but works from sketches in the studio when limited by time or weather. Carter works with oil paint because it allows him to “create most of the characteristics of other mediums.” He considers himself a “painter of the moment,” using the technique of alla prima.
Carter has taught drawing and painting through the University of Kentucky, and has been a frequent guest instructor at art workshops across the country. He has had over 38 one-man shows and participated in numerous group exhibitions.
If you get a chance, stop in the gallery and check out his work!
Located along Historic Broad Street, Gallery Row opens its doors for “First Fridays on Broad” and a variety of other events hosted by the 15 galleries, restaurants, shops, and boutiques on the Row.
Port Royal Coastal Cottage – SL1414 (All Images: Houseplans.SouthernLiving.com)
This is the Port Royal Coastal Cottage, a house plan from Southern Living. This is an exclusive design for Southern Living by Allison Ramsey Architects. They have the most amazing house plans I have ever seen, and this is no exception! They have a unique ability to make a new home look like something that could fit in an older well established neighborhood. Remember the detail that made homes in the “old days” so special? Well, Allison Ramsey Architects keeps that wonderful detail.
“I wish”… I’ve used this image before in a tribute to a friend… I love this photo. I took it on Monhegan, Maine as the boat was pulling out. If the flowers come back towards the wharf that means that you’ll be back. It’s such a cool tradition.
My wishes for you…
…you have all the happiness your heart can hold, and pass that happiness on to others…
…that you all have your health. Without your health it doesn’t matter WHAT you’ve got, things are just things… health is everything… and if you’re fortunate enough to have good health maybe help someone out who isn’t in the best of health. Whether you bring them soup, the newspaper, cut their lawn or help pay their bills. Anything you can do is better than nothing.
…peace… I wish that for all the conflict in this country (and beyond) there is peace and that conflict subsides…
Happy New Year friends! I am so blessed to have met so many truly wonderful people through this blog. Who would have thought??!! I look forward to sharing more with you in 2014.
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