Month: August 2020
Back From No Electricity or Internet for a Week
It was a long, hot week of plenty of adjustments ending in gratitude for friends, protection, and basic services.
The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie (Book Review)
Looking for something lighthearted while not stupid? You might enjoy this one.
Cinnamon Poached Pears (Recipe)
These are easy and simple to do, and a complete revelation in how good they are. A great use for too hard pears!
It’s Not About the Church Building (New Conceptualist Pastel)
This intense painting expresses how I feel church should be.
Notes from a Young Black Chef (Book Review)
Get behind the scenes in the life of one black kid from the Bronx who made good.
The Artistic Process Encounters our Inner Being (Quote by Peter London)
Artist are not just making things. They are coming to understand the rewarding inner patterns of being.
Spirituality and Art (Book Review with Photos and Notes)
This is a beautiful, well illustrated, and thoughtful book on a topic of articular interest to me.
Our Homegrown Produce Begins for 2020
We harvested all this beautiful produce from our small yard already.
Being Present in Your Own Life Extends It (Quote by John Tarrant)
Cherish every bit of life, the butterflies and thunderstorms, the raspberries and corn on the cob– good is ever-present.
Rules of Civility (Book Review)
This atmospheric, jazz age book is an homage to New York City in the 1930’s, and is written by the author of A Gentleman in Moscow.
Vegan Pistachio Pesto (Recipe)
I encourage you to make this easy recipe while fresh basil is in season!