Two Lists from Reading the Bible Lesson on Man
When reading the Bible lesson this morning Whit Larson was inspired to write down a list of:
1) What God does for man, and
2) What I do.
Polly Castor
Austin’s Blanton Museum and Ellsworth Kelly Form into Spirit Show
Enjoy my photos below of the Blanton Museum, the Ellsworth Kelly show, the architecture, and modern art. Visit this place when you can.
Savor Belonging to Yourself (Quote with March 2018 Snow Photos)
This quote captures what I love about winter and snow days, as do the photos.
Prisoners of Geography (Book Review)
This is an interesting look at how geography has shaped history, and how it will continue to shape it in the future as well.
New Cowboy Boots in Austin
While we were in Austin, Texas, we went into Allen’s boots, just to look, gawk, take some photos and enjoy the amazing smell. Well, it turns out that’s dangerous, folks.
Houston’s Menil Museum (& Rothko Chapel) Photos
I really liked the Menil Museum in Houston. This one family’s very impressive collection; the daughter to the Schlumberger fortune (who made their money in the oil business), collected 17,000 pieces of early to mid 20th century artwork and artifacts.
Connecticut Pastel Society Member’s Show 2018
The Connecticut Pastel Society is a wonderful group of very talented people. Here are my photos of our member’s show that opened over the weekend.
Rebecca and Landan’s Wedding
In the ton of photos below you can see the trajectory of the wedding and its aftermath. These are terrific people. They are full of love, and enjoy being together.
Rebecca and Landan’s Rehearsal Dinner
Here are the photos from Rebecca and Landan’s rehearsal dinner, as well as hanging around in the hotel lobby afterwards, and at breakfast the morning before the wedding.
The Amazing Mosaics at Smither Park
Here are many photos of the incredible mosaics at Smither Park in Houston. Check out this fabulous display of color and form and fun!
Houston Museum of Fine Arts
Here are my photos from our visit to the Houston Museum of Fine Arts. These were my favorites, and some include close-up photos of the brushwork.
Bits and Clips for February 2018
I hope you find something among these links and memes that is useful, interesting, enlightening, or motivating!
Peace is Holy, Sweet Stillness
“What type of atmosphere of thought do I wish to have for myself and for the world?…
Crispy Herbed Potatoes (Recipe)
These are a special treat around here. I make them with whatever potatoes I have on hand. The first set shown in the photos was done by slicing larger potatoes.
They Should Lash Us to Our Pews (Quote by Anne Dillard)
Does anyone have the foggiest idea of what sort of power we so blithely invoke? Or, as I suspect, does no one believe a word of it?
Little Fires Everywhere (Book Review)
This book is a good exploration on the topic of motherhood, as well as a compelling story. I give it five stars.
Close-up Details of Van Gogh’s Painting “The Rocks”
I love to study Van Gogh’s brush strokes. This painting of his I don’t think I have ever seen until yesterday, and I enjoyed examining it closely.