Amazing day!

John and I are spending our holidays in the Orlando area with his parents and we are having a wonderful time. It is so wonderful to be out of the cold Minnesota winter and back in the sunshine! In fact, John and I went swimming outside this afternoon!!!!
Two days ago, we went to the Disney Animal Adventure Park and had a great time. I did not expect a lot photo-wise, but when we arrived to the Gorilla exhibit, we had a great surprise. Not only were the big silverback males out, but they posed for me for over an hour. Just when I thought I had got enough, they would move and do more amazing things. I have never painted a gorilla before, but now I think I will!
We also saw their amazing tigers. I always get excited by new things, and getting the chance to see all this was a great experience.

A Sad Day...

My heart is saddened to report that our dear friend and mentor, Paco Young passed away from Leukemia yesterday, December 1st. His wife was at his side when he lost his fight. He was an inspiration through his art and through his struggle with this disease. If you have a chance, visit his website, www.pacofriendsforlife.com to read his guestbook and see more pictures of his art and his family. The above picture is from his website. Our hearts and prayers go with his family during this difficult time.

Winter hits Minnesota

I know that my Southern California friends have a hard time believing me, but I really do love our Minnesota winters. I couldn't wait until our first snow and it came last week. My birds are very insistant that I keep our feeders full at all times, and I do my best to accommodate them. Our Thanksgiving was quiet and we had a beautiful snowfall for the entire morning. Then this morning, the temperature spiked and we have rain...go figure.

Clint Black!!!!

My wonderful hubby surprised me with two tickets to Clint Black the weekend after I got home from the Easton Waterfowl Festival. He was at the Grand Casino, and yes, we did gamble some too!

Wonderful concert!

It has been a while since I have posted anything and I feel like I have been lazy. But the truth is, it has just been a little crazy. I just finished the Easton show in Maryland and am home for a while. Yeah!!!! It feels so good to know that I have some time to catch up on commissions and re-aquaint myself with my animals. I will be posting new paintings and musings on a more regular basis now, so I hope that you will keep coming back.