Cloud Castles

I have to admit that I have been a bit delinquent here.

Autumn has called me out of the house,

encouraging me to build some cloud castles.

And I must also admit that I have so enjoyed it.

Blue skies,

red gold leaves,

cool breezes.

I am a happy victim,

being led along lovely trails.

But,

You know life happens.

There is laundry to be done,

meals to be prepared,

even friends to be met

and connections,

all those connections.

I feel like an escapee

whenever I can get out to the lake

and spend a few hours with my best and oldest friends,

Lady Nature,

Sister Moon,

and Oh,

those cloud castles.

I am painting, teaching,learning,

always learning.

I love art because there is always a bit more to learn,

to explore!

This lady sits on my easel right now.

She is new for me,

inspired by my trip to Scotland,

by Margaret MacDonald Mackintosh.

I love her serene face,

a very feminine Buddha expression.

She is almost done and I will share my process this time.

Somehow, when my poor head wasn't in the clouds,

it was earthy enough to remember to take a few photos as she progressed.

That is for another day.

I am off to buy some paint,

some Brussels sprouts to roast for dinner,

and a bit of trim on my shaggy head.

I promise to return soon!