The Spirit of Authentic Living

Almost a year ago I sat down to begin writing this yearlong series about authentic livi…

Creating a Natural Christmas Wreath

It's the first of December and my decorations consist of this wonderful natural doo…

Watercolor Pinecone Impressions

There are times when I take long breaks from watercolors and other times when I am pain…

A Tribute to Authentic Living

At the beginning of 2024 I started writing the Authentic Living series. I mentioned towar…

Make a Fall Wreath from Nature

We are making a Fall wreath from nature using unique dried materials gathered from our …

Fun with Watercolor Pumpkins

For me watercolor painting is about getting in tune with the present season and simply …

Authentic Living with Self Control

It is interesting to me that the last word in the fruit of the spirit is self-control. …

Fall Watercolor Notecards

Last month I mentioned that I was painting fall notecards.   The  inventory was growing w…

Authentic Living in Gentleness

Gentleness is a reflection of kindness but the word itself is an action and involves cu…

Watercolor Greeting Cards and Summer

August is always hot in Texas and every summer I mention going somewhere cooler to get …

Growing Watermelon in Raised Beds

Years ago, we grew a field of watermelons n our family farm.   It was quite the experie…

Authentic Living in Faithfulness

Are you a list maker?   I am because it keeps me from forgetting things. So, the other …

Authentic Living in Goodness

My blog is all about seeing the good and sometimes that is not always easy to do.   Thi…

Authentic Living in Kindness

Words that reflect an action are interesting gestures. Our theme for June in the Authen…

Raised Bed Gardening in a Swamp

When I mention we live in a swamp, people look back at us with a sense of wonder.  Like…