Have you ever been befuddled by a directional shift? One moment you’re whistling a happy tune, rambling along your usual way, when POW! Circumstances send you off on an unexpected diversion, or something new calls to you and you just can’t seem to help yourself. Off you go to explore an unfamiliar path. READ THE …
Criticism: Raven of the Soul
I’d rather be a dove of peace than a raven of criticism. In fact, I often think…there is already so much wrong in the world, why point out the obvious, over and over again? I also wonder at what point personal beliefs end and another’s free will begins? Is there a fine line between standing up …
Edie Kynard: Frazzled, Fearless & Free
Art is a fruit that grows in man, like fruit on a plant, or a child in it’s mother’s womb. - Edie Kynard “Driving along with my Nikon on the seat beside me, I was content with a cup of coffee and scenic views of a foggy morning in St. Augustine. The lake looked surreal …
I’m in Love With Vietnam
In this post, my daughter reflects back on her time in this amazing country. If you've got a bit of wanderlust in you, I know you will greatly appreciate her photos and thoughts: I am in love. I am in love with a country, a place, a memory distant in time but fresh in my mind. …
A Life of Adventure vs A Life of Stability
My daughter's honest mental wrestling with living a life full of adventure versus one cradled with stability hones in something that many of us struggle with. Whether we are drawn to travel or the excitement of a new hobby, her post propels the reader towards his or her quest: “For my part, I travel not to go …
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Qué Viva España! Remembering Spain with Love
A young woman reflects on her first experience traveling abroad.
Trusting in the Creative Process
I snapped this photo at my brother’s recent retirement party after hearing my daughter call to me: “Mom, Mom! Look, he’s resting his hand on mine.” Elya giggled. The photo op proved irresistible. Trust. What a perfect picture of this abstract concept. When creativity does not flow readily, I need to rest my hand in the …
Cayucos Antique Street Fair Finds
One of my favorite creative living activities is perusing antique stores and street fairs. So on a recent visit to the picturesque coastal town of Cayucos, I was thrilled to discover the antique street fair that weekend. This coastal town sports a western motif… and so I felt as if I’d journeyed back in time …
Colorful Acrylic Painting of Tree and the Desire to Give
This post features my daughter's dream...selling her paintings to help the poor: I’ve recently come up with the idea of a small social enterprising company called, “The Giving Tree.” Essentially, I’d like to start by selling artwork, paintings and photographs, and use the profits to empower locals in developing countries through already established microfinancing organizations, …
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JoDee Luna Art 