Shimmer of Hope

Shimmer of Hope

My son called it, “The Worst Easter Ever.” We helped friends, who lived just a short walk away, with their moving sale. After watching bits of their life disappear, we all said good-bye, then they flew across the ocean. Their home, once filled with children’s...
Lantern Festival 2

Lantern Festival 2

The fireworks are over and the lanterns are still up – it’s a good time to be in China! I’ve renovated, with the hopes you’ll enjoy my site more and find it easier to navigate. Lantern Festival 2 is featured on my new...
At Home Art Class – “Winter Bird”

At Home Art Class – “Winter Bird”

Wanna hear a secret? You can learn to draw. If you have the desire.   A lot of people tell me they can’t draw, and I once believed the same about myself. I wanted to try but was terrified I didn’t have “the gift.”  You’ve heard it before, any kid can create. But then...
Lantern Festival in Ink and Watercolour

Lantern Festival in Ink and Watercolour

Did you know that in China, Chinese New Year is more commonly called Spring Festival? The fifteen day celebration truly is designed to put the coldest days of winter behind and usher in Spring. Friday night was Lantern Festival, the last night of the celebration and...
Gallery of Hearts

Gallery of Hearts

Grab a drink, sink into your chair, and enjoy this slideshow, created by my daughter and I, of valentine hearts.  If you want to choose your pace, ignore the link and select the first photo. Then you can click through the show. [Show slideshow] " order_by="sortorder"...