Category Archives: Personal

I’m Back!

Hello Again! Wish I could say I have been just procrastinating and that is why you haven’t heard from me.  However, on October 27, 2017 I fell while working out and broke both of my wrists, received a pretty bad … Continue reading

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Sing A New Song: Still A WIP

Today I worked more on this little sampler.  I didn’t like the purple shape.  I also figured out I had the red shape in the wrong place.  To tone the stripes down so as to highlight the lettering, I applied … Continue reading

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Gift Tags 5

Mom is doing great in physical therapy and I am working out at the same time.  We have been having lots of rain. Life has been wonderfully complex so here are a few more gift tags. Check out all the … Continue reading

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Sing A New Song: WIP

Working over a period of days, I have applied clear gesso, stamps and today it was time to pull out the inktense blocks.  I have been inspired by a lesson from Rebekah Jones in her Original Bible Journaling Series.  I … Continue reading

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New Jerusalem: Destination Berlin

Today I am sharing an event which happened over a period of time, April through July.  It still puts a happy face on this artist.  Enjoy! Imagine my amazement to receive an email from what I think we would call … Continue reading

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Gift Tags 4

Friday was a pedi day for Mom and Me with a mani for Mom.  Saturday she got to have her hair colored and styled.  Yea!  nothing lifts a woman’s spirits like some pampering.  We color code her days with pink … Continue reading

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Gift Tags 3

We went and had pedicures to celebrate Mom’s new found freedom.  More gift tags to share with you.  Looks like I may be ready for Christmas this year. Check out all the artists and their work on Leslie Saeta’s Website: … Continue reading

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Gift Tags 2

Woo Hoo!  Mom was released from Home Health today!  We cannot thank everyone at Rolling Plains Memorial Hospital for the excellent care we have received delivered with compassion and understanding.  Next week she is off to outpatient therapy. More gift … Continue reading

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Gift Tags 1

Off to the doctor in Abilene for Mom yesterday.  I have been doing these in the evening while the family watches a movie.  I am learning a lot about outlining and using the ink pens. Check out all the artists … Continue reading

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Trumpet Improv: Psalm 98:4-6

At a Gathering of the Artists in North Carolina several years ago, I met a wonderful artist, musician, and teacher.  During worship, he would play original divinely inspired music.  It was actually heavenly. This sketch began as an ink drawing … Continue reading

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Shout Praise: Psalm 98:4-6

I recently purchased a NKJV Journal the Word Bible published by Thomas Nelson.  Having heard so much about Bible journaling, I thought I would give it a try.  I have nothing but admiration for other artists in this medium because … Continue reading

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Already September?

It is hard to believe it is already August and add 2017 to it, and well, where has the time gone?  Life in my kitchen studio has certainly had its ups and downs this summer.  Most evident is my lack … Continue reading

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Days 2 & 3: 30-n-30

Had a little fun last night and today with my pen and ink Prismacolor pens and my Bristol Board Sketchbook. Another 2-fer or 3-fer couple of days. Today, we got our new over the range microwave installed. Now my kitchen … Continue reading

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Life Happens!

Fresh Off the Easel:   My kitchen studio is still under construction. Classes should begin again in August.   I am in Austin with family.  My son is recovering well from his accident and has a great attitude. Went to … Continue reading

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Ongoing Remodel Saga

Hello from my kitchen-studio waist high in remodeling.  Literally waist high with the bottom cabinet boxes and counter-top on the “L” side installed.  This collage will show you the activity during spring break after the family fun was over and the … Continue reading

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Life Happens and Time Flies; Workshops and Websites

I can’t believe it has been two months since the 30 day challenge.  I think I will have to challenge myself for another 30 days to kick start my painting again.  I have been busy – VERY busy though.  So … Continue reading

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2014 It’s Snowing

I am still painting everyday. However, I thought you might like a view from my front and side porches today. It is snowing again and we have two more inches. The bluebonnets are going to love this. Our House taken … Continue reading

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Salute to Veteran’s Day

I can not believe that October flew by and that we are in the middle of November.  I am still painting, remodeling and getting ready for a show.  Here is my reminder to remember those in uniform all over the … Continue reading

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Granbury, Texas Family News

The Granbury, Texas tornado hit my niece’s home.  They were fortunate that they are alive.  Daddy and baby survived it in the downstairs bathroom.  It blew out windows, took their back porch and they have a large limb stuck in … Continue reading

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