The Art of Gratitude

I love this photo....I took it of my oldest baby girl while visiting the Nelson Atkins Art Museum in Kansas City.  We had so much fun that day...  I was so thankful to capture her taking in the beauty of this artwork.  I love that she loves art.  Out of all of the paintings in this huge museum, this was the only one that we could not find the information plaque on. There was no name of  a painter or information about the painting displayed.   I decided that I would call it "A Grateful Heart".   I am currently listening to the audiobook, "One simple act" (discovering the power of generosity) by Debbie Macomber.  One of the sections I listened to really sparked a fire in me to delve into the attitude of Gratitude....To learn the Art of Gratitude... (Sorry Grumbling & Complaining... NO more room for you here!)  I have decided to take a new journey and to walk a path of thanksgiving.  I mean to really be intentional on this journey....and I am excited to see where it takes me!

 In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Falling in Love with Coral

 

I think I am falling in love with sea corals.  It is so much fun to paint and each one is so different and unique.  I am finding out how much of a minimalist I really am.   As each finished painting tends to have untouched white space.  It feels peaceful and calming to me that way.  Keep your eye out for more coral paintings in the days ahead:)

 

no-3-sea-coral

Finding Beautiful

As I start my new life here in Florida, I am on an adventure- an excursion of sorts....I call it "Exploration...Finding Beautiful"... I will be pulling together ideas for my dream home.  Finding my likes and dislikes along the way.  This area is just Stunning! I love the clean, crisp feel! Designed by Lindy Allen of Four Chairs Furniture photographed by hiya papaya   http://www.houseofturquoise.com/2012/12/four-chairs-furniture-hiya-papaya.html