Arts and Farts

I've started to draw again and have really enjoyed the process though the results are somewhat less than desired. I was inspired by some creative street art in Mexico the last time that I was there, and am copying the concept. Basically the idea is to draw on ceramic tiles and then adhere them to your desired showspace with construction adhesive or concrete. The result is that you can spend as much time as you need on the artwork and very little time installing the piece. I've been drawing mainly portraits from old books that I get for free at the library. Check it out!

It might get annoying

Here's a glimpse into what I am able to do with my free time now that I am not chasing your dog down I-5. Inspired by real musicians, with the help of my brother, and with the support of craft night I am now able to make my dog cry.

Tweezers

You may have noticed that I smile more these days. You may have noticed that I smell less like dead possum and more like sawdust. You may have noticed that the dog poo on my shoe has been replaced with a spring in my step. You may not have noticed any of these things, but I sure do. I have more energy, and more time. I feel healthier, both mentally and physically. I am inspired to create and share.

It amazes me just how much something so small can either add or subtract to ones quality of life. Like a tiny hardwood splinter deep in a thumb, an irritant in life can fester. That little shard tries to drive itself deeper, following the direction of the grain while your body attempts to reject the invader. Infection sets in and you might even run a constant low fever. Your mood shifts erratically and you feel irritated. Until one day you notice a small white blister on your thumb and you absentmindedly squeeze it. Pushed out on a wave of puss rides the cause of your misery, and suddenly the world is anew. Everyone gets a splinter at some point in their lives. There is a huge difference though in those that pull it out immediately, and those that let the gangrene take over.