It takes me forever to pack. Not because I can't decide on the clothing I want to bring. It's always a bigger decision to select a project (or several) to take with me. If I have to spend hours as a passenger in a car or on a plane, I definitely need something to occupy my time and hands. Reading doesn't cut it, nor do movies or television shows. Usually I prepare a few different hand sewing projects or knitting/crocheting items that don't need a whole lot of supplies or

The official opening of my watercolor exhibition at the library in Maplewood (51 Baker Street) happened this past weekend on Saturday, September 9. Packing up the paintings wasn't too difficult and they all fit in the car in one load, so that was nice. My family met me at the library and my sister surprised me with this wonderful corsage: There were refreshments, a wonderful swing band, and I gave a brief talk. The show will be open through the end of September. I've includ

End of summer flowers