Fully Alive

I know that in just a couple weeks these moments are going to feel like distant memories.  I want to be fully alive and present and enjoying this all!

Inspiration From The Lake

Sam and I are spending the summer by the lake--Lake Erie, in Lakeside, Ohio.  I don't get much alone time, but I got to take a solo walk by the lake last evening.  It was so restorative to my spirit.  Here are some images:

I sure hope you have some way to restore your mind, body, and spirit this summer!

Painting Up A Storm

Last Tuesday, I was able to spend time while I worked at Miss Mercedes at the Marblehead location {413 Main Street, Marblehead, Ohio}.  It was so fun to sit out on the deck and just imagine what should happen next on a few canvases!  I met some delightful customers and visitors.

Eventually a little rain storm arrived, chasing me back inside!

I'm sending you a special invitation to join me, this Tuesday, July 2, at the same location for a day of shopping and enjoying life near the lake.  I will be painting off and on between 11 am and 5 pm.  I can recommend some yummy places for lunch or ice cream and other local sites.  To my friends back home, this would be a great one tank trip!

Bagels and Mud Puddles

Shouldn't everyone have a chance to eat bagel sandwiches by a big lake while the water laps the shore and build giant mud pits in the sand with total strangers who are open and receptive to whatever you have to offer?

I hope you're making time for some bliss in your world!

Landing at Lakeside

Sam and I have landed at Lakeside for the summer.  We are in the process of exploring and finding a life rhythm that works for us.  We are easing into everything--living arrangement with the amazing Barnhills, working at Miss Mercedes, and enjoying life by the lake.

First moments in Lakeside sand

Enjoying the rocky beach by Marblehead Lighthouse

First moments in Lakeside's new splash park

Enjoying the playground

What are you up to this summer?