Day 1987: I predict a great future.

Lily: junk mail angel #17, collage & acrylic

Crazy junk mail angels ...

And a quick step-by-step of today's #17.

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Artist/friend Marilyn from Arizona asked if I use 

a ruler for straight edges? 

  

Yes, I use a little 6" ruler for straight edges & a cheap plastic kid's protractor, french curve, curly cue thing for some curves. I rarely use scissors, unless I have no choice in tight spaces.  

Thanks for asking Marilyn.♥

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Want music?

 

Click here for  Gladys Knight & the Pips, Midnight train to Georgia.

then click back on this blog tab or here to listen as you browse, or not?

One of the benefits of teaching for a hundred years ...

is former students sometimes ask me to go to lunch & visit!

Today was one of those days. Carolyn is a former student ...

Carolyn:  age 11 left, age 14 right (& Chris Bright)

Carolyn after Jr. Marathon 1997

Costa Mesa Dojo @ Demura Sensei's Kamgeiko 2000, Carolyn, 3rd from right

Later in 2012, all grown up, a college graduate, 

world traveler with a State Department job -

Carolyn wanted me to meet her fiance, Nate.

That happened (here) & I approved, big time!

I hadn't seen them in almost three years, when I attended 

their beautiful destination wedding is Paso Robles, see here.

Carolyn now has graduate school completed, busy world travels,

marriage, a new home, and a very high-powered job.

Nate runs their growing business District Spices, here. 

Nate invented & handcrafted 20 spice blends that are vegan, 

non-GMO and contain no salt, anti-caking agents, gluten, 

soy, fillers, or preservatives, to bring bold and unique flavors 

to your dining table.

Carolyn & her husband Nate were in from Washington DC

for the holidays. Nate caught a cold, but Carolyn invited me 

to lunch at Zov's, my favorite!

Okay, I know I forgot to take pictures of my Angel Hair Pasta,

and Carolyn's Angel Hair Pasta with shrimp, I was busy.

But trust me, it was terrific 

  

How about the honey for my tea? Will that do?

I enjoyed every minute of catching up with Carolyn.

What a treat to see this accomplished young lady,

successful & tackling the world. I predict a great future.

And ... I have a great track record on these things!

From Day #1985: Hello 2018! You were asked to pick 

your favorite old-time New Years artwork.

The winning vote was # 11, 

 

which won over #7 by one vote.

Thank so much for playing!

And another "Happy New Year!"

A smile for Wednesday ...

Day 1986: Adventure with #16.

Fidelia:  junk mail angel #16, collage & acrylic

Still making junk mail angels ...

they seem to waiting in the paint scraps & junk mail?

So here's a quick step-by-step of today's adventure with #16.

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Want music?

 

Click here for Dionne Warwick, That's what friends are for.

then click back on this blog tab or here to listen as you browse, or not?

Maybe TMI, but New Years Eve  ...

I made junkmail angel #15, Ruby

... and she changed my path for this Thursday's new series of 4 consecutive classes. 
It is a different, more specific approach and I am excited by the change and the many possibilities.
A series of 
projects
within each 
class, 
and so fun.

Does this look good to you? If so, you may want to come play!

We'll be doing some new & quirky things, it may get messy!

I'll pick up rubber gloves! 

4 Thursdays January 4 , 11, 18 & 25, 2017 -- 10:00AM to 1:00PM

A relaxed, fun class exploring collage, graphite, acrylics, watercolor, paint markers & stuff that will surprise you, as you create your own journal full of creative inspiration.

$45 per class/or $160 for the series. All materials provided & you can sign up here!

And a special Happy Birthday to my Nephew-hunk David!

Have a great day handsome!

A smile for Tuesday ...

Day 1985: Hello 2018!

Ruby: junk mail angel #15, collage & acrylic

I'm still at it! Making junk mail angels, until I don't.

I could easily be persuaded to switch gears, so let me know?

Meanwhile, here's a quick step-by step of #15 ...

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(fashion-forward angel?)

Want music?

 

Click here for Pharrel Williams, Happy.

then click back on this blog tab or here to listen as you browse, or not?

Hello 2018! You came fast!

Like a sprinter that passes the group and finishes strong.

Some make resolutions, and I have too in the past.

But now I will just try to do my best, a day at a time.

I was thinking today about what I have learned 

during this many years on a spinning planet.

For me, mainly 3: gratitude, patience & showing up.

There's a long list under each category, 

but I'm sure you have your own.

But, under gratitude I'd like to thank you,

how kind of you to visit this silly blog when you can.

I appreciate and thank you for that.

Like most of us, I am blessed indeed.
And I am wishing the happiest, healthiest new year in 2018 

for you, your family & friends. ♥♥♥

New Years greetings for you, from a simpler time.

Believe it or not, before my time!

And a dozen, because I couldn't settle on just one.

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And if you have a minute, 

I'd love to know your favorite? Wanna play?

You can comment or e-mail jlonginc@gmail.com

If you let me know I'll post the winning image again on Day 1987.

A smile for Monday ...