there’s room in the van
I grew up on mountain road trips in a unicorn-decorated van, tagging along as my parents visited artists and practiced mindfulness in Unitarian retreats. Those beginnings shaped this space, where I share stories and open-minded ideas about art, nature, culture, and the beautiful chaos of family life.
A Birthday Full of Happiness
My birthday celebration is overflowing with happiness—I’m excited to introduce our new chocolate lab puppy, Oliver!
Babe Ruth-Never Give Up
I know nothing about baseball. However, I know many, many people consider Ruth the greatest baseball player of all time. I’m listening, Babe,
Movie: Rules Don’t Apply
I recently watched "Rules Don't Apply," a fascinating dive into the world surrounding Howard Hughes rather than just his life. The exceptional cast truly brought the story to life. What stuck with me the most was the charming and clever song that beautifully tied everything together.
The Adjustment Bureau choreography
I feel truly thankful for the diverse dance styles I’ve explored along my journey. The movie The Adjustment Bureau questions the concept of free will, but what really captivates me is the stunning choreography.
“An Angel Takes Wing” encaustic artwork
The original concept was to create an encaustic painting depicting Saint Bernard of Montjoux. It felt fitting to paint him since he is the patron saint of climbers, hikers, backpackers, and skiers. Greg and I love to climb, hike, and backpack. Maybe we need a Saint watching now and again.
Dear RSS subscribers, thank you!
Thank you so much for taking the time to read a Hippie Chick’s blog! I’m excited to catch up on some posts, and you’ll soon see a burst of updates in your feed.
Stapleton’s “Cold” and Cloudy Day
A quote describing Chris Stapleton’s “Cold” performed at the CMA Awards:
“This guy sings like he's been heart broken by 1000 women. You can actually feel the pain in his voice. Amazing”. @timyoung1847
