Tag Archives: Arrows of Desire

The Yellow Trellis

Today I drew the last folded slip of paper from my vintage glass pitcher, the 30th creative action. I knew what was left…a gardening activity. It was perfectly timed, as the hot summer temperatures are back! There won’t be any … Continue reading

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Once Upon a Time in the Woods

The 4th of July. Independence Day. A three day weekend. I’m enjoying this extra day off, this second Sunday. And so is my neighborhood, celebrating freedom by way of loud explosions and the pop of firecrackers.  I had two creative … Continue reading

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Capturing My Day in Photos

True to the forecast, today was a rainy day. And even better, it was a rainy Sunday. Being the 4th of July weekend, I’m sure not everyone was as excited as I was with the prospect of enjoying a long … Continue reading

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Movie Review: The Age of Adaline

In between several family birthdays, I had the opportunity today to draw another creative action. Only four folded slips of paper remained in the glass pitcher.  I selected: Watch a movie I haven’t seen before.  I’m always excited to watch … Continue reading

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Hens and Chicks

I’ll be sharing a brief blog post tonight, after a lovely evening hosting my book club ladies in the backyard garden. Knowing this event was coming up, I made sure the garden looked its best, putting down fresh mulch and … Continue reading

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Something Old, Something New in the Garden

I anticipated working in the garden today. Partly cloudy skies and lower temperatures created the ideal conditions for such an endeavor. However, I was open to receiving the perfect creative activity, whether it was focused on gardening or one of … Continue reading

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Going Where My Heart Will Take Me

I’ve been looking forward to drawing today’s creative action. Sunday was the perfect day for some concentrated effort on behalf of one of my dreams, as it is my me time, my heart, soul, mind and body care day.  I … Continue reading

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The Nature of Rocks

As this month of creative activities is winding down, I realized this morning that all of my actions that involve working in the garden remained in the pitcher. It would appear that I’m going to be spending some extended time … Continue reading

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Playful Rain

For the first time in a couple of weeks, I woke up to the rumble of thunder and the patter of rain. Heavy rain. The thunderstorms started last night and continued to roll through the area overnight. I felt a … Continue reading

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Hello Hallee

I was happy to draw today’s creative activity, and as I worked through a long, busy day, I stayed open to the outcome.  I selected: Write an encouraging letter.  Like most other people, I primarily rely on technology to communicate. … Continue reading

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