The Yearly Roundup A look back at the exhibits and workshops of 2024 and the art of essentialism. It's a strange start to a new year. Usually, in January, I'm fired up and ready to dive into new inspired projects. But I find myself this year feeling lukewarm about starting anything new. I am not inclined to get involved in new projects or start new routines. I'm focused on letting go of what's inessential. I just finished reading the book Essentialism, by Greg McKeown. I highly recommend it...

hi! In the post-Christmas week, it sometimes feels easy to get lost. It's the kind of week that invites reflection, and contemplation, and possibly judgement. Mind wanders to questions like: What just happened? Did I accomplish anything of meaning? Did I grow? Did I regress? How do I ditch what's no longer working, and find a way forward that feels right? If you are also asking these kinds of questions, consider joining the 5 Day End of Year Journaling Challenge. Sangre de Cristo #7, ink on...

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