Final year

As I complete each goal and milestone of the school year I think to myself, “ last time I’ll be doing that!”. So far it’s a comforting thought and not one of remorse or sadness. I suppose once retirement hits I may feel differently.
With my closing chapters new ones are waiting to be started; the very real possibility of visiting Xandie in India (internship) next summer and Geoff’s last sabbatical starting next fall. The possibilities are endless and exciting.

back in the "saddle" again

 Worked on a pony watercolor painting over the past few weeks. Learning to build layers and depth and to be bolder with contrast. Masking worked well for the wall but not so much for the pony. Eventually worked over most of the masking on the horse.

pony 2: laid in some shadows to wall and pony

pony 3: more concentrated color for contrast

pony 4: final layer

Spring is near

Looking forward to longer days and spring vacation! Been busy with concerts, but soon will slow down to allow for a more enjoyable pace. The garden beckons... have seeds to plant and basil in a pot to put in the ground. Geoff takes off soon for his break with Xandie in Cyprus. My spring break follows a few weeks later; my sister Carolyn & I will venture to Austria for a week plus. Renewal and rebirth!

2017

January brings new goals, plans, and adventures. After a welcome winter break, classes and lessons have resumed. Just sent Xandie off to Salzburg via Munich for her spring semester and G. C. and I will be planning subsequent trips in the spring. In the meanwhile spring concerts lie ahead for CUSD, PSE and CCSM.