Very few of the Super Bowl commercials were the least bit memorable this year. Nina and I LOVED the Budweiser Clydesdale one, though. I heard it was to celebrate the birth of a new foal, which makes it even better. What did you think of ‘Brotherhood’?
A friend just sent me this video of a boy (toddler, really), his dog and an experience with an enticing puddle. Have you ever seen anything this adorable?
So, Nina and I are celebrating our 42nd anniversary this weekend, and I’ve been waiting for some inspiration… I have several gift ideas, but still haven’t come up with the perfect date. I stumbled upon this list of affordable date night ideas, and while they may be too simple for my situation, I think they […]
Wow! I MUST go see this next time I’m in D.C.! http://www.artdaily.org/index.asp?int_sec=2&int_new=59257#.ULxVwoaqmes
I have never really studied the ancient art of jewelry making, but I recently heard about a new class down in New York and have to admit, I’m fascinated. I have a friend with some connections and am hoping to sit in on some of the new lessons. I wouldn’t participate, of course, but maybe […]
My grandson Matt just moved to Manhattan and is struggling to get comfortable in his tiny studio apartment. Can’t say I blame him, I’d certainly have a hard time containing my whole life in one room. Plus, I need to be surrounded by nature in order to maintain my lifestyle. I’ve sent him William Shapell’s […]
I came across this sculpting tutorial the other day, and I think the artist’s control is exquisite. She has several others up on YouTube, under the name Joanna Mozdzen.
Recently, my wife and I had the privilege of vacationing in Sedona, Arizona. What a break from real life! While we were there, we took in an amazing art show called the Bell Rock Art Show held in the Village of Oak Creek outside of Sedona. The show was surrounded by the beautiful Red Rocks […]
While I was browsing through some articles about ancient art, I stumbled upon this romantic tale of two ancient Egyptian figurines. Depicting a husband and wife, the small statues were separated thousands of years ago- probably intentionally. The fragment of the wife shows a seated woman with her arm outstretched. Apparently, the style is traditional […]