It’s happened- the weather has changed. Mornings are dark and quiet. The hummingbirds and butterflies have left and the morning orchestra has hushed for the oncoming season. I sat with my coffee this morning in my favorite viewing spot and looked out at the empty bird feeders.
This was my best summer of birdwatching. I can say that with confidence because I suffer from a TERRIBLE memory! And so everyday is the best day because I don’t remember otherwise. It’s a little/lot like Groundhog Day. But seriously- it was a GREAT season of birdwatching. I had more hummingbirds than ever. I had a Downy woodpecker who became one of my “best customers” at the hummingbird feeder! I had owls, Carolina wrens, house sparrows, catbirds, and a myriad of Cardinals, chickadees, sparrows, and Blue Jays. Just two weeks ago I heard the frantic call of a young wren. I opened the patio door to see him standing on an outdoor pillow “hollering” for Mom (?). He was definitely a juvenile because he hadn’t grown in his tail feathers! But I watched him for a little bit and once I saw him successfully fly to a branch, I stopped worrying. As I write this, I am watching my silly little blue parrotlet play in his bathwater!
My schedule has recently changed to include monthly time at Hummingbird Fine Craft. Hummingbird Fine Craft is an art co-op on 3rd and Trenton. I have had a spot there for nearly two years! From now through Christmas, Hummingbird will be open on Sundays from noon-4. I will be there nearly every one of those Sundays. I would love to visit with you- so stop by on a Sunday and let’s chat.
Where will I be? Saturday Oct. 28th Wildflower Cafe Art Market 10-3 This is the last of the season! Come enjoy the fall weather and take advantage of my show special- 6 greeting cards for 25$. I do not have plans to participate in any more events this year.
October through Jan. 1 I will be at Hummingbird Fine Craft from 12-4. Of course my booth will be there Tuesday – Sunday, but I will be “IN THE HOUSE” as they say from 12-4 on Sundays, October through Christmas. I hope to visit with some of you then and meet lots of new folks.
In the Studio
In the Studio- It’s been a quiet month in the studio. I have spent extra time with my family this month after my mother had a hard fall. She is doing well, but she has been my grandmother’s caregiver for a long time. With her out of commission, I am spending more time filling her shoes. But I am looking forward to getting back to painting soon. Christmas is around the corner, and I am hoping to uncover my holiday spirit when I clean off the clutter in my studio.
What I’m Reading
- Fragile Things by Neil Gaiman – This is the perfect collection of stories to read in October. Neil Gaiman began this collection with a beautiful introduction. And I love reading how each story came to be. Like all collections, some resonate more than others. I still have quite a few stories to go- but “A Study in Emerald” has definitely been a favorite. If you like Conan Doyle, you will appreciate it.
- Food for Life by Tim Spector Technically, I am no longer reading this one. But I haven’t finished the final chapters which function more as a reference book. I have begun listening to the Zoe podcast on occasion and it inspires me to treat my body better.
- TheTriumph of the Moon by Ronald Hutton This one is going to be a true marathon! It’s a look at the history of paganism/witchcraft (specifically in Britain). I have made it through Chapter 4. The chapter that examined the history of secret clubs- ie the Freemasons and their ilk was FASCINATING!
