Category Archives: Miscellaneous

Flower painting Makeover

I’m glad I showed you all the flower painting that I’d been stuck on for a long time. Just talking about letting go of that critical voice helped me do just that do that! I took a fresh look at my painting and knew exactly what to do.

So, here’s the before…

And here’s my new version. I created more depth by adding darker tones to the background, brightening the tablecloth stencil and  lighting up all of the flowers. I think I’m done now- and it felt great to just do it for the pure joy of painting.

Grab that project you put down awhile ago and give it another try. No need for your critical voice, no need to get all serious and crazy- just start again and see where it takes you this time.

Have fun!

Lane Hunter Dance Strikes again

Greetings, Everyone!
You may remember reading my interview with my brother, Lane Hunter, awhile back. He was talking about an upcoming performance he was developing called Psyko.

At least, here’s a sneak preview of his the show. I know I’ll be there for the horror, do you dare to go to the dark side with me?

Making Room for Adventure

I’ll admit, I was a little reticent about going to Vieques on my own- of course, I want to be safe and let’s face it, going alone to a romantic getaway isn’t exactly the most appealing prospect. Like I said though, my fears and hesitation were met with a beautiful experience. I’m so glad I ventured out and made room for this adventure. Learning to accept gifts and generosity from others has opened me up to new, more fulfilling worlds. And isn’t it funny that the more I work on my house, the more people I’m meeting outside of my space? hm… while I ponder that, enjoy these activities I shared with fellow travelers on the island…

Swimming Mosquito Bay (known as Bio Bay) was unbelievably cool!

Friends, old and new, gather at Duffy's for an afternoon cocktail

I drove up to El Fortin La Conde de Mirasol, but it was closed- seems the hours are totally random

Little paso fino horses roam free on the island. Those who own and ride them do so bareback. The prance high and fast for such little animals

Need I say anything about the beaches? ahhh, bliss...

The High Point at Alameda Point Flea Market

These days, Flea Markets seem to be popping up almost as quickly as Farmers Markets. And I say- excellent! The more we get outside some fresh air, enjoy seasonal harvests from locals, re-purpose our goods, and get clever about what we put in our homes, the More Room we have creating stories and enjoying our loved ones. And market offers more adventure than the Alameda Point Flea Market (they’re even starting to sell produce!) – at least in Northern California. You can take in this day on the Bay any way you like, but here’s how I do it… Continue reading →

A Fair to Remember- visiting North Beach’s hidden gem

I had to take a break from the work, the classes, projects and proposals… I’ve been feeling a little overwhelmed. So I grabbed my new intern, B, and headed for the annual North Beach Festival for a break and some fresh air. Little did I know we’d skip the event when we saw this  adorable banner, A Fair to Remember, stretched across Jack Kerouac Alley between Vesuvio Cafe and City Light Bookstore on Colombus Avenue where North Beach, China Town and the Financial District all intersect. Continue reading →