Myth-busting in Brazil

Yellow Dress 4 x 6" Original watercolor by Jonalyn

We were only on the island for 2 full days, but the satisfaction I got from seeing so many negative myths busted apart is worth sharing.

A Tale of Two Grandmas

Mama Grace’s kitchen was alive.

I visited last February and still found food soaking, drying, ripening in her kitchen. Under that paper towel were mung beans sprouting, her fridge was full of food I couldn’t recognize.

Painting Outside: Why Do it? a real life plein air story

Warm enough to paint outside, I packed early for Seabrook, New Hampshire. Near the border of Massachusetts, Seabrook is renown for roughness. The half block deserted beach held several tantalizing lobster boats close to shore.

A New Adventure Sailing the World

Nubble Lighthouse Reflections watercolor painting with white lighthouse, blue water reflecting sky.

The last five years, from the Rockies to the Atlantic Ocean, our family has inched closer to the water.

In a few months, we will be living off the coast of South Africa, on our catamaran “Lady Grey”. So many normal things are about to change, but some things will remain the same.

Who Tells Your Story?

"Beauty from Prickles" - Cactus with yellow bloom

We can all remember certain stories that define us. When you think of your favorites stories growing up, were any about you?

Who told your stories?