A schnauzer-terrier mix was found wandering the streets, homeless and in rough shape. I can only imagine how many nights he spent alone and hungry, and how sick he must have felt at the public shelter. He was running out of time.

My favorite movies all share something in common with this blog: themes like nature, beauty, memory, personal freedom, and the search for meaning.

Diane Antone Studio: Give her 30 minutes, and she’ll free you from watercolor disappointment.

I’ve been trying out watercolors for the first time over the past few days. My first watercolor chick has hatched.

Lauren Daigle Part 2. This song came to me through my family, and that connection is important to me.

It was all about Zinnias on a beautiful Summer day in Michigan. I got to see my daughter-in-laws gorgeous garden.

I received the silver tray as a wedding gift thirty-three years ago. I already had the glass cloche, but I wondered what I could display inside.

It’s time to celebrate one of the most fascinating creatures in the ocean. Everything about sharks!

I stood just inches from works by Matisse, Renoir, and Degas. I took time to look closely at the brushstrokes and the shapes of the sculptures.

This photo shows my brother Brett and me at his college graduation. He was killed by a drunk driver when he was 37.

My boys are really into their painting and chalk drawings. I’m still learning to work on bigger projects, but I’m giving it a try.

I’m excited to share my short list of three favorite nonprofit organizations with you this #GivingTuesday! These groups are close to my heart, and I believe they do wonderful work.