working with constraints
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More Joy in My Joy Journal
weak at the knees in wonder at leaf abscission,at tree’s knowing before let-go,with chemical scissors snippingall but tiny tubes for leafglow,to self-scar against winterharshfor when wind, water, and weight promptthe snap and dance of pop-and-drop. —dotty seiter ===== ===== Notes about poem and art:Today’s poem and art are all of an intertwined piece, with one… Continue reading
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Slick Tricks
Stick With Him This isn’t picnic Isn’t thrill Still, sit tight with him Sit nigh I insist Sit thigh thigh Sit in night Sit in light Sit with his wish Sit with his spiritSit stillSit chill Nix limits Fit in with him Fit him within Find his mind With instinct With insight Lift him high… Continue reading
My Story
In 2014, I grab an unexpected opportunity to paint.
To make art.
I get hooked.
In 2015 I start a blog—a diary of my creative practice.
I post my paintings and their stories. The good, the bad, the ugly.
In 2025 I begin writing poetry and include a poem and painting in each post.
My compass points: shake hands with fear, be playful, get messy, trust my gut.
