Ok, so this week may have a few more "dedications" until I have processed some stuff. And it involves some good music and video, so it's not all bad.

A dedication to those who think primarily of themselves in relationships. For those who want to change whoever they're with so the other's personality and habits no longer fit the owner, but the partner's wishes. For those who will end a relationship because the other visits a friend battling cancer, or who will disappear when the other wants commitment or turns their back because the other "does too much" or has too many friends. And certainly for all of those who say they are happy with monogamy until they're lying under someone else and going home with a mouthful of lies.

When we're really happy in our own skin and know that the decisions we make are good ones, and that we consistently aim to do the right thing in our own lives, we will never surrender our souls to the bidding of another.

Lots to catch  up on. This is one of six plein air paintings from the 2012 Plein Air, Coastal Delaware event in May 2012. All the paintings I completed were done solely with a palette knife, and the week was more fun and more relaxing than I counted on. I'm pretty happy with what came out of it. This painting is from the Great Dune Overlook. It's a pretty pathway that leads up a hill to an even better view.

This is also from the Great Dune Overlook, one of the best views in Sussex County. It's peaceful and amazingly beautiful. Many people miss it because you have to walk up a pretty long grade to see it. Once you're there, it's worth every step.

This one is out of order - not done in plein air, but in the studio, and with brushes, not a knife. I came across these rocks on a late fall day when the light was bright, the shadows were sharp and the ocean was gorgeous and calm.

Not my best side...LOL....but a shot from the plein air event, painting at the art league.

Cleaned up and off to the gala, with the finished pieces.

This is from Broadkill Beach, looking out over the marsh. Windy and cold day, but beautiful light.

Tulips 4' x 4' in progress

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