You’re familiar with The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle, right? The caterpillar emerges from an egg, then proceeds to eat his way through various, delicious foods (including a hot dog and piece of cake!). He makes a “cocoon” (really, a chrysalis…you wonder how the editor missed that one!), then emerges days later a fabulous […]
Creative Capital Artist Development Project
As promised. Scoot closer. I’m going to tell you all about the workshop I attended this past weekend. Ready? Do you have your cup of joe in hand? First, I must tell you about the people who presented this great wealth of information to us. Creative Capital is “a national grant-making not-for-profit organization that gives […]
If You’re Wrong, Just Breathe (You Might Be Right)
As I was wobbling and falling all over the place last night in my hot yoga class (yes, I’ve been doing this for two weeks now), I got to thinking, “This is so wrong. I think I’m going backward.” How do we designate parts of our life wrong or right? And how many “wrong” things […]
Nauseous or Nauseated? (and a Joshua Radin Song)
You know I got your back, right? Well, I’m letting you in on a little secret, or so it seems, because I very rarely hear or read the word nauseous used correctly. That includes published books. You’d think the editors, after years of experience, would catch it. Granted, there is some discussion as to Has […]
Modern Art for Kids
There’s something about design and art and creativity and beauty that makes my heart and mind race a tad faster. I’m happiest when I’m surrounded by new ideas. [That’s been my experience with children, too.] So, when I find hip, funky projects that are feasible to do with little ones (or with anyone), I corral […]