Today I am thankful for coveralls. And warm days. And corn on the cob - one of my all-time favourite things to eat.  

Breathing. Every now and then it helps to allow yourself to do nothing else but focus on breathing. Give yourself over to it. Listen to your breath. Think of nothing else. mmmmmmmmmmm........

The kids are home and simply here. The dog is happy and nearby. My wife and I went for a walk in the cool evening My friend is well, Black butterflies are in the field. I made sourdough waffles for breakfast. Vanilla ice cream and honey on top.

It is a blessing to feel satisfied when one completes a task- such as finishing painting one's home. My wonderful family is a blessing. Warm weather is a blessing. Contentment is a blessing.  

I paint all day.  I am nervous around the incoming electrical wires and my legs shake when I am really high on the ladder.  Sometimes I  do not know where I am and my body automatically adjusts balance, shocking me back to the side of the building (house) and awareness. I walk away from the … Continue reading For these things – simple and otherwise – I am thankful

Oh my faithful beast - My guardian under the ladder whilst I paint You who await with unbounded loyalty And patience in nearly equal measure- Come now!  and let us run for a while Come!  Fly with me and go on ahead Come take the lead Jump up! Nip me and I will bear it … Continue reading Finn

Just back from a simple weekend with the girls in Bangor.  Hotels, hiking, American candy and restaurant portions.  Duty-free booze and simple family time.  It is a blessing to drive down the road, to laugh at your own farts while the others gasp for air, and to gasp yourself when the situation is reversed.   … Continue reading Destination Bangor, Maine…

A satisfying day painting.  a Tom Sawyer's cousin's day.  I am most thankful for friends who come and paint together with us. I love having Emily home and am thankful that she is here for a little while. I am thankful for humour and it's power to get us through. I am thankful for sweet … Continue reading Wax on, wax off