Like a Phoenix rising from the ashes we find ourselves in this day and age hoping upon hope that we can find the middle ground that helps to bind us all together in peace and love. This might sound campy to many people but the balance has to be re-established. It might smack of the sixties and free love and all that jazz, but the truth is we just simply need to find the goodness in each other. Lets try and do something extraordinary and find that small or large piece of humanity that resides in all of us and say "Yes, I understand".....

"All Deserve Love" as some unknown, but wise street poet says. Don't we all deserve love......The little sudo "Puppy Face" was created totally by accident. I came upon it as I was out for a walk. There it was looking up at me from the sidewalk as I was looking down. I thought it look so cute. It  brought out emotions  in me, that little mistake on the sidewalk, (we truly are such sensitive people if we only let ourselves reach inward just a bit). If it had been a real soft and furry animal I would have given it 1,000 hugs and 1,001 kisses. In my heart and mind I did............Plus me hanging out in my backyard looking outward and you looking inward.....Peace out.....

Peace and Love to all......

Just a snippet of our amazing hands. The shapes they can create. The tools they can wield. The beauty they can touch. The helping hand of a neighbor, friend or stranger. The hands that feed us and the hands we have bitten. The clapping hands at a concert or play. The expression of joy. A noise maker. A hair comber. A button helper. And on and on, but most important hands that can pull life towards us or push it away. Each of us, with our hearts and minds living, breathing in the present, can work toward a connection to our individual path in life. Or at least help us understand our choices better!!

A singular image today symbolizing calm, hope, opportunity and sharing. This is how I feel today. 

Think PEACE! Say it, read it, share it, then maybe we can become one planet more united with the commonality between us all...Simple things like breathing air, eating food, caring for family and friends. Then friends of friends and so on. We have to try.

'A rose is a rose is a rose", as stated by Gertrude Stein in a 1913 poem. Existentially speaking, we  all describe the world around us using our own words. Seeing the world, breathing the world, hearing the world and touching the world is a personal reality for each of us. We should (when possible) try and listen to each others views, have a conversation and share those experiences for the betterment of all......

Every door can lead to a beautiful destination!!

Let's go and discover the beauty this life does have to offer.......

The process of sharing is motivating. It makes the mind flow, the heart beat. The world seems brighter and the air fresher. Bringing a creation into the physical world so others can see your mind and heart is cathartic. There are so many ways to reach out, to express oneself, to be a part of the human party. Let us all become ourselves and be ourselves for as long as possible. Be solid and flexible. Be happy!!!

I thought it would be fun to share a "craft" project that I did years ago..... Touching upon topics that interest me enough to share with the viewer is very exciting.......I am enjoying this series very much and I hope I can put a smile in to your day....We are all here!!!!

THE BRAIN!!!!.....What a machine. We all have one so let's use it for the betterment of ours and others lives....The planet included!!

Knowledge is fun and there are a lot of measured facts that better help us to discover where we are in space. Many people stare at the ground more than they look to the sky and beyond. I enjoy doing both. When I look to the evening sky the moon puts a smile on my face.....The moon has been a constant for humane kind. It is a time machine of sorts. Think of the billions and billions of people who have utilized the moon for all reasons, I.E. Poetry, love, direction, religion, encouragement, solace, peace and yes, war.  Enjoy the heavens.....It is your turn to find the wonderment....

Everyone knows we need a little more love in this world. If we can reach out to each other just a little. If we can move a small  distance away from our egos and make someone laugh, feel wanted, be included!! If we become good listeners to others we can all become more whole and colorful. If we are respectful of others and their personal space then the seed of reciprocation has a chance to grow. When appropriate a hug always helps and kind words always helps too.....Have a sweet day.

These types of signs were popular back, back, way back in the day when they were called sandwich boards and the person wore the advertisement hanging off of their shoulders. It was a job for many people!!!

The world is a beautiful place, but one cannot see it exclusively through rose tinted glasses. Bad things happen all the time, but good things happen all the time too. If we can choose, if we are allowed to find happiness and safety then we can begin to find the peace within ourselves and consequently within the world and amongst others.

Let's have fun with some basic science, after all, we are all part of the cosmic game......sleep well and speak softly.....

I believe I am getting in a groove.... Life can be obscurely humorous and that is the theme of this strip. I'm having fun and I hope all of you are too...

In my world this makes me laugh and I hope that it makes others a little lighter and brighter in their brain.....As always, be at peace..... 

We all know about work. Work has a sliding scale in life. We know we have to do it, but sometimes we like to think otherwise.......Be at peace...

I'm going to create these little snippets as I find them wonderfully amusing. All topics will be addressed.....

A new direction for me. This type of cartooning has been on my mind for a long time and I am finally giving it a go. There will be transformations and shifts as I attempt to find the balance I'm looking for, however, I thought it would be interesting to share this artistic process with the viewers. I would appreciate any advise or opinions as I shift from left to right as I create my voice!!!!.....

Here is a more familiar view of San Francisco. It is a wonderful city to walk around in. I like imagining running around the city streets, but one has to be careful of the hills. They are famously steep, but have fantastic views from the tops.....Enjoy your day and feel the life around you!

I am a runner. More of a jogger now that I am older and my competing days are complete, but I love the sport. I've created  a series of myself running in different locations I have visited.  In this montage I used a photo of myself running in Eugene and  inserted myself into a photo I took when I visited San Francisco.  I wanted to meld these two locations together. As in science theory I wanted to alter the time/space continuum that lives in my mind and share it with the viewer.....Remember that wherever you go, you are there!!!!

It is spring time and all of nature is reaching out to touch our hearts and minds. I have created this bright and vibrant painting to celebrate the wonders that come with the cycle of the planet and life in general. We should all go into nature when ever we can and become a part of it. Just being a human among the trees and sunlight brings a level of peace to our bodies. Enjoy being alive!!!!

I found these two paintings in my archive and thought they have a bit of merit. One is a wild perspective of the Willamette river which runs through town and the other is by a foot path. Enjoy your day!!!

I am walking through the woods near a friends house in Seattle, Washington. My "Haven Woods" series is inspired by the landscapes found in the Pacific Northwest. There is no shortage of inspiration even within the city of Seattle itself. Enjoy life to the best of your ability. Peace!!

Here is a Finch that just finished eating seeds that I spread on the ground. In "Haven Woods" there are plenty of seeds to feed the birds and I will have many birds in my forest.....I turned the photo to Black and White and painted in the colors. I created a bit of fantasy in that the bird is not yellow, but I don't think the Finch minded too much as long as there is food.....Peace out!!!!

This is a Varied Thrush that was attracted by our feeder. A sweet looking bird that is not common in our yard, but enjoyed when it does arrive. It will be part of our growing "Haven Woods" family. Enjoy, thrive and eat healthy!!!

As I fill up my forest of "Haven Woods" I keep thinking of who else would like to live there. I had this beautiful Dragonfly land on a stick in our backyard and I said, "Would you like to live in my forest?", and the answer was yes. Enjoy your day and live in the moment!!

We love the Doves that visit our yard and I am happy to place one in my "Haven Woods" world. I hope you enjoy the images and the birds. See you tomorrow.

Here is the newest  member of the "Haven Woods" family. This beautiful Scrub Jay was taking a bath outside in our herb garden. Simply enjoying its day and looking inquisitively at the surroundings. I shall also try to be inquisitive today!!

Hello and greetings to all. My new thematic photographs are part of a new series that I'm adapting to be part of my series called "Haven Woods" . I am slowly creating a more intimate look at the wildlife that I imagine would like to live within the boundaries of my fantastical forest. As I slowly invent and share my new friends I hope that you will enjoy them as much as I do. Enjoy your day and be safe.