December
Annie Caswell
Where did that year go?
We had our second opening for the Flynndog Gallery art show. I sold a painting to another artist!
Went to a Cookie Swap, which also included a fun game where I brought home several small useful gifts! The house was decorated to perfection which got me in the mood. I think this is an American custom, something like also decorating a tree and the stockings? I’m not Christian, but I do love the festivities. As a kid we chopped the tree down in our yard where my Dad grew them. I have always loved Christmas ornaments,in fact it is one of those things I collect when traveling. This year I went to a friends and chopped a tree from her backyard. Funny thing is, all the needles dropped off about 2 weeks later( yes I watered it!) it was a prickly thing that attacked me as I tried to keep it upright without a stand in a makeshift gallon of water. Frustrated, I put it outside and decided I needed another one. What an ordeal,taking all the ornaments off again. I found another tree. Doug Hamlin from Hamlin Family Christmas Trees was so sweet to trust me to send payment ( a discounted) as I had no money on me. It was a cute tiny tree! Back at it, decorating and putting stockings up…got me in the spirit. I photographed many Christmas trees this year, Trapp Family Lodge had themed trees that were amazing, too many photos to add here. I also made a fun game for two families called the “Saran Wrap” game, google it. Last time I ever buy saran wrap,ugh, can’t believe I did that, but it was a hit! I hate plastic if you didn’t know. Seeing my family for Christmas was special, first time in, I think, 20 or so years!
I celebrated the Winter Solstice at the Earth Clock at Oakledge Park. Bring back the light….Actually where did the sun go?I haven’t seen it much. I always wonder how solar power works in VT?
As you know,I Despise plastic, so this year for small gifts, I painted wooden clothespins. It was relaxing and a good meditational pastime. They can also be the chip clips were appreciated by friends who then ordered a few. They have many uses: chips,cards,reminders,business cards,notes, hair clip in a pinch… anyone else have a use for them? Let me know. Customizable.
Thank you for all those who donated to my Go Fund Me Panama Art Residency. I sent in my deposit…I am going! So many preparations…. and research, It is not funding a vacation, it is Education and I believe part of a climate change engagement. Being unplugged will feel strange but healthy.