Thirteen Things about Leanne, Thursday, January 12, 2006 My other Thirteens 1. This is the 21st time I’ve done this thing, and I’m changing my format, so there. 2. I’ve been insanely busy over here, and was almost not going to do my 13 today. 3. I’ve been doing well with my fitness program […]

Because it’s cold. Because there was frost on the grass this morning. Because while burning over 100 CD’s worth of data, photography and paintings lastnight, I saw this one image and stopped for a moment to appreciate nature, and what I miss over the winter months. I miss my flowers, birds, warm breezes, green trees, […]

I have never – in 13 years of living in this area – seen a pelican on the Mississippi River until this past Sunday. He was big. BIG. He surprised me, because he was among a big flock of geese, ducks, swans and seagulls that were resting along the river. Gorgeous.

Every year, several bald eagles migrate south to areas where it’s easier to fish on the ice. Since we live on the Mississippi, we get to host many of them through the winter months. Right now there’s no ice, really, but they’re hanging out, fishing on the inlets of the river and nesting in groupings […]

Caption these Geese! (As many times as you’d like, just for fun!)

This is a Grapple. Smells like a grape, tastes like an apple! At least that’s what the package says. It does smell like it was hanging out in the grape drawer for a while. From the website: Experience the wonderful new flavor of Gr?pple® brand apples. Imagine the sweet distinctive flavor of Concord grapes combined […]

(from last progress update… “This is an 11×14 oil painting, a custom dog portrait – he’s a black poodle…”) Here’s the first layer of Joey’s fur. His eyes, nose and mouth are done, although I’ll probably add a smidge more shine to his teeth and tongue. I’m estimating about 3-4 more layers of paint for […]

Thirteen Things about Leanne, Thursday, January 4, 2006 My other Thirteens * * Posted Wednesday night, ’cause there’s birthdays and blogroll info involved! * *1. We’ve got a bunch of TT Cappies out there! Hop on by and wish Renee (1/4), Crystal (1/6), Steph (1/6) and Charity (1/9) Happy Birthdays, and if you guys are […]

Were the words she said to me today. YEAHHH!! You’re looking at the blog of the newest designer on staff for E.Webscapes, the most awesomest blog and website design service joint on the web! Dang. I’m so excited. What a New Year so far, eh? Okay I’ll blog it in the TT Thursday, but you […]