Apparently I was not the only one touched by the story of Christian, the hugging lion. There is a movie in the works.
Read about it HERE
Hugs,
B
September 09, 2008
September 05, 2008
Christian, the Hugging Lion
If you think animals aren't capable of love, and deserving of compassion, then watch this and think again.
September 02, 2008
Maybe the Solution is Aqua Globes
This past weekend we redecorated the bedroom (it's awesome, by the way!) and along with new bedding and drapes, we bought some really cool plants. I've had mixed luck with plants in the past - I do great with outdoor plants, but for some reason, my indoor plant luck has been a little less than stellar. I am a classic over-waterer, and that is probably more fatal than under-watering.
So, not wanting my new plants to die, but wanting large plants in my bedroom, I decided to give these Aqua Globes that I've seen on TV a try.
Before I bought them I poked around the Internet for some opinions, and the one that really convinced me was some nursery owner who experimented on six identical plants; two were not watered, two were watered when staff felt it was appropriate, and two had the Aqua Globes inserted.
The two that were not watered were, not surprisingly, dead after two weeks. The two that were watered by nursery staff were limp. The two with the Aqua Globes were in perfect condition.
Good enough for me.
So, next step - scour the Internet for the best prices. After searching the biggest and most obvious shopping sites, I was surprised to find that the official Aqua Globe site had the cheapest prices. However, once you added in shipping ($7.95) and tax in my state (California) the price began to climb. Still cheaper than any others I found online. Then I stumbled onto the fact that they are sold at Bed, Bath & Beyond.
Bingo.
So, I trotted down to my local BB&B and there they were. A set of two for $9.99. So, even though that is a hair more than the official site price, once you exclude the cost of shipping the price becomes a couple dollars less.
I bought three sets, filled up three and put them in my new houseplants. And did I mention how cool looking they are? Well, if not - they are.
I did run into a minor snag right away. One of my plants had some really large potting material, apparently for extra-good drainage. My Aqua Globe placed into this plant pot slowly emptied all the way. I'm not worried or disappointed about that. My remedy is to re-pot the plant into denser soil. The drainage should be a non-issue because I won't be hand-watering, and I trust the Aqua Globes to do their job of dispensing only as much water as the plant needs.
My other two plants are doing what they're supposed to. A couple of air bubbles, a little water dispensed, and the globes worked like a charm.
So, the experiment is on...
More on this in two weeks.
B
So, not wanting my new plants to die, but wanting large plants in my bedroom, I decided to give these Aqua Globes that I've seen on TV a try.
Before I bought them I poked around the Internet for some opinions, and the one that really convinced me was some nursery owner who experimented on six identical plants; two were not watered, two were watered when staff felt it was appropriate, and two had the Aqua Globes inserted.
The two that were not watered were, not surprisingly, dead after two weeks. The two that were watered by nursery staff were limp. The two with the Aqua Globes were in perfect condition.
Good enough for me.
So, next step - scour the Internet for the best prices. After searching the biggest and most obvious shopping sites, I was surprised to find that the official Aqua Globe site had the cheapest prices. However, once you added in shipping ($7.95) and tax in my state (California) the price began to climb. Still cheaper than any others I found online. Then I stumbled onto the fact that they are sold at Bed, Bath & Beyond.
Bingo.
So, I trotted down to my local BB&B and there they were. A set of two for $9.99. So, even though that is a hair more than the official site price, once you exclude the cost of shipping the price becomes a couple dollars less.
I bought three sets, filled up three and put them in my new houseplants. And did I mention how cool looking they are? Well, if not - they are.
I did run into a minor snag right away. One of my plants had some really large potting material, apparently for extra-good drainage. My Aqua Globe placed into this plant pot slowly emptied all the way. I'm not worried or disappointed about that. My remedy is to re-pot the plant into denser soil. The drainage should be a non-issue because I won't be hand-watering, and I trust the Aqua Globes to do their job of dispensing only as much water as the plant needs.
My other two plants are doing what they're supposed to. A couple of air bubbles, a little water dispensed, and the globes worked like a charm.
So, the experiment is on...
More on this in two weeks.
B
Something to Reflect On
You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in your book.
Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed.
Psalm 139:13-16 NLT
Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed.
Psalm 139:13-16 NLT
September 01, 2008
And We're Off!
Happy Labor Day!
We are now officially into the 2008 Holiday Season.
This is my favorite time of year because from now through January there are major holidays every month. I love that!
So, happy holiday season everyone :-)
B
We are now officially into the 2008 Holiday Season.
This is my favorite time of year because from now through January there are major holidays every month. I love that!
So, happy holiday season everyone :-)
B
August 29, 2008
My Gift from the Islands
I love tropical flowers and plants, and being in Hawaii is like heaven on earth when it comes to beautiful plants. Wild orchids grow along the sides of roads, and the high-end / high-dollar plants you might be lucky enough to find in some nurseries and florists are yours for the picking there.
I can't resist stocking up on the (legally) exportable cuttings you can bring home, and have done so on every trip. I'm also lucky enough that my friends and family who travel to Hawaii usually bring a little something home for me.
My Hawaiian White Ginger plant, which was a small cutting when I received it as a gift from Hawaii, is blooming like crazy. (Yay!) Not only are the flowers delicately beautiful, but they are so highly fragranced that one small flower can perfume a small backyard.
This morning I couldn't resist picking a couple to bring inside. I don't know how these blossoms will do once picked, but I will within the next day or so.
Here is a photograph of my morning bounty of Hawaiian White Ginger...
Aloha...
I can't resist stocking up on the (legally) exportable cuttings you can bring home, and have done so on every trip. I'm also lucky enough that my friends and family who travel to Hawaii usually bring a little something home for me.
My Hawaiian White Ginger plant, which was a small cutting when I received it as a gift from Hawaii, is blooming like crazy. (Yay!) Not only are the flowers delicately beautiful, but they are so highly fragranced that one small flower can perfume a small backyard.
This morning I couldn't resist picking a couple to bring inside. I don't know how these blossoms will do once picked, but I will within the next day or so.
Here is a photograph of my morning bounty of Hawaiian White Ginger...
Aloha...
August 28, 2008
Back to School
Yep, it's that time of year again, folks. Everyone back to school.
Hub is on the last leg of his Master's - which is finishing up his thesis. The soccer moms are not quite ready to rock the roads, but we're waiting for the local elementary school grand prix to begin any day now. (Is that the sound of SUV engines revving in the distance??) And I have managed to commit the negative time I have into a little more negative time by signing up for a portrait class.
I haven't taken classes for awhile now, and I really kind of miss it. I also miss having access to the darkroom, so that was a big plus in my decision to go back to school.
Why a portrait class?
I want to learn some new lighting techniques, and I love having assignments that force me out of my comfort zone.
Off I go...
The Student
Hub is on the last leg of his Master's - which is finishing up his thesis. The soccer moms are not quite ready to rock the roads, but we're waiting for the local elementary school grand prix to begin any day now. (Is that the sound of SUV engines revving in the distance??) And I have managed to commit the negative time I have into a little more negative time by signing up for a portrait class.
I haven't taken classes for awhile now, and I really kind of miss it. I also miss having access to the darkroom, so that was a big plus in my decision to go back to school.
Why a portrait class?
I want to learn some new lighting techniques, and I love having assignments that force me out of my comfort zone.
Off I go...
The Student
August 27, 2008
New Picture - "The Secret Door"
While walking to the beach I stumbled upon this secret door, almost totally hidden from view by foliage.
August 25, 2008
Seal Beach Boogie!
Took a little mini-adventure up to Seal Beach yesterday - mostly, because I realized a few weeks ago that I did not have any pictures of the Seal Beach Pier.
Problem solved.
I'll be adding these pictures to my website shortly, but I wanted to share them on my blog first.
Problem solved.
I'll be adding these pictures to my website shortly, but I wanted to share them on my blog first.
August 22, 2008
Australia - Yeah, baby!
Finally...a vacation! I'm so looking forward to seeing this awesome place. I've been scouring the Internet to make sure I get pictures of as many places as I can.
Wait, is it still a vacation when I plan on taking a gabillion pictures?
Hmm...
G'day!
B
August 12, 2008
July 29, 2008
Very Scary - The Schapelle Corby Story
Sometimes we forget that each decision and action in our lives, whether by choice or chance, takes us on very specific paths in our life journey. Sometimes we don't know the outcome for decades, if ever, but sometimes the results are hard, fast and vivid.
When you see what has happened to this poor girl it will probably terrify you, like it has me. What started out as a great vacation, ends up being the nightmare to end all nightmares.
For more info check these links:
http://www.freeschapelle.com.au/forum
Schapelle's book - No More Tomorrows
When you see what has happened to this poor girl it will probably terrify you, like it has me. What started out as a great vacation, ends up being the nightmare to end all nightmares.
For more info check these links:
http://www.freeschapelle.com.au/forum
Schapelle's book - No More Tomorrows
July 26, 2008
July 23, 2008
July 19, 2008
New Pictures - Pacific Sunsets Collages
Here's a little something different. Three different collages made up of my Pacific Sunsets series of images.
You can see larger versions on my website
You can see larger versions on my website
July 10, 2008
July 07, 2008
"Grandeur" Wins First Place!
I just got back from the Orange County Fairgrounds to get my picture taken with my winning entry, and I found out that my winning picture is Grandeur!
:-D
:-D
July 03, 2008
New Pictures :-)
LAGUNA COAST
CRASH
WHITE WATER
CRESCENT BAY SUNSET
LAGUNA GLOW
WE THREECool water and peaceful sunsets!
B
July 02, 2008
I WON!
Remember I told you a few postings ago that I had two pictures juried into the 2008 Orange County Fair?
Well, yesterday I was lucky enought to get a phone call from a very nice lady from the Visual Arts Department telling me I had won FIRST PLACE!
Whoo-hoo!
I'm not sure which of my entries won (she didn't know either), but I'll find out on Monday and you'll be the second to know, after me!
It's one of these two...
I'M...SOOO....HAPPY!!!!
:-D
Well, yesterday I was lucky enought to get a phone call from a very nice lady from the Visual Arts Department telling me I had won FIRST PLACE!
Whoo-hoo!
I'm not sure which of my entries won (she didn't know either), but I'll find out on Monday and you'll be the second to know, after me!
It's one of these two...
I'M...SOOO....HAPPY!!!!
:-D
July News...
HAPPY JULY, EVERYONE!
I hope you all have lots of fun plans coming up, including the many art walks and street fairs in the area.
June was a wonderful month for me, with great sales and meeting some really nice people. The new coordinator of the Village Art Fair in San Clemente is an absolute "dream" to work with, and, as always, the ladies of the Newport Beach Arts Foundation put on a great Art in the Park. I feel very fortunate to be able to work with these fine people.
JUNE WINNERS
Congrats to
CINNAMON STANLOW
of Cinnamon Jewelry
She was the 10,000th hit on my blog and won a print of her choice from my website. She chose this one:
ANNIE GATES, DOMINIC GALPIN and ANNE COLEMAN
for winning this month's drawing for a gallery print of MOM'S MOTEL
JULY GIVEAWAY
In honor of meeting a SUPER nice lady named Sandy Miller, who is the new owner of my large canvas of Tower Window, July's print giveaway will be for a print of Tower Window!
If you'd like to be entered in my monthly drawings, and have not signed my official guestbook at an event, simply leave a comment or send me an email and you'll be entered!
Good luck, everyone!
Remember, to purchase any of my work simply contact me by email or phone, and we'll work together to create something you'll love and be proud to display in your home or office.
NO RISK!
Last, but not least, ask me about NO FEE commission work! Ever wanted a particular piece of photographic art, but never quite found what you were looking for? I take the risk out of commissioning custom imaging. ~ Ask me how ~
That's it for this month. I hope to see you at one of my July events. Make sure you come up and say hi!
Memento Vivere!
Barbara
WHERE I’LL BE IN JULY
JULY 3, 2008 (Thurs)
1st THURSDAY ART WALK - LAGUNA BEACH
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Artist Eye Laguna Gallery
1294 S. Coast Hwy. #A, Laguna Beach
(949) 497-5898
(PCH @ Cress)
CHECK THIS SITE FOR FREE ENTRY TO SAWDUST FESTIVAL
AND FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS:
JULY 6, 2008 (Sunday)
VILLAGE ART FAIR - SAN CLEMENTE
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
111 Del Mar Street, San Clemente
(In front of Billy's Deli)
JULY 12, 2008 (Saturday)
2nd SATURDAY ART WALK, LONG BEACH
4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
(Find me in Space 22)
East Village Arts District, Long Beach
(Linden Street between First and Broadway)
I hope you all have lots of fun plans coming up, including the many art walks and street fairs in the area.
June was a wonderful month for me, with great sales and meeting some really nice people. The new coordinator of the Village Art Fair in San Clemente is an absolute "dream" to work with, and, as always, the ladies of the Newport Beach Arts Foundation put on a great Art in the Park. I feel very fortunate to be able to work with these fine people.
JUNE WINNERS
Congrats to
CINNAMON STANLOW
of Cinnamon Jewelry
She was the 10,000th hit on my blog and won a print of her choice from my website. She chose this one:
ANNIE GATES, DOMINIC GALPIN and ANNE COLEMAN
for winning this month's drawing for a gallery print of MOM'S MOTEL
JULY GIVEAWAY
In honor of meeting a SUPER nice lady named Sandy Miller, who is the new owner of my large canvas of Tower Window, July's print giveaway will be for a print of Tower Window!
If you'd like to be entered in my monthly drawings, and have not signed my official guestbook at an event, simply leave a comment or send me an email and you'll be entered!
Good luck, everyone!
Remember, to purchase any of my work simply contact me by email or phone, and we'll work together to create something you'll love and be proud to display in your home or office.
NO RISK!
Last, but not least, ask me about NO FEE commission work! Ever wanted a particular piece of photographic art, but never quite found what you were looking for? I take the risk out of commissioning custom imaging. ~ Ask me how ~
That's it for this month. I hope to see you at one of my July events. Make sure you come up and say hi!
Memento Vivere!
Barbara
WHERE I’LL BE IN JULY
JULY 3, 2008 (Thurs)
1st THURSDAY ART WALK - LAGUNA BEACH
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Artist Eye Laguna Gallery
1294 S. Coast Hwy. #A, Laguna Beach
(949) 497-5898
(PCH @ Cress)
CHECK THIS SITE FOR FREE ENTRY TO SAWDUST FESTIVAL
AND FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS:
JULY 6, 2008 (Sunday)
VILLAGE ART FAIR - SAN CLEMENTE
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
111 Del Mar Street, San Clemente
(In front of Billy's Deli)
JULY 12, 2008 (Saturday)
2nd SATURDAY ART WALK, LONG BEACH
4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
(Find me in Space 22)
East Village Arts District, Long Beach
(Linden Street between First and Broadway)
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