Tag Archives: Black Bristol Paper

In a Canyon

Posted on April 23, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

I notice now, after six weeks of sheltering-in-place, that our daily walk has gone from a duty to a treat. We have gotten away from our predictable 40-minute routine and moved out much further from home, seeing something wonderful most … Continue reading →

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Day 12, Talking about Coronavirus

Posted on March 21, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

Like others, we have been talking on the phone or Skyping more often in the last few weeks. This evening when our son called, I had my sketchbook in hand and was in the midst of a drawing. I just … Continue reading →

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Tide Pool 2

Posted on March 19, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

Early in March, I sketched at the Torrey Pines tidal pools just north of San Diego. I liked my sketch but thought I could do better. Since I also took many photos, I was able to use these along with … Continue reading →

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Scrabble Wars on Day 9 of Sheltering in Place

Posted on March 17, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

Over the last some forty years, we have played our share of competitive Scrabble. Along with a fire to offset some unusual cold and rain, vying for the best plays helped pass day 9 of sheltering in place. We are … Continue reading →

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Poles on a Hill

Posted on March 3, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

My ophthalmologist moved to a new office, and the view from the waiting room made me grateful for my good vision. Our California hills are green and the air was clear. I felt like I could see for 20 miles … Continue reading →

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A Good Place to Read

Posted on February 19, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

This morning when I got up, my sister was reading on the patio where we are staying in Antigua. She looked so lovely sitting there with the shining tiles, the greenery in the background, and the two potted plants. It … Continue reading →

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Wind on Lake Atitlan

Posted on February 17, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

I started this on Saturday as we were lurching our way across Largo de Atitlan in Guatemala. The wind was blowing and the waves seemed huge. I felt a sense of danger at the roughness but calmed down when I … Continue reading →

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