These days I love noticing "supermarket flowers".
The hellebore is in full bloom at the market by my home.
I just couldn't resist capturing one in my lens.
Watermelon Portraits by Christine Miller was found at the Portland Art Museum this week. Now for some this would not be picked as a favorite, but it touched me. The watermelon has been historically stereotyped to represent Black people and culture. The fruit was domesticated in northeast Africa more than 4,000 years ago and as a symbol of African American freedom. For the artist, the seeds symbolize Black resilience.
Another part of the exhibit. I went to the Portland Art Museum to see modern art by Rothko, but this separate exhibit of black artists drew me in. Being open to surprises is part of following a path to adventure.
From my kitchen window. Do you see the little one so close, but with the barrier of the window between us? My "live-in gardener" and I are soooo excited to see the hummers discover the feeder.
January is National Hot Tea Month
I finished reading The Last Letter of Rachel Ellsworth by Barbara O'Neal and really enjoyed it. Love reading with my morning tea.
“Do you want an adventure now…or would you like to have your tea first?” Peter Pan
I thought this quote was perfect for my year of adventure.
Next month my tea group will celebrate Chinese New Years, the year of the horse. We bring a small gift for everyone. This week I made tea brewing counters, but they could be for counting anything. What do you count?
So that was the days that transpired last week. Looking forward into a new week with new adventures. Right now, it looks like paperwork, ugh! But I am hoping for some surprises.
Sending love,
Marilyn
Hellebores are such pretty flowers, but rather expensive to purchase here. They do last a long time in the garden and are very reliable.
ReplyDeleteHot tea is good in any month! The counters are a great idea for a small gift.
This looks like a wonderful exhibit -- lots of variety. Your hellebore is beautiful. They had some at Trader Joe last week, quite inexpensively. I resisted, as I'm trying to winter my geraniums, but I may try to plant some in the spring. I'm not sure how they'll do here, but worth a shot. I think now I'll go make a cuppa tea!
ReplyDeleteI need to get over to the Portland Art Museum too - I have not been there for years and what a lovely thing to do on a cold rainy Oregon day! Thanks for the nudge, Marilyn.
ReplyDeleteYes, I see the hummer, but mostly I see your pretty cobalt blue glass vases. I also have one that a blog friend gave me. I didn't realize January was National Hot Tea Month. Makes sense though, as it's so cold we tend to drink more tea! The beaded items you made are delightful with so much color. Have a good rest of the week, Marilyn.
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