I’m so pleased that Be It Ever So Humble was chosen to be part of the annual art auction at Verge Center for the Arts.

This mixed-media work combines a silver gelatin photograph with color pencil, acrylic, wax pastel, and found objects on a small wooden box. At just twelve inches tall, it invites an intimate, up-close experience—a quiet moment of discovery for those who take the time to look closely.

I am holding on to hope right now. Even as I see things in my country continue to unravel—when military actions are being taken against our own cities—I have to hold on to hope. I have to believe that even if things get worse, they can and will be better again.

It’s fall, and I’ve been busy with more things than I’ll burden you with right now! So far, I’m managing to keep up with all my deadlines — including one I almost forgot about. Thankfully, I got a reminder email (and actually read it!).

That email reminded me to deliver a piece

I’ve been juggling a couple of big projects lately, both with nearly the same deadline—no wonder this past week flew by!

The first is my Dissonance series. Earlier this year, I was invited to participate in an exhibition called The Art of Resistance. I already had these works in mind, so I said yes.

The practice of gratitude is a core part of my own faith—and many other faith traditions as well. Beyond its spiritual roots, gratitude is also known to bring real health benefits, from lowering stress to lifting overall well-being. I know that our official gratitude holiday is coming, but I don’t think we can be too thankful.

As I reflect on my life right now, I feel grateful for so much.