My husband was in China for over a week, so I had the perfect opportunity to work in the studio without pressure. Not that he adds pressure, but I pressure myself to spend time doing things like mopping up coffee spills from the kitchen floor or grocery shopping before I make art which never seems to happen these days. I was so worried and so stressed for so much of the time that I just froze. No more! I'm going to get on the ball and, to quote Lisa Vollrath, just make something! It may not be a big or major something, but I need to get into the practice of making art every day.
In the meantime, I'm enjoying my husband's tales of his big adventure. As an Air Force brat, I have traveled a lot, including a three year tour of duty in the Philippines. This trip to China was his first to Asia. He brought me a most magnificent black pearl and diamond pendant along with a couple of gorgeous fans, newspapers (my funny reqeust) and the mandatory refrigerator magnets (a regular addition to our collection for any trip we make, whether as a family or solo).
I'm glad I was able to help him prepare for the trip, including making sure he got the appropriate injections and medications (the "just in case" kind). He had a magnificent trip. We were up until 2:30 a.m. with him sharing photos and stories. I can't wait until he retires and we can make these trips together. He's a terrific and really funny travel buddy. We ARE the Simpsons!
Tomorrow the focus returns to art. I've goofed around and allowed myself to be distracted, but I'm going to get back to business. I'll have to post whatever I do. There's some pressure! :-)
