November 03, 2026

November Challenge: A Photograph

The day began well, joyful even. Puttering didn’t. I spent too much time on the Internet and watching Youtube.

Here it is early evening without my daily artwork done. I have a sketch in mind. I will do that, but not in time to post as I planned. I’m lousy on keeping challenges going. So, I’ll do the best I can. It’s only day 2. I’m not counting in Sundays. 

Thus, today’s art post is a photograph of milkweed seeds that I took today. 

Milkweed seeds
Digital photograph

Watercolor sketch
Done while watching election news tonight

What a gorgeous autumn day!

Voting day!

Please Vote!



Out and about early, I discover that when I lift my leg up slightly as I take a step, I don’t hear my left knee joint crunching. I look weird, but it works for me. After dealing with a broken wrist, I’m not keen on having a knee replacement just yet.

Good news! The Dunkin hot pumpkin latte has good flavor! I am thrilled there’s a coffee I can taste. The covid 2022 booster knocked out 90%+/- of my sense of taste and smell. There are some levels I am able to experience, some salty foods and sweet flavors. 

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This season I’ve tried a few types of bird seed to put out. My decision is that I’m going back to the bird seed I usually buy, Ace Wild Bird Seed 40lb. bag. I like that sunflower seed ratio. 

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The time is drawing near when I must clean out the coat closet. There is footwear in there that I’ve had for years, in very good condition. I feel it is time some of them make it to other feet. I’m so scared of falling, wearing clogs more than a few yards scares me. I will however, keep my 1978 clogs. 😎

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I’m so happy voting day is finally here, it feels like Christmas morning. I didn’t expect such an uplifting reaction. No more little yard signs, no more glossy cards creates a good feeling of relief and renewal. 




November 02, 2026

November Challenge

Beautiful day, sun, wind, warm with spots of color across the landscape. The main color is the gray mauve of millions of bare branches. In the distance the atmosphere of blue.

Green Mountains
east of Middlebury Vermont 

I saw the above this morning.

Below, a dabbling in watercolors tonight. 



On the second day

Green Mountains
east from Middlebury Vermont

Early into November, the ambient temperatures are showing off with a display of warmth. The sun shinning so often is lovely. The wind adds a magical vibe to these mid autumn days. 

Bone density test today. I experienced minimal anxiety. Raises the question in my mind: Who am I?

I’m the same person doing well catching up on chores. New ones are cropping up. Years ago, I went through a 3 layer paint furniture fad. This winter there are signs of a strip paint back to wood phase going on. Stay tuned. πŸ˜‚