Dolphins - Florida Keys

Always try and stop by The Dolphin Research Center in Grassy Key when visiting the Florida Keys.  This is a forever home place.  This is Gipsy :)

Sunset in Key West

Sunset in Key West. A little warmth for my family & friends back home in Minnesota

Spotted Eagle Ray Painting - semi finished

A project in the works. First time I try and paint a Spotted Eagle Ray.  Will have to share the finish version as soon as I can figure it when it's actually done...ha!

Happy New Year

It's been a while since I wrote anything.  Its been a very busy year personally and didn't have much to say about this Vikings season.  Happy New Year to All.
Here's a shot I took in Key West, December 2013.

Monarch Butterfly Garden

Plant some Milkweed...watch it get devoured by caterpillars & end up with beautiful Monarch Butterflies like this one, taking over your yard.  

Butterfly Garden

I started a butterfly garden in my back yard. So far I have about 4 types showing up.  These are mating Gulf Fritillary...they love the purple passion vine.   That's all you need to plant to have these become frequent visitors in your South Florida yard.

Its so peaceful to go in the back yard with a cup of coffee & watch the butterflies dance around the flowers.

Most enjoyable is my art studio since it faces the back yard. I open the windows and watch the butterflies flutter around the yard as I paint.  

An easy project with beautiful results

Life Changing

I just realized how long it has been since I checked my blog.  I have become a Grandma - completely changed my life. Next month he will be year old.  A Grandson! He can watch the Vikings games with Grandma lol!! AND its football season so here we go.