Below normal

It's so incredibly nice to have weather cooler than the norm for this time of year. Our windows are open, a slight breeze wafts through every few minutes and there's a sense of energy in the household. I've been cleaning, Steve is cooking and the dogs are just chillin'.

We began our day at St. Mary's in Napa. Then came home and functioned, did things, got things crossed off the to-do list.

I created a little art nook in my office. Now I have a table and chair by a window. There's a lamp if I'm working in the evening. My Art Bin is next to me, loaded with supplies -- in addition to all I have on the shelves around the room. I can see what's going on outdoors and, best of all, the occasional house finch comes to visit the bird feeder attached to the window.

Next task: Draw!