Thoughts from the pond
This time of year, June and July, the dragonflies are very present in and around our garden koi pond. The dragonfly has always been a special symbol for me of transformation from cocoon to dragonfly in flight. As I continue to develop new skill and insight in drawing and painting, I feel the slow transformation that a dragonfly-to-be must feel.
There have been new beginnings or re-beginnings in other areas also this summer. Our venture into gardening this season has produced a small yield so far; however, what a delight it has been to harvest a zucchini or a few tomatoes in the garden and I am beginning to learn what to do next year differently in planting.
Also, this last winter and Spring I worked on and completed a large painting of the Carson River (this river is located in Hope Valley in the Sierra), which as of this month is now being displayed at Folsom City Hall in Folsom, CA. And, after a fifteen year hiatus, my husband has returned to Sierra fishing and we hope to visit our old favorite fishing spots this summer and I hope for new sketches and paintings to share with you.
Also, a new beginning this Spring, involved creating a new website (www.marytheresestudio.com)
I welcome your feedback on this site.
Summer, I am finding out, can be a time of transformation and renewal to prepare for the harvest in the fall and the holiday season. Wishing you gentle transformation and renewal in whatever area that you want to explore. Wishing you a happy and fruitful summer.
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