Spring....You're here!! Come out, come out!

These chilly days, as we approach the end of March, are OK as long as we remember there have already been some warm days, and to remind ourselves that we have lots of nice days ahead. And......... the sun is shining on and off today to remind us it's still there waiting to come out !!!

I've been trying to finish up some folk art projects, and to get as much ready for next week after I have surgery on my RIGHT shoulder. I've heard enough stories about the healing process that I'm trying to prepare mentally as well as practically. I'm hoping I'll at least have my fingers to use for bracing or balancing against. I'm blessed with thoughtful children who will be here to help with my recovery. Katie is even coming from PA for a week of 'in-home' care!

This week I let my beloved LIBERTY pontoon boat go to a new owner after having 25 good years of work and play on her. There's a lot of up-keep that was about to get ahead of me. It seems that a quarter century is a good milestone time to let her go. I have lots of good.. even GREAT memories of times shared with friends and lugging driftwood home so I could keep creating! Friends have been understanding in helping me decide to let go. I'm sure her new owner will be tender with her. AND I will still have kayaking days to look forward to! It IS possible to gather driftwood from a kayak!! And lots of pieces yet to be made!

That's enough with words. I wanted to show you what has happened with the rabbit population since I last posted here. Note how the last group of driftwood rabbits has some new 'friends' in their midst! They are all up for adoption if you want to inquire, feel free to e mail me at .

Lets keep looking for those sunny days, and enjoy each day till then.

Till later.........
Marge

A Spring Break!

It's been a long Winter! Signs of Spring are in the air this week, and I'm moved to get back here with you!

February was a sad time for the family. The children were all here to say farewell to their Dad, Bob Mable. He was a
fine father, and left his mark on us all in many ways.

The time for creating Driftwood Rabbits has begun, and I've made a few of them to date. I'm soon going to be
one-armed for awhile, with Rotator Cuff Surgery in April. It's my right arm, so I've been practicing doing such things
as using the mouse, combing my hair, writing, etc, with my left hand. Not good!! But I expect to survive the
"immobilization" and re-hab and be better than I have been for awhile.

So, I may decide to use lower case fonts and do less on the computer for awhile. I may even try painting
left-handed!! But I'm counting on kayaking this summer! And by the way. I'm about ready to put my pontoon boat, LIBERTY
on Craig's list, if you know anyone who needs a much loved boat!

The Spring Valley Junction Art Market will have be on hold for me this year in May, but I hope to do the Fall Show and the
Art on the Prairie Show in Perry in November. I also hope to have some pieces in The Peterson's Perry Art Galley on and off.
We artist's don't retire!!

Thanks for being patient and "stay tuned" for the next entry soon!!

Till Later.......
Marge