Author Archives: Virtual Brush Box

Awareness of the outside world. I got misgendered again. Waiting in a line, other person says, This gentleman can go first. Per usual, he got flustered as soon as I spoke. He explained that it was because I was wearing a winter hat. Dude (he was definitely male presenting), you’re just making it worse. WomenContinue reading “Potholes Along The Road, Horse Shopping”

Awareness of the outside world. Watching the NYC mayoral election. This one feels generational. Business as usual vs a whole new direction. Which philosophy will prevail. ~~~ We take a walk with our horses first thing every morning. Therefore, we benefit from the time change. I still don’t like it. I still hate the StygianContinue reading “Morning Light, Morning Walk Stories”

Awareness of the outside world. Watched Flintstones Christmas Carol over the weekend. Retellings fascinate me. My inner traditional curmudgeon wanted to declare it Not! Yet! Christmas! My practical side acknowledged that this particular ship has not only sailed but has fallen off the edge of the world. At least it was November. ~~~ Added toContinue reading “Winter Wear, Gloves For Me”

Awareness of the outside world. The Alternative Limb Project. Prosthetics as wearable art. ~~~ I’ve seen several ways to make a book, or booklet, from one piece of paper. This method was new to me. The triangular pages within the book could be decorative elements or, if one were clever, could be mix-and-match pages thatContinue reading “Folded Book, Paper Art”

Do I make changes in old posts? No. But also, it depends. The underlying premise is that the post was what it was at the time. I may think I went overboard on the subtitles. Well, perhaps. But that was my theory at the time. State of the Blog [Archives] Things I Don’t Change Labels.Continue reading “Retroactive Changes, State of the Blog”

Awareness of the outside world. “Research shows hyperactivity isn’t caused by sugar itself … in a meta-analysis in the 1990s, there was no impact … Sugary treats often appear at exciting social events … Expectancy bias is powerful, as it shapes what we see. YLE: Halloween candy: A smart guide for parents, Jetelina & Maisano,Continue reading “Spooky Season, Food Photography”

Horses of the outside world. Nationals starts today. Feeling wistful. Not that I want to be there necessarily, but I’d like to be doing something. [Where I Am Not] ~~~ I feel the need to keep track of my lessons. File this for reference rather than for gripping narrative. Recent Lessons Saddle seat. Driving with Boogie.Continue reading “Lesson Log For October”