Author Archives: Virtual Brush Box

Why do I keep chugging along? I’m not building a brand. I’m not selling a book. Most – not all, waves hi! – of the folks who read are people I know IRL. Waves hi! I admire people who build vibrant online communities. That does not appear to be my calling. So why? Years ago,Continue reading “More Thinking About Posts, State of the Blog”

Awareness of the outside world. Several websites, such as Explore Fall, give updates on leaf color for the entire US. Old Farmer’s Almanac has an, “animated map showing the progression of fall colors,” OFA: 2025 Fall Foliage Map & Peak Leaf Color Guide. Others sites report by state or region. ~~~ Zone 5a2023 USDA PlantContinue reading “The Leaves Are Leaving, Photography”

Adventures from the outside world. Vicarious travel. Time & Miles: Across the Peninsula: Chasing a Dream on Icelandic Horses. ~~~ Saddle Pad Bamboo Lined Logo Quilted Saddle PadFreedman’s Harness I like that it is slightly stiff. Less worry about folds or wrinkles under the saddle. I like the feel of the padding, but that isContinue reading “Saddlebred Supplies II”

Awareness of the outside world. In honor of Yom Kippur. “Forgive yourself” by Rachel Alana Falconer. FB: Circle of Women, Instagram: nazynassim. Be sure to scroll down for the entire poem. If I find the original site, will post. Hat tip to E. ~~~ Traces Leather TracesWinner’s Circle Horse Supply ASB compatible traces to synchronizeContinue reading “Saddlebred Supplies I”

Awareness of the outside world. Fix The News. “Each week, we find stories of progress from around the world.” FTN: About. Substack has a ‘Let’s see something first’ option. ~~~ We knew Milton wasn’t a good racehorse. We didn’t realize how very much not good he was. “In case you missed it, The Jockey ClubContinue reading “Milton’s Remarkable Race Record”

Awareness of the outside world. Upworthy, “Upworthy is a media brand on a mission to share uplifting stories that foster positive connections — with the community, the world and our partners.” Up: About. ~~~ That time of year. When it is autumn at night but summer in the light. When the horses have brought outContinue reading “The Plural Season”

Art of the outside world. World Famous Crochet Museum. Website is dated 2019. Trip Advisor has reviews dated 2025, TA:WFCM. ~~~ Scheduling conflicts necessitate taking a break from art class posts. Back next week. [Acrylic Class #3] Atlantic Coast Yarns, Shannon DK – 92% merino, 4% cashmere, 4% silk, #9753. Mostly because it looked prettyContinue reading “Alternative to Doomscrolling, Crochet Cat Mat, Fiber Art”