Author Archives: Virtual Brush Box

Awareness of the outside world. PSA: Watch your buttons. I was listening to an online lecture. A voice piped up along the lines of, ‘It’s kind of boring. I could just read the book.’ They were not wrong. They were also not muted. ~~~ Beginning Forging: Blade ClassHank SimpsonShelby County Arts CouncilColumbiana AL, USANovember 2024Continue reading “Knife For Hay Bales, Or Not”

Awareness of the outside world. Cute greetings from last year, Desktop Stables: Merry Christmas! December 25, 2023. ~~~ From last year’s tree design. [Fractal Christmas Tree] ~~~ Update. two images redone. Turns out rotating an asymmetrical design requires greater attention to detail. First iterations. Can you see the error? I didn’t until after the postContinue reading “Christmas Tree Wreaths, Art”

Awareness of the outside world. Whatever Holiday Gift Guide 2024. Traditionally Published Books. Non-Traditional Books. Arts, Crafts, Music and More. Fan Favorites! Charities. ~~~ A while back, I was asked to join the cool kids. Screenshot September 2024(name & contact redacted) A pet apparel brand asked if I wanted to be an influencer. From theContinue reading “An Inexplicable Offer, State of the Blog”

Unless suddenly inspired, I’m taking a break from big camera adventures until January. Capitalize on that new year energy. Here’s one from the vaults. ~~~ BubblesJune 2024 Appeared between short videos I took of Milton driving. So, either our pasture, or the inside of my pocket. Also, weirdly tall (or wide) at 710 pixels insteadContinue reading “Weird Photo Moment, Bubbles”

Awareness of the outside world. Alabama News Center: Alabama Power’s Lineworker Career Day introduces students to utility linework, career opportunities and more, Taunton, 11.29.24. ~~~ Had two lessons at Stepping Stone Farm in November, both with Diego, a new horse. Regardless of my mental agita before, I usually feel better after a ride. Not soContinue reading “Trying To Get Back In the Saddle, November Lessons”

Awareness of the outside world. Stateline: Manufacturing already has made a comeback, After the pandemic, small cities led the first full recession recovery for factory jobs since the ’70s. Henderson, November 12, 2024. Hat tip to A. ~~~ What’s up lately? My step count. So many steps. Cold snap. Time to carry hot water toContinue reading “What’s Up Wednesday, Step Count”

Awareness of the outside world. CNN: How lavender became a symbol of LGBTQ resistance, Hastings 2020. Hat tip, The Lavender Trail. “The Lavender Trail is a counseling service that provides mental health support to individuals and couples in need.” FAQ ~~~ H-O-R-S-E not D-E-E-R Please pause to admire the length of Rodney’s mane. I amContinue reading “Tis the Other Season”