Hi•ber•nate

by | Nov 11, 2010 | Personal Touch

hi·ber·nate

verb \ˈhī-bər-ˌnāt\

hi·ber·nat·edhi·ber·nat·ing

Definition of HIBERNATE

intransitive verb
1
: to pass the winter in a torpid or resting state
2
: to be or become inactive or dormant
— hi·ber·na·tion\ˌhī-bər-ˈnā-shən\ noun
— hi·ber·na·tor\ˈhī-bər-ˌnā-tər\ noun
 

Does this sound good to anyone else? To pass the winter in a resting state? Well, maybe not totally inactive. But at least retreat to a quiet, clam creative place to paint or sew, eh? I’m ready. This sounds good to me right now. Where’s the snow? Where are the cool temps? 75 degrees again today, November 11? Hmmn.
Oh yes, 11/11, Veterans Day. Thank you veterans.

Children’s Books

by | Nov 6, 2010 | Collectables, Field Trip

When I saw this old book for sale and in pristine condition, I could not resist purchasing it. Upon receiving the book, I was finally, able to see what I had been missing on pages 78/79 in my dad’s well loved copy, that had been torn out. This is one of the books that I grew up with, looking at the pictures mostly, and I was probably the one responsible for the torn pages.  “Favorite Tales” is a favorite book (sentimental) in my collection of antique and vintage children’s books.

Today I’m off to my first regional SCBWI (Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators) conference. I can’t wait to see, hear and learn more about Children’s books and all of the aspects that will be covered there. Plus, for added fun, there will be an illustrator workshop and portfolio review with Deborah Zempke!

Let’s Talk Turkey

by | Nov 4, 2010 | Collectables, Home Arts

Time to trade in tricks and treats for the turkeys!

And start thinking about those pumpkin pies, eh?

Does anyone remember the construction paper turkeys we made in school by tracing our hand? I think I may still have one around here, somewhere.