Natural Deodorant

Mix together:

3 T coconut oil

2 T baking soda

2 T arrowroot or cornstarch

essential oils, like tea tree oil, are optional

After a shower, when completely dry -- rub a small amount all around
(any excess can go on your toes -- keeps them smooth and smelling good, too!).

Ambrotype | Daguerreotype

What is the difference between a daguerreotype, an ambrotype and a tintype? (click here to find out)

Vintage Fabric

I love the yearly ritual of pulling out my Spring and Summer clothing, as the weather warms. Here are some details of new-to-me but quite old pieces my dearest friend, Carol, gave to me.

Blue

"Blue  here is a shell for you
Inside you'll hear a sigh
A foggy lullaby
There is your song from me"
-Joni Mitchell 

Happy Spring Equinox!

Have you heard? March Solar Eclipse = Total System Reboot.

Tiny Paintings

1 Window | 2 Stools

helping paint Carol's new home - March 1st

Remembering Summer

Homemade cherry simple syrup (not color added -- that's just the beautiful fruit!)

FAC | Audubon

A Naturalist & an Artist: John James Audubon & Kevin Sloan

March 7 through May 31 at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center

Hidden | Reflection

Abiquiu Reservoir

Happy Birthday, Sara

I hope your life is filled with light, love, and laughter. Thinking of you always.

Green Brick | Blue Sky

Building on Cascade Avenue in Colorado Springs