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Finished with this year's ornaments! I swap with Swap-bot!

Thought I'd forgotten about blogging (you two people who might actually be reading this)?! I didn't...I just have been really busy. I'm posting some photos of the banner project stuff - 2009, and 2011's banners - so that I can "update" my portfolio. After the art show, I DID sell some things, which was good...but that money's gone...and so is a bunch of other money to bills. I was hoping to be able to save for my trip to England next Spring, but when it goes out as fast as it comes in, well, makes it pretty darned difficult to fly anywhere. I DID turn 20-20 between the last blog and now. I'm glad I quit smoking over five years ago - because I don't think I'd be able to ride my bike anywhere, let alone be able to walk up the hills here in town. Anyway, just checking in...posting some pics...usual stuff. :o)

4/15/11 Mermaids and Miniatures, Oh My! From Puffins to Peacocks, Grey Whales to Bunny tails, there is something for everyone in the current display of work by local artist Jennifer Larsen in the lobby of the Sylvia Beach Hotel. Titled, "It's More Than Just Black & White", this mixed media show means just that. Larsen has created black and white paintings as well as full-spectrum of color undersea paintings. Ranging from miniature pieces to large works, many of her canvases include vintage jewelry, freshwater pearls, fabric other "extras" to draw the eye and enhance the art. Also featured in the show are Larsen's well known needle felted characters as well as her stunning photography. Larsen has been painting all her life, and has been writing and creating her own comic strip for the last 17 years. After moving to Newport from Seattle, she took up needle felting, and has sold her creations all over the world through her on-line shop. Also a rep

Mister Rogers may still be able to save Public Television, even years after his death. Please, if ANYONE is reading this, PLEASE watch the video and send it on to your state senator. We NEED Public Television! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXEuEUQIP3Q