Follow Your Heart "26 Miles Across The Sea"

Six simple rituals for more winning: 1. Drink a glass of water when you wake up. Your body loses water while you sleep, so you’re naturally dehydrated in the morning. A glass of water when you wake helps start your day fresh. 2. Define your top 3. Every morning ask yourself, “What are the top three most important tasks that I will complete today?” Prioritizes your day accordingly and don’t sleep until the Top 3 are complete. 3. The 50/10 Rule. Solo-task and do more faster by working in 50/10 increments. Use a timer to work for 50 minutes on only one important task with 10 minute breaks in between. Spend your 10 minutes getting away from your desk, going outside, calling friends, meditating, or grabbing a glass of water. 4. Move and sweat daily. Regular movement keeps us healthy and alert. It boosts energy and mood, and relieves stress. 5. Express gratitude. Gratitude fosters happiness. Each morning, think of at least five things you’re thankful for. In times of stress, pause and reflect on these things. 6. Reflect daily. Bring closure to your day through 10 minutes of reflection. Asks yourself, “What went well?” and “What needs improvement?”

6 Simple Rituals (via obsessivecompulsive)

Isn't this just so enchanting?!

Now, let’s see, where were we? Oh yes, although it’s not Christmas, it’s never too early for a little sight-seeing. Original watercolor on Arches paper, 11” x 14”, by Chuck Jones circa 1942, possibly titled “Deck the Halls”. 

Speaking of Christmas, if you’d like to win a chance for a free trip to outer space (or other cool stuff), visit the Urgency Network’s Chuck Jones page. You never know, you may just end up looking down on the earth from several hundred miles above the planet. Now, that’s cool. 

I love this kitchen!!

luxe

(Bunnies and Sunshine)

Easter is coming up! And it’s a terrible time for pet store bunnies!

Rabbits are marketed as “easy”, short-lived, starter pets, especially during the Easter holidays, but that couldn’t be farther from the truth! A healthy, well cared for bunny can live just as long as the average cat or dog- 10-12 years!

What’s more, they have more complex needs than a cat or a dog. Rabbits are prey animals and do not behave or show affection in the same way as predators like cats and dogs; they don’t deal well with being outside-only animals; they can get sad if they’re on their own and don’t receive enough attention; and if they’re bought as a male and female couple, they can start reproducing from as early as 5-6 months of age, and they can carry multiple litters at the same time!

They have a specialised diet (NOT carrots!), need a specialised living area (unless you want all your things to get chewed up!), and they need specialised vets! Caring for them costs as much as caring for a dog!

They’re a big responsibility!

This Easter, Make Yours Chocolate!

Crockpot Quinoa and Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers. Oh, my!! They were divine. #healthyeating

I had three Dennis the Menace dolls when I was little.  His creator, Hank Ketchum, was a fan and admirer of the work of Chuck Jones.  This fabulous mixed media work will be available at the Red Dot auction on Saturday, May 11, from 6 - 9 p.m. at the Chuck Jones Center for Creativity.  Here's more information on how to purchase tickets: http://chuckjonescenter.org/red_dot_auction_tickets

Very elegant room in which to read, chat, have tea.

desire to inspire

Bid on 8 Guest Passes for the Santa Ana Zoo, along with other unique items such as a custom-painted #Fender Squier Stratocaster, 4 ea. 50-yard-line seats at the #UCLA vs. Washington State #football game at the #RoseBowl on 11/14/15, and so much more at http://ht.ly/SKoUW Proceeds from this #FUNdraiser support the #art classes, exhibitions, lectures, film festivals at @chuckjonescenter that re-invigorate the creative spirit in all ages. #PIF4Creativity #creativity @theocmix @sococollection #CostaMesa #OC #OrangeCounty #SeeJaneExplore #ExploreOrangeCounty

Love my "Family is Forever" bracelet. Nice addition to my #jewelry box. #socphotofeb