Comfort Music

The Staves - Mexico

via Violet Bella

Ain't No Road Too Long

It has been hard for me to keep focused on my research and writing while undergoing all the changes that have come along with moving to Denmark. I have been a bit down lately, feeling like I will never be able to accomplish it all. I am feeling pretty overwhelmed with all of the things we need to do to stay here, as well as the things I need to do to reach my long-term goals and dreams. In the "buffet" of life, I definitely have way too much on my plate! Though some days it is enough to make me want to hide under the covers, I am determined to keep going. In this spirit, I am reminded of the very wise words of Waylon Jennings and the gang from Sesame Street in a movie that was one of my all-time favorites as a child (and still is) -- Follow That Bird!

Don’t look back; don’t you turn around
Just keep your eye on where you’re bound

and you’re bound to get from here to there

‘cause a dream can take you anywhere!

The Red Woods

A few pics from a walk we took last weekend when the sun made a rare appearance. I though the scenery was quite beautiful, but Justin was less than impressed. He is not a forest hiker. He is a fan of mountains. Myself on the other hand, I don't mind "looking" at mountains, but as far as climbing them -- give me a hill in the woods any day.

This Day in 1915

My paternal grandfather was born November 15th, 1915. Although he has been gone for a few years now, I am always reminded of him -- his sense of humor, his dedication to his art, and his larger than life personality. I am truly blessed to have had his influence in my life and I will always miss him... no matter how many years pass by.

Decrepit Things

Fuel for the imagination.

"Self-Service"
Forgotten Automat

The Goods

A few things from last week's searching...

NICO

NICO via the Dutch Uncle Agency 

A few years ago I bought a notebook from Target that had the most gorgeous illustration on the cover. I was sad when the paper ran out, but I was sure to take note of the artist - NICO. I just can't get enough of her doll-like vector art! Do you have any favorite illustrators? I am always looking to add inspiration to my Pinterest illustration board!

Fall is Fleeting

Fall always seems to fly by so fast. One minute it is here and the next it is gone. I took a long muddy walk yesterday to try to catch some of it. Though I don't think Fall here could ever compare to the amazing colors of the season in the Midwest, there still was that comforting crispness in the air...

A Good Song for a Gloomy Day

French Navy by Camera Obscura