As I’m going down memory lane, flipping through old albums filled with my most precious souvenirs, I can’t help but put aside everything for a moment to capture this story. (Sometimes I toy with the idea of writing a memoir- should I??). To set the stage, let's rewind to the year 2000 when I bought … Continue reading The humility of a champion- Remembering Randy Snow
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The Art of Enough: Redefining “Having It All”
What does "having it all" mean to you? Is it attainable? For me, the answer is yes – I am there! I've reached that point. I have a roof over my head, good health, food on the table (and in my garden!). I'm surrounded by people who love me, and I love them right back. I've … Continue reading The Art of Enough: Redefining “Having It All”
Snowflakes or sunflowers?
How do you feel about cold weather? I hate it. I always said I was born in the wrong country. I love being barefoot. I love warmth. I love wearing my summer dresses. I love sunshine. But I’m also not the beach bum and piña colada kind. Cold weather tightens my muscles- aches and pains. … Continue reading Snowflakes or sunflowers?
Rocks!
I just realized I haven’t posted anything on here in a while. Last February I started an art project with 7 and 8th graders at my local school. It’s also a community project, so I am working with the site of where the big Acadian flag is. If you are not familiar with my region, … Continue reading Rocks!
The simple things that makes me happy
What are 5 everyday things that bring you happiness?(Other than painting) Morning tea ritual with my boyfriend : i write my 2 pages journal (inspired by Julia Cameron), followed by the daily NY times games. (Trying to keep that mind sharp!) The sound of birds chirping outside Food (any food. I love food.) Hugs (from … Continue reading The simple things that makes me happy
Learning from experience and making changes
Describe one positive change you have made in your life. Immediately after reading the question, I thought, oooh, this is a great prompt. So here I am. But I can’t think of anything. It’s actually a hard question. Is it possible that I’ve always lived my true self, so never really had to change? Haha, … Continue reading Learning from experience and making changes
Bet you didn’t know this about me!
What's a secret skill or ability you have or wish you had? I can juggle 🤹🏼♀️ I remember way back in high school, there was a carnival for younger students and a friend of mine and myself were the entertainment jugglers. And yes… i’ll juggle with eggs if you want. Can you juggle? Quick charcoal … Continue reading Bet you didn’t know this about me!
Me vs society
What is one word that describes you? Me? Calm But…what is one word that describes society? Insanity. The boundaries are being pushed…and pushed…. Calm is getting harder and harder to maintain. I’ll leave it at that. (Yes…I’m having that kind of day!)
Mom was an amazing lady
What was the best compliment you've received? That I remind them and look like mom. She was an exceptional woman.
Getting to Know the Artist: Fun Questions and Answers
Get to know the artist Janine Daigle through a series of fun and thought-provoking questions. From the craziest thing She’s ever done to her favorite comfort food, and life’s lesson.
