This is a glimpse at some of my writing study decor, including a new-to-me painting (upper left) that I spotted at a thrift store on a weekend at the end of March. It’s not a print — it’s an actual painting on canvas. Although done in 1999 by a mystery artist, it’s actually a copyContinue reading “Woman with Still Life”
Tag Archives: Spring
Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary
How does my garden grow? Victoria in spring (we start earlier here) is just 👌. Not all of Canada is under snow right now! I went for a walk early this month and accidentally stepped into an impressionist painting! Still, the rain that brings all of those flowers can get to you. Make you aContinue reading “Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary”
It’s a Spring Thing
I bought the S.S. Getaway (my kayak) late in the season last year and was only able to take it out twice before the weather turned, so I’ve been itching to get out on the water again. The weather app on my phone was getting a daily workout as I checked the forecast way moreContinue reading “It’s a Spring Thing”
Spring Break and Other Distractions
It snowed last night. In Victoria, we usually get one dump every February—some bigger than others. After that, we know we’re in the clear and the daffodils will open soon. Luckily, this time we received only a skiff. Bring on the blooms. [Author’s note: it’s now March 8, and the daffodils are indeed ready toContinue reading “Spring Break and Other Distractions”
Le printemps arrive. (Spring is coming)
Let’s get right to it. There’s been a lot happening on the writing/publishing front for me over the past month. Spring is coming, and the year’s picking up speed. Here’s the recap: Book Launch Celebration Event Yes, that’s an unnecessarily long and awkward title. But while at first I thought you could only have oneContinue reading “Le printemps arrive. (Spring is coming)”
Sonia Nicholson 