Arts n Crafts

It's been too long since my last post...finally, a weekend with no commitments. Life is slowing down just a little bit now that Scholastic Bowl is almost over. I'm excited to have my evenings free again. Over the past month I've been reading a lot of art blogs. I've been into 'crafting' lately.

High school girls are making headbands now. I've seen lots of cute ones and was inspired to make my own. That's how I spent my evening; although I should have been doing work.
Also, HUUUUUGE news....some of you may not know, but I used to have a necklace I loved sooo much. It had a simple silver chain and a pendant with a pelican painted on it. It was literally one of my most prized possessions for a time, until I lost it. It wasn't my fault though, one day, in Milwaukee, it just fell of the chain. My wonderful friend, Katiebug, helped me look for it for a rather long time. I knew one day I would replace the necklace, but I just haven't found the right one...I think it's been two years since then. Well, the day has come! I've found the replacement for my pelican! Can't wait to wear this!

B's Burritos

I've been on a burrito kick for about....3 1/2 months now. You see, I love to cook. But when I don't have time, or I'm tired, or I have no good reason, I don't cook; UNLESS I have something quick and easy to make.

I've been making, savoring, gorging, and loving my homemade burritos since somewhere between November and December.

Each week I do something slightly different to add variety to my meal. I'd like to share with you this weeks burrito, which I think has been one of the best...

1 Heat wok to medium
2 Use Cilantro Pesto Vinaigrette to coat wok
3 Dice small red potato and coat in vinaigrette. Let cook a bit
4 Add diced onion (I used white)
5 Put another burner on 1/4 heat to warm up your Spinach tortilla
6 Heat brown rice
7 Add mushrooms and snap peas to wok
8 Add spicy salsa to wok
9 Dollup of sour cream on warmed tortilla
10 Brown rice and cheese on tortilla
11 Put veggie stir fry on tortilla
12 Roll up
13 Dip in Ranch dressing for extra flavor
14 Eat Enjoy

Other things I really like in my burritos: soy beans, sweet potato, muenster cheese

I'd like to move to Naples, FL and open up a burrito shack near the beach...I'll call it B's Burritos or Burritos by B. Would you like to invest in my company?

Stressed Out!

I have no art to post. I've been incredibly busy and stressed out. Many, many things contribute to this...

On January 21st, my birthday, my boss came up to my classroom at 7:15 am. He had an opportunity for me...to coach the Scholastic Bowl team. The first meet was that day! It wasn't something I felt like I could say no to. Luckily that meet got canceled and I enjoyed my birthday. You can read about it in one of my posts.

Anyways, coaching isn't so bad, if I can even call it coaching. I'm more of a chaperon than a coach. Anyways, it is a rather large time commitment, not as big as basketball, football or any other sport. But it does add to my already busy schedule.

I have to say, I really enjoy the students involved and I'm learning a lot. I know the kids are thankful for me coaching. The original coach had to quit the night before for medical reasons. So, I'm posting an image of the t-shirt I designed for the team. Very scholastic, isn't it?

Amanda & Mike Wedding

On January 2, 2010 I had the opportunity to shoot the Blessing ceremony of a wonderful couple. Their love for each other and their family was so evident. I felt incredibly lucky to be able to witness such a special day.

Check out all of their wedding photos at my Fotki site.

The Scribble Project

So, go check it out...The Scribble Project is a collaborative drawing website, where the creator, Oppy, provides templates, you fill them out however you so please, and submit them.


I took part in the 'Big Team Scribble.' We were provided with a little cart with wheels and had to draw whatever we wanted. However, we could only use black and white because these drawings are going to be used for a coloring zine. I'm attaching one of the drawings I submitted.

What do you think? Cute, huh?

Supporting local artists

My co-art teacher, Deborrah Pagel, is a ceramic artist. She is very skilled at pottery, focusing on teapots and also does some larger more conceptual sculptures.

I think it is incredibly important to support local artists by going to shows, and buying work when possible.

Currently Deb has her work on display at the Springer Cultural Center. Go check out her talent and beautiful work.

I took photos of her show for her...here's a taste of what you'll see!