Nov from Patty - jeweled sculpture

 

Here's a fun turkey from Patty. I forgot to open Patty's envelope until *now* which is Dec 13 - the day I photographed all the Nov envelopes. She had been on a trip to Slovenia and described a couple fun stops at the local post office. I don't travel much, but if I did, I'd be sure to hit the post offices. The only one I can remember going to was the one in Hawaii - and it was closed in the middle of the day. Apparently, in Hawaii, when the surf's up - they just go surf. Maybe that's a tall tale. But it was definitely closed - in the middle of a normal week day. 

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It's wonderful to open my emails and find links from readers/exchangers who have a very good feel for the  things I enjoy. Here is a fabulous look at someone who provides those more expensive art materials to some of his little buddies who are fulfilling their dreams. It's more than dreams. The urge to make something is deeper than dreaming.

Today, the coffee is telling me that an appropriate balance in life - is to provide for the need for food/clothing/shelter - and if there is time leftover, you can engage in something creative. For some people, that might be a trip to the gym, or a tavern, or the library, or a walk in the woods/desert/seashore -- for a lot of us, it's postage stamps and markers.

Here's a guy who's found his tribe. The image might not appeal to you - but trust me - when you see the full story, you'll be impressed (or you might not).  If you have time, the 5 minute video in the link - of him discussing his work -  is very good. He does other work (large scale) besides this.

LINK to artist Herbert Depart

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Here's a sweet video that's gone viral - but if you haven't seem it and you adore letter carriers - you'll like this one about a girl and her *mailman* - have a hanky on hand if you are a crier.

https://www.tiktok.com/@sauceaccount06/video/7453211897098439982