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It has only been one week and I can say I love my new job. The teachers and students I work with are wonderful. It can get a bit crazy at times. Imagine helping 5, or more, special needs students, moving at their own speed and focus, from class to class through crowded middle school halls.
Rae is loving her new school. It is going to be demanding but, she has Art for the first four periods - everyday. JD is going to play the Euphonium (really?) in 6th grade band. I can't wait to see the first concert.

I love this painting. It is peaceful, beautiful. It was one of those pieces that just fell into place with no effort. I can't say that I don't enjoy a challenging piece of art but sometimes those challenges can take forever. This piece took a few days and sold immediately. The roses in the frame are made from brown shipping paper. I roll the paper for the center of the rose, then apply individual pedals with duct tape. I then spray paint them and dry brush highlites.
This weekend I am going to start preparing a portfolio to take to a Design Center gallery. My friend Stefani started making digital/printed portfolios in an 8 1/2" x 11" format. I love the idea if I can get a good quality print - she did it, I should be able to. Thanks Stefani.
Have a great weekend.