Zion 2022
It's been a busy fall. Between regular family scheduling and an extra-packed art event lineup the last couple months, it feels like I haven't had much time to breathe. I enjoy being busy, but only if that busyness is balanced with a good dose of time for quiet, solitude and creativity. Last week's painting retreat in Zion was just what I needed to refresh my outlook and recharge my batteries. It was inredible to be surrounded by accomplished and interesting artists from around the world, while painting the breathtaking scenery of Zion National Park. Each night we cooked a big family style meal and talked over dinner. A couple of times, even though the night air was chilly, I braved the pool and swam under a canopy of stars! One of my favorite memories from the trip was waking up before dawn to hike to a lookout point and watch the sun rise. I love hiking, and the majesty of those moments is something I will never forget. It took me 7 hours to drive home in a snowstorm (ins