This is More Like It

Not only was I not finished with The Green Sweater, I reworked it almost to death. But I felt the composition was worth saving, and redid it yet again. The end result is much more what I had in mind.

Have had a rough time with arthritis for the past few weeks, had to stay off my feet as much as possible. On the bright side, it made for a lot more painting time.

It's Memorial Day, and I was hoping for some inspiring local scenes--but there were absolutely none. Nothing is open downtown, and it's quieter than a Sunday around here. The next painting is simmering in the back of my head at the moment.

Got a modest assortment of red geraniums and dark purple petunias in pots, as well as a big pot with chives, rosemary, and Italian parsley. Divided and planted clumps of Carpathian Harebells which were from my old garden. Steve and I talked about planting areas around the new birch trees, and will act on the ideas next week. There are some really neat gardens in the neighborhood, overflowing with a crazy assortment of perennials, so I can still see flowers up close and personal.