As the fields of Hickory House transformed into a golden sea, anticipation of autumn’s arrival filled the air. Crisp winds whispered secrets of change, promising cozy fireside evenings and vibrant foliage. Nature’s paintbrush had begun its masterpiece, heralding a season of warmth and transformation.
Season
The Tropical Bog
We have an irresistible concoction that everyone is now addicted to. It all starts with our authentic coconut rum gifted to us by Renee from her trip to Jamaica. This is our new summer pool cocktail. Now, let me share the recipe for this delightful drink and suggest some additions that will elevate the experience. […]
Country Path
Just cresting the bend on his daily walk, Walter Hobbs could barely make out the town common just ahead. It had always fascinated him how he could be walking down a country lane and then appear just inside the town where all the bustle of town life was all around. He looked forward to making […]
4.0 Red Pear
After the berry day, I had to go back to the pears for a boost of confidence. Happy little red pear.
3.0 Blackberry
Blackberry was a class study piece. I think if I redid it again, I would make the bowl bigger than suggested in class and do the check pattern differently. Of course, I think I’m thinking acrylics because doing the background and then laying out the blue pattern would be easy. In oils, it may get […]

