A Maxfield Parrish Sunset
Such an incredible day. The more I allowed yesterday to unfold, the better it got. Beginning with coffee and crossword, both excellent and fulfilling, then onto client consultations; very uplifting.
Entering my final preparations for the Altar & Altar Making class that I am presenting this weekend ( and again on November 20), I am feeling really good. I love teaching and this is going to be a fabulous class.
Earlier in the morning I made a quick dash to ‘Andy’s’, the local Farm Market Stand, and scored some artichokes at an awesome price. The afternoon was filled with another wonderful client connection; a great conversation with Mark Cummings-Rogers and preparing a dinner including those artichokes.
Squab, rice and an artichoke recipe from a beautiful Italian Vegetarian Cookbook gifted me by my dear friend Elizabeth right before her move to Mt. Shasta. Mm-m-m-m. So, the recipe called for a cup and a third of white wine. H-m-m-m-m. My sister sent me two bottles of Chardonnay made to her specs by Amity in Oregon. I was saving one for my upcoming Birthday and one for Thanksgiving. Oh well!
The day became a fabulous ‘unbirthday’. As I sat down to begin my feast I looked out the window. The apple trees were bathed in a subtle, gorgeous golden hue. I turned off all the interior lights, marvelling at the cloak of gold that surrounded me.
With excitement welling I moved quickly outdoors. As I faced west, the sunset swallowed me whole. Maxfield Parrish colors splashed across the heavens, taking my breath with them.
With an Oregon-made Chardonnay in hand (that is an unqualified match for this years Sonoma County Harvest Gold winners), I toasted my Unbirthday, giving thanks to the Creator for all my blessings.