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When life blindsides us

When life blindsides us

Carol L. DouglasOct 17, 20233 min read
In situations of extreme stress I fall back on the wisdom of “How do you eat an elephant?” “One bite at a time.”
Monday Morning Art School: it’s all in the preparation

Monday Morning Art School: it’s all in the preparation

Carol L. DouglasOct 15, 20233 min read
Assurance is a universal value in art, and that rests on the back of solid preparation–in painting as well as piano.
The Radnor Hunt

The Radnor Hunt

Carol L. DouglasOct 12, 20233 min read
As an avid reader of British literature, I always loved the idea of the hunt. The reality wasn’t exactly what I’d expected.
Content over conscience

Content over conscience

Carol L. DouglasOct 10, 20234 min read
There are lots of reasons needy people don’t accept help, including the fear of stigma and loss of pride.
Monday morning art school: how do I know I’m finished?

Monday morning art school: how do I know I’m finished?

Carol L. DouglasOct 8, 20234 min read
I say, “I’m done when I’m sick of working on it,” but that isn’t particularly helpful advice. There are also some objective factors involved.