Nature

Looking after land that has been in my family over 100 years is how I interact with nature. I like to hike and keep an eye on the wildlife in the area. Seeing the flora and fauna change seasonally always delights. And sometimes disturbs…like when the owl (or it might have been another predator) got the wild rabbit recently. Things happen when you live close to nature. It teaches me every day how to live in harmony with life.

Craft

I gather natural materials to craft with. My creative endeavors often include gnomes, fairies, animals and florals. I also draw, paint and create with clay and paper. The natural world informs my perspective more than anything else. I like to mix it up though…imagining animals and nature in ways that may not be expected.

Garden

I have a lavender garden that makes the area smell great in the summer months. I gather lavender, and other herbs, and dry them for many uses. Plans for 2026 are to expand and include other flowers for people to be able to come out and pick!

and other things I do:

I wrote and illustrated a picture book during the pandemic. I self published through Amazon. It was a great way to stay focused during that unusual time and learn new methods. I have a background in graphic design – mostly for print media – and so it was fun to apply what I knew to that medium. I have more ideas for writing…always working on what I can learn or do next!

I also have a vintage and handmade Etsy shop that I’ve maintained and sold through since 2011.

I have a SniffSpot^™ that I am working on opening in April. I love all animals, and have had some really great dogs. Currently, I have my bunny rabbit, Celeste, as an only pet. Being able to offer a place for dogs and their humans to enjoy nature makes me very happy!