The Washington Post did an article on seven things to do (or not do) to be happy. So I read it for you. You’re welcome (I’m anticipating you doing #1 below because I’m helping you. Which sets me up for #5.).

1. Express gratitude.
Okay, that one works. Every time I thank somebody who’s done something for me, I feel happier. Maybe it’s acknowledging a ( Read more... )

This week I read research which, since I can now choose what I’m researching, was a blast: four books on illuminating medieval manuscripts for one of the art crime books we’re doing next year. Gorgeous photos and I got to play with pens and water colors.

I also re-read Gaudy Night, which I remembered as being much better than it was. The basics ( Read more... )

Well, if you’re me, happiness is organizing things. I started with my laundry closet that had a shelf full of chaos and bought cheap plastic bins to sort stuff in. I ended up with a boatload of small pieces for collage and egg cups story, so I pulled some old storage drawers out of the garage and sorted everything in there. I put up shelves on both ( Read more... )