Thursday's Tidbits . April 14 . 2011

Welcoming in this new day @3:45 AM.

Sleep deprived, that's me.

Good Morning World.

Yesterday was amazing in more ways

than one.

For starters, I was faced with the challenge

of dealing with tech support, via AT+T

for hours, attempting to get back on line.

Ah, my worst nightmare. After an hour

of frustrating attempts, finally, miracle

of miracles, I was back on line.

However, I still could not access my

email account.

I was told that this was not AT+T's

problem...It was an Apple issue.

AT+T informed me that they did

have tech support for these issues

as well and that they would connect

me with a specialist.

45 minutes later, ready to jump

out of my skin, I found out that this

was true, if I was willing to sign up

for a 1yr tech agreement, costing $'s.

I was so angry. I hung up.

Meanwhile, I then had to go into overdrive

to get showered and dressed and down to

Wynwood on time, for my scheduled appt.

with Kerry McLaney.

Stopping for gas, a women pulls in front

of the pump I was waiting for and I thought

I would lose my mind.

It was then, that I took a momentary time out.

Coaching myself, to just breathe, to let it go.

Recognizing that I am powerless and that this

too shall pass.

Finally I arrived at my destination just a few

minutes late, with my computer in hand.

Meeting up with Kerry, is always fun and mind

expanding. Her unique talents in all things

always impresses me and miracle of miracles

with in minutes, she had my email set right

and my computer hooked up to a "live steam

site".

I'm going to attempt to broadcast, via my

laptop, a live stream of my next Musing with Myra

Event, this coming Wednesday, April 20th @

Wynwood Kitchen & Bar.

How priceless was this? There is not dollar

amount that would cover the gratefulness I

felt in my heart and the calmness that came

over me.

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you, KMcL.

What would I have done, without you?

By 6PM we were on our way South to Vizcaya

for a 6:30 PM Event.

This is where the true amazement kicked in.

OMG. Just entering this magnificent property

at that time of day, was spectacular.

What was to come, totally blew me away.

Naomi Fisher, Miami's own, gifted Artist was

presenting a performance piece, reenacting an

Isadora Duncan's performance from 1994.

I was delighted to see many of the dancers,

performers and crew, in enchanting costumes

with smiles on their faces and all looking so

theatrical, prior to the performance. This was

just the tip of the iceberg in terms of what was

to come.

With the lead performer facing

Biscayne Bay, her back to the audience.

Total silence, waiting for what would happen

next. After several minutes a small boat being

paddled by 3 gorgeous creatures emerges, docks

and gracefully, one by one, they step onto the

steps and thus the performance began.

There were 3 different venues on the property

where we were directed as the performance

progressed.

The costumes were ethereal and each dancer,

performer so powerful in their movements and

presentation.

Took my breath away, truly.

I'm still kind of tingly thinking about this

magical evening.

No camera's were allowed during the performance.

I'm sure some images will emerge, non the less...

There is still more to come from Naomi Fisher

in completing this project, I am told.

Can't wait to see the next layer/installment of

this magnificent piece of work.

Bravo.

Looking forward to an easy day and my

scheduled lunch with long time friend

Melanie Cohen from SocialMiami.com.

Tune in tomorrow for that report.

Thank you for taking the time to check in

on my blog.

Sending love and peace out to The Universe

and each and everyone of you.

Pass it forward, People : )

Can't believe my good fortune : )

What's Up Wednesday? April 13, 2011

Photo's from top to bottom:

NOBODY's Art . 51 - 50 +

Hello My Name Is Sticker.

Myra and NOBODY

in my Studio

SUMMER HILL SEVEN

and Myra @Ladder Gallery

Clifton Childree's Roulette Wheel

@Legal Arts Fund Raiser...

Paper Cut Art Piece @Harold Golen's

Gallery on 2nd Saturday Wynwood

ArtWalk.

Good Morning Friendly Planet.

What's up with Wednesday?

Happy to welcome all the possibilities

awaiting me, this new day.

First things first.

This morning I plan to go back

to the Nissan Car Dealership

and sign on the dotted line,

for a new vehicle.

Having taken the car for servicing

yesterday and realizing that it is

4 yrs. old and out of warranty,

I looked @what options I had.

Gathering all the information, I was

pleased that I was able to walk out

of the showroom.

I have had time to review the choices

and feel good about my decision to

invest in a new car.

Thinking too, how much things have

changed in my life.

What a lucky girl I am.

This transaction makes good sense.

They offered me a good trade in

value on my old car.

The new car is a more gas efficient,

for starters and the financing is

0%, with a small monthly payment

that I can handle.

Once this is accomplished the plan

includes heading South to my

Studio to do some much needed

Art Therapy.

Plan on meeting up with my

buddy, Kerry McLaney, late in

the afternoon, to go over the

format of the upcoming

MUSING with MYRA, event

for a week from today,

April 20th,

6-9PM

Wynwood Kitchen & Bar

2550 NW 2nd Ave.

Small bites are provided.

Happy Hour Specials.

All are welcome.

Then on to Vizcaya for a 6:30PM

performance with Naomi Fisher and a group

of actors.

Coinciding with the final hour of

daylight, they will reinterpret a performance

by The Isadora Duncan Dance Ensemble,

previously performed there in 1994.

Sure to be a glorious celebration.

The weekend is fast approaching and I'm

anticipating a visit from Prince Charming.

Oh, Happy Day : )

Thrilled to report that my Man, the NYC

Street Artist, NOBODY has been appointed

the Ambassador for Young Global Citizens.

They will be part of an international movement

to paint a platform, so to speak, for future world

citizens, from thought to action.

http://turnaroundconcepts.wordpress.com/2011/04/08/new-york-street-artist-tmnk-going-to-the-netherlands/

For those of you who stay in touch via Facebook,

you are well aware of what an inspiration TNMK

is in my life.

Art is My Weapon, the bandana that I wear in my

FB Profile photo is his creation and was a gift to

me the first time we met, last year @The Bakehouse,

Lucky You Annual Fundraiser.

Bravo to NOBODY, for making a difference in so

many lives...Testimony to, to the power of passing

it forward, People : )

If you're in the Dade County area, please mark your

calendars for

April 23rd

7PM

Ladder Gallery

6900 Biscayne Blvd.

Historic MiMo District

Witness a very special Literary Event,

featuring the dynamic

SUMMER HILL SEVEN from NYC.

I'm excited about what this Charming

Man is bringing to the table, here in

the Miami area.

Check out what The NewTimes has

to say about him

http://blogs.miaminewtimes.com/cultist/2011/03/summer_hill_shakes_things_up_w.php

So there you have it folks.

My thoughts @ the moment.

Remember as you go forward today

that we are all,

each one of us, messengers.

Monkey See

Monkey Do.

Practice Random Kindness.

Pass it Forward.

Peace and love to all : )

Terrific, Tuesday? That Remains To Be Seen.

Ugg...just not myself this morning.

Angst and out of sorts...

A real crab.

What's up with this? I'm asking myself.

Not sure, but felt somehow, that if I started

writing about it, I would benefit and clear

out the cobwebs.

So here goes...

For starters, I'm due for a cleaning @the

dentist this morning and then on to have

my car serviced.

Oh, how I hate waiting for the car to be

serviced. No matter what I bring to read

or distract me, the time always seem to

just drag on and on.

I'm thinking now, what a spoiled brat I am,

complaining about a trivial thing,

I mean really, shouldn't I be grateful that

I have a car and can afford to have it serviced?

The answer is yes. Believe me I am.

It's just the day to day details of keeping one's

life on tract, that always seem to get me down.

The fact that I forgot to get married or have

children, is a non issue with me...But at times

like this, I am reminded how easy I have it, in

terms of responsibility.

This is why doing service is so important.

It takes the focus off you and keeps one busy

doing for others and giving back to the community.

I like to think all my social forays are kind of like

a service...Checking in with my posse, making sure

everybody is doing OK. Connecting people, advocating

the Arts, this is what gives me pleasure in life.

I'm fascinated with the power of Facebook and

the ability to have a voice. I love promoting

Artists, Worldwide, who are working it every day,

to make it happen. Keeping their dreams alive.

The thing about The Arts and Humanities in general

is what makes this journey bearable.

It creates the dialogue and brings so many possibilites

to the table. Creativity breeds, creativity.

Nurturing imagination is a wonderful thing.

With all the chaos and turmoil we are bombarded with

on a daily basis...the information overload...people

isolated, on their computers...YUK!

Thank you Universe for The Arts.

Thank you Universe and blogspot.com for allowing

me to vent and get me back on track.

Suck it up Princess, that's what I tell myself.

So there's the morning blah.blah.blah.

Feeling somewhat better already...knowing in

my heart that once I'm dressed and out of the

house, windows will open.

What surprises will present themselves today?

Check in for the next post to find out.

Wishing all a most productive, peaceful day.

Pass it forward : )

Monday.Maintaining, as it were...

Good Morning World.

How is it that so many days have passed, since I last posted on this blog?

Reflecting on the past several days, it's all kind of a blur.

When does too much of a good thing, get old?

This is what I'm questioning myself, here, this AM.

I mean how much can one partake of and still

maintain a sense of balance?

The learning curve continues, in this vain, for me.

Thursday night was the beginning of a long and for me,

exhausting weekend, with the preview openings of several

Galleries in the Wynwood/Design District.

Starting with The Dorsch Gallery and continuing on

with my trusty buddy in Art, non other that Miami's

Independent Thinkers, Kerry McLaney.

We managed to wet our visual appetites for all that

was in store on Friday and then Saturdays Artwalk.

Amazing really when you think about it.

So much going on and realizing that it's April already,

the 4th month of the year.

Time flies, if you're having fun or not.

Friday night was dedicated to 2nd Friday @The Bakehouse

Art Complex in Wynwood...but 1st I stopped by Cafeina to

say hello to Mike Margulies and catch a glimpse of his new show,

officially opening Saturday night.

BAC was rocking it by the time we arrived. Art in the Yard, a

new dynamic produced by the Artists who have Studio Space

outside, behind the main building, has made all the difference in

the vibe and the turn out for this monthly event.

A multi dimensional, sensory experience, for real.

Lighting, music, video installations and plenty to peruse

via the open Studios of all of these artists, creates an

atmosphere conducive to an Art Project in progress.

Saturday, late afternoon I cruised down to The Design District

for a collaboration called Fun Fair, with Launch Market and

The Stage on NE 38/39th Streets @1st Ave.

With the sun shining, it was a beautiful, So Fla. day.

By 5:30 I was parked further South in Wynwood and met

up with my friends, BAC Artists Louise Markus and Grant Genoa,

who initiated the Art in the Yard concept @BAC

Joey's was the perfect spot for a bite before the endurance test of

the evening began.

By 6:30 we had hooked up with the LOVE Child, Artist,

Evo Love of Stash Gallery and her friend Susan,

for a group effort in collaborative Art Appreciation, as it were.

LOL.

OMG. Too much. The heat was suddenly getting to me and I'm

thinking, I'm not going to last...

That's where my buddies kicked in. They encouraged me to sit

down and relax a few minutes, each time I started to complain

that I was having a literal melt down. Without them in tow, I

certainly would have bolted and not lasted as long as I did : )

We managed to make it to all the venues that I wanted to cover,

more or less, in Wynwood. I did not have it in me however, to

continue on to The Design District via the new Shuttle Bus service

which inaugurated Saturday night, to see several shows including the

one at The Moore Building where my friend Artist, Randy Burman

was showing : (

So in posing the question, when does, too much of a good thing,

start getting old?

I'd say right about now.

By the time I got home Saturday night, all I was thinking was

how next month I won't be doing the Artwalk again.

The heat and humidity really is a factor in my decision making,

I think.

While I adore being out and about on a regular basis, partaking

in so much that is afforded us, in the Art World, here,

I must remember to better pace myself.

Yesterday was spent quietly @home.

At 4Pm I made myself get dressed

and show up for the last of my

weekend commitments.

This is where the magic happened for me.

Sinhue Vega whose Ladder Gallery is downstairs from

my Studio @Uva . 6900 Biscayne Blvd. was launching

the 1st in a series of Literary Events with the magnificent

Ricardo Pau-Llosa, published poet and author extraordinaire.

Ricardo is among other things, a Bon Vivant, Renaissance type of guy

and a master wordsmith. An enchanting evening ensued as he

delivered many of his poems to an adoring audience. A true delight

in every aspect. Enlightening, informative, entertaining and more.

I came home feeling so elevated in mind, spirit and soul.

Hoping that whoever is reading this, will be checking out my Facebook

Wall for posts of future Collaborations, via Sinuhe and Ricardo,

specifically a group of Artist that Ricardo mentors, supports and

curates, called "The Guild", will be happening

on a regular basis, going forward. More literary evening to come, as well.

If your find yourselves in the area of 69th St. and Biscayne Blvd.,

check out Ladder Gallery and Artist, Lou Gold's Show that just

opened The Guild Series, last week. I love her exquisite and haunting images

with water a recurring theme.

Stay tuned.

As I start this week, I acknowledge all the blessings in my life.

I am grateful and don't take any of my wonderful life, for granted either.

Wishing you all a productive, happy week with love and respect.

Pass it forward.

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun

Yep.

It's true.

Girls just wanna have fun.

Karen Corlett McGamon, a friend of mine since our days in Jr. High together, came to my Studio for the first time, yesterday. We had the best time, heart to heart, sharing on all that has taken place in our journey in this lifetime.

When you have a shared history with another, it doesn't matter how much time has pasted since you were last together...You just pick up where you left off, like old times. We hit the ground running, and never looked back.

Being a Realtor, who specializes in Coral Gables and the South Miami/Pinecrest Area, Karen

was keen to get a tour of what's going on in the MiMo/East Buena Vista/Design/Wynwood

Districts that comprise my neck of the woods.

We tooled up and down many of the streets in these various neighborhoods on our way to lunch @Wynwood Kitchen & Bar. Karen was a willing driver, while I played narrator of the tour. Karen was delighted and surprised that these neighborhoods exist here in Miami and how many little jewel, historic, coral rock homes there were along the way. Not

unlike Coral Gables.

Upon arriving @Wynwood our 1st stop was @Plant the Future, my friend Paloma Teppa's amazing shop. Then on to the restaurant where we chose to sit outside. The sun was shinning

and there was a lovely breeze. We were looking forward to visiting Peter Tunney's Studio/Gallery, behind Wynwood K&B, after lunch...

But alas, it was not to be.

We had just finished eating when out of no where the skies turned black and the wind started

really whipping up. Everything was blowing around and a sense of panic and forbearing was in

the air. We quickly gathered our belongings and ran inside, anxious to get our check and get to

the car before the torrential downpour and god knows what else, began. It was so startling and

dramatic.

Fortunately we made it into the car, only slightly soaked and Karen proceeded in dropping me

back @the Studio and then went on her way, slowly home.

I was grateful to be safe and sound in the Studio and thought, ah, what a perfect time to unwind.

I was not about to get in my car and attempt to navigate the traffic in such catastrophic weather, so I decided it would be a perfect time to take a nap on my new daybed.

Apparently, this was not to be, either, for as soon as I was comfortable and about to drift off

there was a knock at the door and my friends, Kerry and Gail were standing there, surprising

me with a visit.

By 8PM, the sun had set, the skies had calmed down, somewhat and I was on my way home.

Now as I sit here @the computer attempting to compose a post for today, I am reflecting on

the magic of friendship. I find the older I get, the more important my friendships with woman

are. We may come from different backgrounds, have unique paths we are following but in the

end, we come together in supporting one another. This is such a gift in life.

And so it goes...Another day behind me.

As this day begins, I am open to new opportunities and experiences. Giving thanks for all that is and all that will be.

I recognize too, that I am powerless over outcomes. We make plans and God laughs. That's an

old saying of sorts...and it's so true.

I know one thing for sure, today and everyday,

girls just wanna have fun.

Celebrate your friendships. Practice random kindness.

Be grateful for the blessings each day holds.

Keep them close to your heart today.

It's an inside job and we are all messengers...

Let your love light shine.

Peace and love.

April Begins...

Friday evening, April 1st, I bypassed The Bass Museum's opening and outdoor concert in lieu of an easier route, via Coral Gables and the lovely, world class Books & Books for an Author Reading with James Grippando, of his 18th book, another outstanding thriller.

Coral Gables is my hometown and stands alone as an example of how beautiful a neighborhood can be. Highly civilized is how I would best describe this gem of an area. Books & Books is housed in a historic building with a courtyard and on Friday night, live music.

I was delighted upon walking in, to see my friend, Darby Collins who works there, dining

with her friends. She introduced me to the amazing and talented Artist, Freda Coffing Tschumy.

Freda has the distinction of having done the outstanding Sculpture of Marjory Stoneman Douglas that graces Fairchild Garden.

Check out her website

http://tschumy.com/artist

Unfortunately I had arrived later than anticipated and missed the poetry event that was also

taking place Friday evening.

James Grippando did not disappoint. The guy is brilliant and has a loyal following as was

evidenced by the large turnout.

Saturday was spent doing my usual errands during the first half of the day.

By 4:30 PM I was @my friend Michael Enn's sisters house for a family gathering celebrating

their son's confirmation.

By 7PM, I had arrived @my Studio where I was met by old friends, Tracy and Mark who

were on a mission delivering gorgeous tomatoes and produce they had picked that day.

What a welcomed surprise.

Downstairs was an opening show of new work by Artist, Lu Gold in Sinuhe Vega's LADDER Gallery. This is the first in a series of "Guild" Artists and was well attended.

Pushing myself, I then continued down South, to say farewell to friends of some 40 years +,

who have sold their home here and are moving to Atlanta.

Sunday 9AM is my standing appointment with the magnificent holistic massage therapist,

Veronique. This is my favorite part of each week. I love this ritual and the benefits I am

receiving, justify this extravagant expense.

Stopped @The Yellow/Green Market here in Hollywood, hoping to find a wonderful, low maintenance plant called "Bad Hair". I was disappointed to see that so many vendors have

left this venue. It was truly slim pickings, but then miracle of miracles, there was one of these

rare little beauties.

Now I was off to the Studio to place it in a glass container, filled with water, which is all it takes

to maintain this unusual little plant.

By 4PM, I was home, safe and sound.

Grateful to put an end, to another wonderful weekend.

A luxurious, hot bubble bath was in order and then sweet slumber, early to bed...

Hello Monday morning. What does the week ahead hold?

Looking forward to all the possibilities.

As I start this day, I remember to thank the Universe for all it's blessings.

Grateful to participate each day in the miracle that is life.

Wishing you all the same.

Hoping you'll stay tuned.

Peace and love to all.

A Wonderful Life

It's a wonderful life that I'm living.

No kidding.

Last night @ Bal Harbour's Art Night

for instance, my wonderful life was enhanced

by showing up and attending this rather new

Monthly Event happening @Bal Harbour Shoppe's.

The evening's Art Focus was on Photography

with preview Installations by Iran Issa-Khan,

Peggy Levison Nolan, Bruce Weber and

several others.

The setting could not have been more beautiful.

Different stores were hosting a local Art Institution,

with part of the evening's sales benefiting each

organization.

I was swept away with the first space we entered,

a new retail concept called 100% Capri.

The merchandise in this store along with

the gorgeous staff all dressed in various

looks in white linen, was astounding.

It was as though they were staging a performance

art piece and everyone was a player.

We continued through the Mall stopping @Saks

to say hello to Iran Issa-Kahn, then on to Neiman's to catch

the "Conversation" taking place with Constance Collins,

Peggy Levison Nolan and Natasha Durwin, benefiting

The Lotus House.

Books and Books was hosting Bruce Weber's Curiosity and

Photography.

The most entertaining part of the evening in my opinion

were all the beautiful people, styled out to the max and

feasting on all the deluxe merchandise so artfully presented

in each store.

By 8:30 we were off for dinner in The Design Distrcit

@Michael's Genuine Food.

Artist Michael Enns was my partner in Art for the evening.

We had a glorious time talking to everyone and enjoying

all the creativity that was surrounding us.

This morning as I sit here @my computer composing this

post I am reminded that all things are possible.

This thought is what sustains me each day as I make my

way out of the house and into the big wide world that awaits

each one of us.

I'm telling you true folks, suit up and show up.

It's that simple.

Windows open and opportunities are revealed.

You never know if you'll hit a home run unless you

are willing to get up to bat.

I am ever mindful of how lucky I am at this time

in my life.

I pray each day for the willingness to let go,

to forgive and to pass it forward, with dignity,

grace and restraint.

Take nothing for granted friends.

Enjoy the gifts the Universe manifests on

a daily basis.

Create the life you wish to live.

If I can, so can you.

Sending love to all.