Author Archives: colleenkr

Aggie

Posted on October 30, 2022 by colleenkr

This past week, someone very special passed away. Her name was Agnes, but to us, she was always Aggie. We met Aggie at work, where she was a phenomenal Education Assistant – the kind of person you hoped would be … Continue reading →

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I Am The Storm

Posted on June 19, 2021 by colleenkr

My family doesn’t even know what a gift they’ve given me, but because they’re all somewhere else, I have the house all to myself. I’ve painted all day and just enjoyed a delicious Mars bar for supper while I sip … Continue reading →

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Dreams and Creations

Posted on April 18, 2021 by colleenkr

Art21 shared a post featuring Loie Hollowell, explaining why she creates her art and the history behind it. Loie’s video was refreshing; I appreciated her honesty about the questions she asks herself and her thoughtful reflections about her memories. It … Continue reading →

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A New Community

Posted on April 10, 2021 by colleenkr

It wasn’t unusual to wake up at 3:00 in the morning to let the dogs out, but what was unusual was the thought process that followed. Two weeks ago, I wrote about taking my first steps toward my new goal … Continue reading →

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Growing as an Artist

Posted on March 27, 2021 by colleenkr

Spring is a time for new growth, and this teacher is feeling the excitement of new beginnings ahead. Along with a new season, this past week brought opportunities for me and I couldn’t be happier to begin a new journey … Continue reading →

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#OneWord 2021

Posted on January 3, 2021 by colleenkr

One of the (many) things I appreciate about my friends is knowing that they are there even though we might not talk every day, every month, or even longer. Time doesn’t affect good friendships, and if either of us decides … Continue reading →

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Splendour in the Grass

Posted on August 29, 2020 by colleenkr

Splendour in the Grass, by William Wordsworth What though the radiancewhich was once so brightBe now for ever taken from my sight,Though nothing can bring back the hourOf splendour in the grass,of glory in the flower,We will grieve not, rather … Continue reading →

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Morning in Red Rock

Posted on July 21, 2020 by colleenkr

I woke up one minute before my alarm. 5:29 am. A confused and sleepy dog beside me, I quickly got up, grabbed a light jacket, my phone, and slipped the harness over Cooper’s fur. There was already a hint of … Continue reading →

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Figuring out Priorities

Posted on June 30, 2020 by colleenkr

Having more time at home has allowed me to reevaluate some of the things that are important to me, or should be. Although I’m an artist, I wouldn’t say I’ve been producing enough art, and I’d like that to change. … Continue reading →

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I Cried it Out Tonight

Posted on May 28, 2020 by colleenkr

My friend Peter sent me a message after reading my tweet that I had posted just a few minutes before. He wrote “Saw your tweet – want to vent? We are all ears.” So I vented: Most of the time … Continue reading →

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