Snippets

I let Olive out this morning and there were deer tracks on our porch. I love living in a place where deer can easily and comfortably roam through your yard. It started my day off right.

The sun was out for what feels like the first time in days, and the sky was bright blue, the air crisp and clean feeling. Olive and I walked along Flat Creek on the bike path, in a direction I have never gone before. The chickadees were chirping, the creek was bubbling, and there was this sweet little cabin in the middle of a complex of newer houses that was all decorated for the holidays.

The arts are so alive here and it energizes me to participate more. A sculpture trail is being created at the Museum of National Art. A new gallery for locals is opening. Teton Artlab has turned an old candy factory into studio and exhibit spaces. My friend Abbie has launched a clothing line.

I go back and forth between what I want to do. With my life. I haven't signed up for any pre-reqs, partly because of fear and partly because I feel like I am closing the door on other things. I know I can try it all if I want to, but it all feels daunting and too much. I want to be an artist and be excited to be an artist. I also want to try to help people and live the richest and most curiosity-filled life possible.

I have been sending Sally Tomkins a great deal of love the last few days....