A Nod to James Herriot

[one_half][/one_half][one_half_last][/one_half_last] [one_half][/one_half][one_half_last][/one_half_last] Though these lines originated in a hymn by Cecil F. Alexander, they will forever remind me of James Herriot (James Alfred “Alf” Wight) and his books of the same name(s). It seems appropriate to pair them with some of Matt’s watercolor critters. … Continued

“For each petal on the shamrock…”

[one_third][/one_third][one_third][/one_third][one_third_last][/one_third_last] Since three of my husband’s grandparents were Irish, St. Patrick’s Day gets a lot of attention in our house. He created three-dimensional images for these cards, and I added the words of this traditional Irish blessing: For each petal on the shamrock … Continued

“Therefore my heart is glad…”

[one_third][/one_third][one_third][/one_third][one_third_last][/one_third_last] Some of Matt’s 3D creations are showcased on these cards along with part of Psalm 16:9. The full verse is on the back of each card: “Therefore my heart is glad, and my soul rejoices; my body also will … Continued

“Hope is the thing with feathers…”

This Tufted Titmouse painting of Matt’s has always been one of my favorites. As for the poem… though we don’t have any now, I’ve spent more than 20 years living with several different peach-faced lovebirds and a couple of cockatiels. It’s amazing how much personality can … Continued