Understanding we are Worthy, Capable, Connected, and Called to Adventure for a more Joyful and Resilient Life
The other day, I found a bumblebee asleep on a flower. At the beginning of the school year, I had a lot of flowers in bloom in my garden. So, I decided to take some to school to have on my desk in my office. So, I went outside in the morning to cut some… Continue reading Bumblebee Asleep on a Flower: a Whimsical Watercolor
Coneflowers and goldfinches: They have been bringing me a lot of happiness this summer. We have a rain garden in our front yard, which my husband planted a couple of years ago. And it has been in full bloom this summer. All photos in the post are by Shelly P. Johnson. It has a lot… Continue reading Coneflowers and Goldfinches: A Whimsical Watercolor
I have been thinking a lot about dreams lately. But first let me tell you about the Watermelon Faerie that lives in my back yard. My husband and I planted a garden this year in May. And I was so excited because I planted some watermelon starts I got from a local greenhouse. I couldn't… Continue reading About Dreams and the Watermelon Faerie
Happy Snail's Magic Motto is awesome. His motto happens to be my motto, too. The more I live by it, the more it definitely brings magic into my life. Here it is, and you can find an explanation of each of its parts below with links for further reading. The Motto Happy Snail's Magic Motto… Continue reading Happy Snail’s Magic Motto: A Whimsical Watercolor
Recently I drew and painted this picures: Happy Snail Celebrates the Seasons. (You might also like this Happy Snail post: Happy Snail’s Magic Motto.) It's a good reminder to me because it's easy to get lost in our day-to-day activities and forget to notice the change in seasons and the gifts they bring. I have been… Continue reading Happy Snail Celebrates the Seasons
Happy Snail is one of my favorite characters to draw and paint. Happy Fall, Friends!
I have been feeling afraid. Maybe you have, too. With all that is going on , it is easy to be afraid. When I am afraid, it is easy to forget what I know about Love. Here is what I know: One: There is a lot of darkness in the world, but Love is original.… Continue reading A Watercolor Meditation for When You Feel Afraid: Whimsical Watercolors
The older I get, the more I fall in love with the Earth and with how amazing she is. I don't do as good a job of caring for her as she does for me, and doing better in this area is one of my consistent goals. I do try consistently to appreciate all the… Continue reading An Earth Day Post, One Day Late: Whimsical Watercolors
The other day on Amazon, I saw a category of clothing titled "sports bras for women". And it made me laugh because I started imagining other categories of sports bras... Like maybe sports bras for giraffes. Or fish. Or kangaroo. And then this happened. Happy Saturday: ***** If you enjoyed this post, please consider sharing… Continue reading Whimsical Watercolors: Surprise! A Kangaroo in a Sports Bra
I drew and painted this Kentucky horse farm the other day when I was feeling a little unsettled. It helped me feel more peaceful, and I hope it helps you feel peaceful, too. Peace to you, Friends. May you be healthy. May you be happy. May you be free from suffering. ***** If you enjoyed… Continue reading A Kentucky Horse Farm: A Whimsical Watercolor