Packing is progressing nicely, though its always hard to put away the art things. It seems that I can think of a million new ideas when they are snug in their moving boxes. Of course a sudden move also means new ideas and inspiration.

The butterfly bushes are in bloom, which is a sure sign that fall is coming. You should see all of the butterflies and bumble bees that are drawn to the yard. It seems like hundreds of them show up each day.