Summer's End

Look at what I picked up while on my Olvera Street jaunt the other day! The moment I saw this "Art Heart" I knew I HAD to have it! It's made of tin and there are holes punched throughout it to let light flow out. There's a small votive that sits in the back for a candle but we won't be putting a candle in there. My handyman is going to put his electrical skills to use and give this piece of art an off and on switch!

I hadn't planned on hanging my Art Heart here but it works and this will be it's permanent home. There was this big empty space that had to be filled in. I like the way everything plays well together. Instant niche!

Today is the last Tuesday of my summer vacation. School re-opens on the 1st and from now until then my days will be spent in staff meetings, retreats and airing out a closed up library. I've enjoyed my days of leisure and even though another month sounds excellent, I mustn't be greedy. There will be groups of students who expect me to be ready for them and I can't let them down. Getting a child to choose at least ONE book to read during a visit is my goal and proper set-up and display is part of my trick to entice them into the web of reading. WOE, I LOVE THAT! I'm seeing a bulletin board thing happening right now. LOL!!

It's been a wonderful summer spent with long mornings in PJs and a cup of coffee (usually while in front of the computer). It's been great staying up all night without worrying about having to get up early in the morning. And it's been fun living in jeans (when I wasn't in my PJs! LOL!) But I look forward to going back. Sort of. One door closes and another one opens.