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Month: October 2022

A Painting for Halloween [Painting]

Posted on 2022-10-31 by RB

For one of my favorite holidays, I thought I’d share a recent Halloween-themed painting I did. No, it’s not museum quality. Or even worthy of hanging on my refrigerator, but it was fun to do. Hope you have a happy Halloween! RB

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Choosing a Book to Read [Books]

Posted on 2022-10-25 by RB

What are your criteria for choosing the next book to read? The question occurred to me the other day when I discovered a guide to navigating National Public Radio’s (NPR) Top 100 Science Fiction and Fantasy Books. It’s an interesting way to find something that appeals to my tastes. However, keep in mind the chart…

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A Music Moment – King Crimson [Music]

Posted on 2022-10-202022-10-20 by RB

When it comes to experimental progressive music, there aren’t many groups that can compete with King Crimson. Over the decades they’ve blended everything from classical, jazz, and folk, to electronic, industrial, and new wave. They’ve incorporated African rhythms, post-punk, minimalism, and free improvisation. While they are classified as a rock band, I think they are…

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Building a Raised Garden Bed [Gardening]

Posted on 2022-10-13 by RB

I’ve always found gardening to be a creative exercise. Choosing what plants to put in the garden, which ones looks best together (or grow best together), and trying to keep them alive and thriving takes ingenuity and the ability to adapt. Over the past few years I’ve tried all sorts of different plants, both ornamental…

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Back from Hiatus

Posted on 2022-10-09 by RB

So, I took a few months off from blogging and social media to take time to recharge and refocus. I felt that I was burning out, both personally and creatively. I put myself into self-imposed social media exile – no Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram – and I stepped away from most of my creative activities….

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