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I could not agree more!  I, personally, love to paint and enjoy live theater. How do you use art to relax? *If you like this as a poster it is available (without the watermark at the bottom)   in my zazzle shop for sale  Check out  http://www.zazzle.com/kwartdesigns  for this along with many other products!

Today, as the first day of Fall, brings the dire need for that favorite cozy sweater. The nights are longer, the air is crisp, and the soundtrack is changing. So, I bring you the September playlist! These songs may illicit that summer is over (quite literally, courtesy of The Kinks) or just give a certain coziness or last ditch hurrah that is perfect for the bonfire. There are so many emotions, maybe you are looking forward to a new beginning at school or are longing for that summer love. Some are old favorites, and others are new gems. I hope you enjoy! Green Day- Wake Me Up When September Ends The Kinks- Summer's Gone Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeroes- 40 Day Dream Regina Spektor- Eet Belle and Sebastian- It Could Have Been A Brilliant Career Hustle Roses- Alive The Airborne Toxic Event- All At Once Fun.- All At Once Save Ferris- Come On Eileen Cold War Kids- We Used to Vacation The Killers- Runaways Amy Winehouse- Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow? Radio...

I know exactly what I am doing this Christmas day. After opening gifts, visiting family, overstuffing myself on roast beef and snickerdoodles, I am heading to the movie theater and watching  Les Miserables!  I have been in love with this story since I saw it at the Forrest Theater in Philadelphia back when I was in middle school (so, needless to say, a very long time). The music was enchanting, it moved me to tears, and still does to this day. The book, written in 1862 by Victor Hugo, tells the tale of love, poverty, loss, and redemption during the French Revolution. The story centers around Jean Valjean and the people that he encounters. The novel begins with him being released from prison for stealing bread. He ends up meeting Fantine, a working woman, who must give up her daughter Cosette, who is raised by Valjean as his child. We watch Cosette grow up, and fall in love in the midst of war. We watch Valjean battle for his freedom and escape his past against prison guard J...

TGIF!!!! Everyone survive the week mostly intact? Time to celebrate! We also have another reason to celebrate, Autumn is here! On September 22nd at 10:49 am to be exact :) Sooooo, we have two choices on this lovely Friday. Enjoy the last day of fun summer drinks (hint: go under the label "what's in your cup" for a bunch of great recipes- the link is at the bottom of the post). OR say, who needs to wait until tomorrow, I need to start my fall drinks NOW. If you are in the second group (I know I am!) this list of a few fall drink options is for you (Next month I will post more Halloween themed drinks- keep an eye out!). - Woodchuck Pumpkin Private . I was obsessed from the first sip. If you need to locate it, you can on the company's  website . It is a limited release, so grab it quick. And, it is naturally gluten free! -Another easy to grab off the shelf drink: Dogfish Head Punkin Ale . Back when I was a gluten consumer, this was my favorite fall drink. It is brew...

Saturday is the first day of Fall!!!! If you are anything like me, this is super exciting. Autumn can be a lovely time of year. The leaves are turning, the air is crisp, pumpkin coffee is at every corner shop, and Halloween is bringing out the kid in everybody. It is a great time of year to really appreciate what your local area has to offer- or travel (kids are in school, so it's not a prime time) to a place a bit more hoodie-friendly for those in the warmer climates. Wine trails - These are not just for Napa. While the best wine may come from more distant locales, much of the United States is covered in grapes. Wine trails are a beautiful, and delicious, way to sample some local vintages and get gorgeous views of the local area. A simple Google search of "autumn wine trails" has brought   up such diverse states as Ohio, Michigan, and Connecticut. Delaware is offering a wine AND ale trail, and York County Pennsylvania has many trails to explore. There may be seasonal w...

Yesterday, I posted about  blustery days are great for creating .  I wanted to follow up with my endeavor (and prove to you, my beloved readers, that I do in fact practice what I preach. I had a large sun/moon drawn out, and I finally accomplished it. It really was quite easy to knock it out with the wind whistling at the window. So cozy, and lets you get in the zone. Here is the final product! The original painting is available on  Etsy! Now, if you would like a print of the painting instead of the original, those are available (for a much more wallet friendly price!) at  Zazzle I hope you had just as much success creating! You can follow my art, recieve blog updates, and other cool facts at  https://www.facebook.com/KimberlyWallsArtAndDesign