Category Archives: Paros

Ambrosial

Posted on May 20, 2021 by Art for Housewives

While watering the plants this morning, an unexpected fragrance stepped inside my nose. For the first time, our honeysuckle had flowered and the smell was intense. Smell has the magic of quickly activating one’s memory so the scent of honeysuckle … Continue reading →

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Spoils and Spolia

Posted on December 9, 2020 by Art for Housewives

This blog originated with the theme “Make Art, Not Trash”—the intention being that of promoting the transformation of household trash into something both beautiful and useful. Part of my recycling experiments included the use of old clothes to make new … Continue reading →

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Crossing The Threshold

Posted on October 22, 2020 by Art for Housewives

In 753 BC, after killing his twin brother Remus in a struggle for power, Romulus founded the city of Rome (naming it after himself) and declared himself king. Romulus had big plans for Rome. But the Roman population was limited. … Continue reading →

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The Bench

Posted on October 21, 2020 by Art for Housewives

Sometimes all it takes to be happy is to sit on a bench in front of the sea with the person you love.

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From the Inside Looking Out

Posted on October 20, 2020 by Art for Housewives

This is the view I have every morning when I drink my coffee. It makes me glow inside and gives the day a good start. It’s a view with so many stories. There’s the little table where we have lunch … Continue reading →

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