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Most mornings I start with a few stretches and exercises. The tennis ball is an absolute favorite of mine for stretching out sore muscles and tendons in tight and hard-to-get places.  I'll probably make a video in the near future showing how I use it. I also love therabands and small hand weights.  These are easy, small items to keep at home or in the studio.  That way one can get a few exercises in in between paintings!

What is the best way to hang your art? There are many articles and videos online regarding this subject.  But what I can tell you is that it always pays to get your art up and out of the box!  Even if its not perfect.  For example, if you purchase a painting like the one shown.  And hope to have it framed but want to hang it unframed until you are ready to frame, I think that's a great idea.  Maybe you will grow to like it without the frame!   Art is so fun because it adds life to a room.  It can brighten any corner.   So go ahead and get your new artwork up on that wall....

Pretty much a daily activity is packing and shipping packages.  I do a lot of shipping through the US Post Office but also ship via Fedex and DHL Global Express.  DHL picks up packages but I usually drop off the USPS and Fedex packages.   DO you love my doggy bag?  I love these reusable shopping bags for carrying packages.  They are nice and roomy and very durable.   See ya later!  Time to bundle up.  Getting a bit chilly here in Chicago.  Will be putting the winter tights on soon.