Our Lady of Guadalupe--Leather Carving in Barnwood Frame

George Floyd

I used a beautiful and dramatic painting of George Floyd by Brian Carlson as a model for this watercolor painting.  I know there are good cops out there and I support them 100% in their difficult job.  However, as in ANY profession, when someone does something wrong, there needs to be accountability.  BLM

I Am Gone from Here

I AM GONE FROM HERE

Standing at my grave,

Please don’t shed a tear.

My spirit’s left this place,

And I am gone from here.

I’m in my childrens’ veins,

And in their memories dear.

I’m in my artwork done,

For friends both far and near.

My spirit’s in the ground I’ve worked,

And plants I’ve nurtured there.

And in the grapes and wine we’ve made,

And toasts that we have shared.

And at the high school games,

On cold November nights,

I’m in the mist that swirls,

Beneath the stadium lights.

So do not cry and do not weep,

My spirit’s all around you see.

And all I’ve done and all I’ve made…

—is me.

Inspired by:  Mary Elizabeth Frye