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Here’s an ugly truth: one of the reasons I adore mixed media painting is that it is a very forgiving medium for I am a decidedly awkward maker. When I make something, it generally resembles the output of a five year-old, if the child were a bit challenged in the eye-hand coordination department. And yet, this never stops me. I have long since left behind the shame of my less than perfect creations. What I know is that when I make something for someone (including … View Post

“I do Squam for the people I meet and the chance to be in nature.” – Kerry Lemon Hello and welcome to Tuesday, otherwise known as Day Two of our SQUAM LOVE FEST! Today we’ve got LOVE ANGEL and self-made woman Kerry Lemon at Morning on the Dock — head over and give it a listen! She shares how she created her extraordinary business and how she keeps it vital, alive and the choices she makes to keep her so blissfully happy. Among the many … View Post

I celebrate myself, and sing myself, And what I assume you shall assume, For every atom belonging to me as good belongs to you. – Song of Myself, Walt Whitman Hello and welcome to an entire WEEK OF SQUAM LOVE! Yes, we are doing this. Yes, this is a thing. Yes, this is inspired by Valentine’s Day waiting for us on Sunday, and yet, this is so much MORE than a celebration of romantic, sentimental, pink streamers and heart-shaped candy. I am actually taking a … View Post

Heart Medals, video by TIF FUSSELLSQUAM from Squam on Vimeo. “Happiness is a form of courage.” George Holbrook Jackson Yes! Today is often referred to as Groundhog Day and lord knows I love me some Bill Murray. In fact, I love this movie so much as I believe it is such perfect analogy for how it is we grow our soul. If you remember, at the beginning our hero Phil was a total tool: arrogant, self-centered, small-hearted and contemptuous of humanity. And then, on his … View Post

“I urge you to please notice when you are happy, and exclaim or murmur or think at some point, ‘If this isn’t nice, I don’t know what is.” – Kurt Vonnegut Hello and warmest wishes from snowy Providence! February is just around the corner and we have two lovely bits to share with you. First up: we have joined the audio revolution and have a brand-new series of podcast interviews happening over at MORNING ON THE DOCK. Check it out! You can subscribe on either … View Post