Welcoming April ...

We had a surprise with the weather yesterday as it snowed!

A day late for April Fools . . .  but unexpected.

Today, while there are still patches of snow on our lawn, it's 20 degrees C .

~Walk the Earth~

Walk the Earth with gentle feet.

Nod your head to those you meet.

Keep your faith in God above.

And in everything you do, do with Love.

~deb dunn~

I found the loveliest sheer ribbon ~ the finishing touch needed for a collection of wooden Crosses I've just finished painting.

My thoughts written lightly in pencil on the cross before I begin to paint can be found on the back of the cross where I have handwritten it in white ink. 

They can be found in my little Vintage Sparrow Studio Etsy shop

(link in sidebar)

~The Rosary~ 

Bead by bead, seed by seed,

faith is shown in each good deed.

Each and every day, the wisdom sown

yields a life's garden of your very own.

~deb dunn~

~Joy~

He fills my life with Joy

Have a wonderful day

~ deb & the sparrows~ 

 

DVSA Art Auction 2025 ...

Dundas Valley School of Art Annual Art Auction is happening with online previews on now!

Over 1,400 pieces of original artworks in a variety of styles and mediums.

In person visits begin Wednesday, April 2 - 6

at the beautiful Dundas Valley School of Art

21 Ogilvie Street

Dundas, Ontario

I submitted 3 pieces of original art to this year's auction ....

*By the light of the Silvery Moon*

lot 861

... my story underneath the paint reads

By the light of the silvery moon 

all creatures come to rest

nestled together, what lovely dreams you must have

tucked into a cozy nest

~deb dunn~

*The Wild Child*

lot 863

... my story underneath the paint reads

You, wearing twigs in your hair,

your heart on your sleeve,

embracing all of nature

living with Peace & Ease

~deb dunn~

 

*Bedtime Stories*

lot 862

... my story underneath the paint reads

Night has fallen

we're in our nest.

Cuddle up little one

it's time to rest.

Listen carefully,

I've stories to share.

Being an owl comes with responsibilities,

we are a bird that is rare.

When I was an Owlet,

just like you,

I was told these stories

in my nest, I sat too.

When it's time for you to fly,

wandering to the tallest trees

you will have the finest views

of forests, valley and seas.

A watcher of the woods

is what you will be

when you are a bit older

when it's time to be set free.

So many adventures

and journeys await,

but for now, little one, it's time to rest

for it is getting late. 

~deb dunn~

I hope you have a look at this year's fabulous auction .... wonderful art awaits!! 

Upcoming Art Exhibit ...

So very grateful to have my two submissions accepted into the upcoming Art in the Workplace

 Exhibit # 41

McMaster Innovation Park

Hamilton, Ontario

My paintings The Enchanted & When you feed the birds, you feed your soul

can be seen in the beautiful atrium March 3 - June 26, 2025

~The Enchanted~ 

As always .... the words/story penciled in, gently covered over with paints and paper

Forest bathing

barefoot walker

into the enchanted woods you go.

Amongst the wildflowers

is where you wander

at a pace that's nice and slow.

The earth feels cool

between your toes

mindful steps are taken.

There's magic and mystery

in this sacred space

and you are keenly awakened.

For in this spiritual land, you walk

moving with ease and grace

In a silent hush, not a word is spoken

with the sun upon your face.

~deb dunn~

~When you feed the birds, you feed your soul~

Whispers to the birds are spoken

so softly, not all can hear

but those who they are meant for

will listen and gather near.

She feeds the birds

each morning, at the very break of day

seeds for the birds, nourishing both souls,

she does this as she prays.

"Watch over those with feathers

who come here for their feed

may they find what they are looking for

in kindness, may I lead.

And once they are full

and take to the sky

Please keep them safe 

wherever they may fly"

~deb dunn~ 

 

A simple thing like a snowfall . . .

We are living in our own little Narnia . . . 

I was so happy to hear bird song as I made my way into the garden.

And then looking up and seeing our little Dove sitting in the tree just waiting for the feeders to be brushed off!

"I know a little more

how much a simple thing

like a snowfall

can mean 

to a person"

~Sylvia Plath~

 

our little winter wonderland

As I was standing under the canopy of trees, branches weighed down,

all it took was the landing of Cardinals to have me covered

in snow :-) 

JOY 

Our little sparrow who sits happily upon the picket fence 

watching over sparrow garden . . . 

"I wonder if the snow 

loves the trees and the fields,

that it kisses them so gently?

And then it covers them up snug, you know,

with a little white quilt, and perhaps it says

'Go to sleep darlings till the summer comes again' "

~Lewis Carroll~

I think so :-) 

National Flag Day . . .

 Celebrating 60 years of our beautiful flag!

National Flag Day ~ February 15th ~ commemorating the inauguration of our iconic flag

 with its red and white stripes and stunning maple leaf.

Flown with pride!

Home is where the maple leaf is! 

Snow much love . . .

Our groundhog's prediction of an early spring may have been a bit off . . . 

but for two snow lovers we made the most of it!

Layered clothes, snow pants, jacket, scarf, hat, gloves and warm boots and we spent a good part of the day outside.

I had to bring the camera outside and take some pics to show our friends in England whose latest email told us of woodland walks looking at snowdrops .... 18 - 20 " of the white fluffy kind was our version of "snow drops" ;-)

heart shaped sugar cookies

valentine flowers

love notes tucked into handsewn hearts 

bird watching window seat

jotting down birds in the garden for the Great Bird Count which started today

so far, we've seen doves, juncos, blue jays and cardinals

Our picket fence always makes a good measuring tape for snow falls

how snow makes me feel!

~happy Valentine's Day~ 

d xo 

 

JanuMerry . . .

I love the month of January for so many reasons ....

the beginning of a brand New Year, opening a new journal, hanging up the New Years calendar,

snowy days, bundled up walks, crackling fires in our family room, homemade soups simmering on the stove, cozy nights at home ... my list of Winter love goes on and on.

And then, add in an Anniversary xo, and birthdays ~ one being my own!

The night before my birthday, I looked through my flower press and chose some blooms.

I laid twine across each section of a muffin tin, placed a few petals on the twine and topped with water.

They sat out overnight under the Full Wolf Moon.

In the morning, when I brought them into the house and placed them on the kitchen

counter, it didn't take long for them to begin to lift to the top!

It was time to take them back outside where I strung them on the branches of our purple

cherry tree.

It made for the perfect birthday banner.

The cold temperatures were ideal for keeping the banner frozen for days to enjoy!

"All we ever need is right where we are,

if we can open the ordinary treasure

that is always before us"

~Mark Nepo~