SweetGrass Arts Festival

Never new standing under a freeway causes a breeze. Lucky to be there. It was a very humid day.

Another good festival neighbor, Jermaine Ford (Sweet Grass Basket Professional)

A long way since Oprah

Artist Akiane

This young lady was introduced to the world by Oprah Winfrey when she was around seven years old. Her artwork is inspirational. The talent she displayed as a child has developed (if you can believe it) into an even stronger presence on her fresh canvases. Akiane has quietly continued working hard on her talent  (art and poetry).She has developed a strong portfolio and  book collecton.

 God has truely blessed this young lady. I had the fortune of meeting her in Charlotte, NC around the time she was introduced to the United States. The warmth she has  fills any room that she enters. My wife was equally convienced that she is Spirit filled.  

Sweet Grass Festival & Art Show ( This weekend)

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Pineapple print

Pushing the envelope?

As an artist I appreciate going outside the boundaries set by formations and restrictions. However for each step we take there are others who see that line as the boundary and pushes to go even farther. That is where each of us must first take a hard look at what lines we will step across and which lines we won't.

Angels Talking (print)

The gauge you use determines where you will and won't. For me, it is the Word of God. Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Galations 6:7 This is true for us as individuals, country and man. These are very dangerous days, but they can also be the most productive days for seed planters. This is just a reminder to those who care enough to stop and ask. My words have no meaning to those who do not use the same gauge as I. For those who do, God's words are alive not dead.

You were running a good race. Who cut in on you to keep you from obeying the truth? 8 That kind of persuasion does not come from the one who calls you. “A little yeast works through the whole batch of dough.” Galations 5:7-9



So, what lines will you cross?



So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. For the flesh desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the flesh. They are in conflict with each other, so that you are not to do whatever you want. But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the law. Galations 5:16-18



The lines are clearer than you may think.



The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity and debauchery; idolatry and witchcraft; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who live like this will not inherit the kingdom of God.

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. Galations 5: 19-24



The lines are clear. Pushing the envelope in entertainment seems to have taken a faster pace than ever now. The lines start in areas that are already too extreme.

What line are you using as a gauge?

Health Tips (prevention methods)

Mens's Health has a great article on prevention methods for prostrate cancer. It is definitely worth reading. provention is better when started as early as possible. Good habits are practiced with the right education.

Portrait Artist Jon O Hollaway

One of my day booth partners Jon O Hollaway from Lander University. A very good artist. It's always good to have good neighbors when you are going to spend hours together. Thanks Jon

Slater SC Strawberry Festival

Friday Joke

Jamie- God how long is a million years to you?


God- it is but a second Jamie.

Jamie- God how much is a million dollars to you?

God- it is but a penny to me

Jamie- God can I have a penny

God- just a second



-Michelle

Best Show Yet

Mayor pleased with this years event.

New Art Preview