Yesterday was Veteran’s Day.  Members of my family have been in the military.  Some fought in WWII. I remember the Vietnam War and not understanding why we were there and why people in the military were not looked at in a favorable manner.  They weren’t fighting because they wanted to, they were there because our country sent them there. 

Fortunately now vets are honored.  Starbucks was giving vets free coffee.  Other places were honoring vets in other ways.

My friend Joan did a wonderful watercolor yesterday of a Revolutionary War soldier’s grave that I didn’t even know was in our town.  I was in awe of the sacrifices he made to create this country.  We aren’t just Americans, we a patriots. We are the legacy of these brave men and women who created this county “of the people, by the people and for the people.”

I started this yesterday and it was so windy I brought it home and tweaked it this morning.

Happy Veterans Day every day.

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So this is my AEDM for today.

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I woke up this morning feeling that it was time to take action.  Avoid those in the media who are not helping anything. Basically, doing my part one step at a time.

The sketch below is a repeat but I felt it summed things up.

If you like what I have to say and my thoughts, please share them and let’s all work together.

“It’s a great day in America.”

Here’s what I am going to do as my part in making America great again. I believe we all can work together to make America great. The leader of the country manages it to the best of their ability but it is up to us to make it all work. No manager or CEO wants to hear complaints or people whining. What they like and respect are people who present ideas and solutions. Instead of complaining, how about submitting ideas to Mr Trump to make America great? He said he wants to tap our potential. Let’s show the world we CAN be great. Instead of protesting, how about community Focus groups. Sit down and come up with ideas to solve problems and work with our politicians. Request an audience and try to find common ground. STOP watching the media. Stop fighting among each other. Today is the first day of “It’s a great day in America!” How about we start with everyone smiling and just saying “hello” to each other. #greatdayinamerica #payitforward

I have been frequently going over to Starbucks to sketch.  It’s nice to get out of the studio for a little while.  I have been trying to fill up this larger sketchbook since it only has a few pages left.  It always seems like the last few pages take the longest.  Here’s one of those sketches…

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Some sketches done at Starbucks

I thought this was appropriate for today.

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It’s Alive!

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“Young Dr Frankenstein”. Mixed media, acrylic limited palette, on Fabriano Artistico watercolor paper. Loved the photo, thanks for posting! AEDM Day 6 #AEDM2016 

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“Zeus & Hera”. Collage, mixed media, acrylic on Fabriano Artistico w/c paper. As to the story behind this….I will leave that up for you to decide….a tip….Greek gods and goddesses were usually up to no good. Great photo, definitely inspired by it. #AEDM2016

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“Wednesday Adams all grown up” Acrylic/Mixed media in a handmade Sketchbook made from Fabriano Artistico cold press watercolor paper. #AEDM2016 Day 4. This sketchbook is hand made and I may sell the whole sketchbook when it is complete. It is made from one sheet of watercolor paper and is approx 8×10.

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