Livin' on the edge...

We named our baby!

2009-02-28T23:56:57Z

Last night, Ben and I finally decided upon naming our son Kyle Matthew... a good thing, too, because he is due at the end of March! Boy, time flies!!!

Ahhh California Dreamin'

2009-02-26T20:25:45Z

The hills around San Francisco! Oh, and my husband. :)

View right outside our apt.!

Palm tree! I love it.

Not too flattering a pic of me, but Ben looks good. In fact, for some reason, he reminds me of a Peter Pan here...

Vday

2009-02-25T05:48:07Z

Sorry it's late, but I was just cleaning up the images on my camera... what my husband got me for Valentine's Day.
He's a darling man... didn't he know that his love was gift enough?

I know!

2009-02-20T22:45:45Z

I found out a few hours ago, that I'm having:

Art or Crime?

2009-02-13T00:27:52Z

Art or Crime?

Here is my latest ACEO, my comment on a growing trend in society... is graffiti "art" or "crime"?

Graffiti artists every where tag walls, spray subways, and draw all over their blackbooks. I realize that your corner grocer probably doesn't want to come to work one morning to see his beautiful white wall covered in graffiti, and a lot of young people DO it simply because of rebellion, but it is not fair to lump all graffiti into that one category.

If you look at it closely, you'll see line and form used very carefully. You'll see colors blended and stark against one another. You will begin to depict style, and tell one artist from the other. I do not use the term artist sparingly. I know that these people take pride in their hard work, just like a sculptor or scenic painter would.

Take the popularity of Basquiat, for example. His work was against the very society that adopted him.

There is room for graffiti, it is not all garbage and done to "mess things up". Seriously, the next time you're out and about, take a good look at the side of that building or decrepit fence... you're partaking in an art gallery experience without paying the admittance fee.

Appreciate art for all it's worth, for remember, one man's trash is another man's treasure.

Super DAWG Sale!

2009-02-12T17:29:42Z

As posted on the DAWG Team blog , by Paper Moon Delights, there will be a:

SUPER DAWG SALE ON ETSY
Our Big 4 Day Sale Starts Tomorrow Friday the 13th, You must take the time to check out all the new art and Great Sales all our members will have going on!
Type in DAWG Team in the Tags and see our tags
I will be offering
BUY TWO GET ONE ACEO FREE
PLUS FREE SHIPPING Friday - Monday!
Papermoondelights
There are many of us in the Dawg Team offering great sales so don't miss out!!
SALE ON ETSY!!

I am a member of two teams on Etsy, and this one is fantastic. All of these are hard working women who put a lot of time and effort into their work. This is a four day sale, so come by and check it out. Just do a search for DAWG Team on the home page of Etsy, and all the sale items will come up. Thank you!

Sushi soap?

2009-02-11T21:04:06Z

I still can't believe how awesome this is! I don't know her, but love her stuff. Go check it out!

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6793574

Cat Bus!

2009-02-06T22:51:51Z

Someone on my friend's list posted this, and I know enough of you will think it's cute, so here you go. :)

A New Art Card

2009-02-01T02:45:04Z

That I just made! I am really pleased with how she came out... what do you think?

Blog Giveaway

2009-01-24T03:15:38Z

Hi every one! I'm having a giveaway on my crafting blog! Please take a moment and stop by to see what you could win!

http://www.aloquin.blogspot.com

best of luck!

Internet Radio

2009-01-22T22:44:12Z

I'm sure every one has internet radio that they listen to, but have you heard the best one yet?

Jump on the bandwagon, and experience internet radio like you never have before! Cyber-FM IS Mainstream for the Underground, 24 hours a day and 365 days a year. You've tried the rest, now actually come and experience the BEST-

http://www.cyber-fm.com

Like 50s? What about 80s? Are you a techno-freak? They've got what you're looking for!

Do You MFTU? Check it out!

Breakfast

2009-01-19T19:09:37Z

I am eating a reheated bbq cheeseburger for breakfast. Plus some reheated burn kielbasa (sp?). If my continually growing stomache wasn't proof enough of my pregnancy, then my breakfast certainly is.

My baby!

2009-01-16T18:06:27Z

I know it's been a while since September, when this was actually taken, but I now have time and the resources to actually scan it in and post it. Every one... meet my new baby, Jubilee Morrison (if it's a girl). If it's a boy, Ben wants Obi Wan, or Hawkeye. I comfort myself by telling myself that he's kidding, but I'm not sure...

Anyway, here is my baby. You can see the head and nose and every thing!!!

99 Doodles, #3- Sleeping Man!

2009-01-16T17:52:30Z

Here we go, #3 of 99! Sketched yesterday, early morning in a McDonalds, as I was killing time waiting for an office to open up down the road.

#2 of #99!

2009-01-13T05:43:17Z

Here is my second doodle of 99... I'm making progress!!!

99 Doodles #1

2009-01-09T17:17:37Z

Here we go, my first Doodle of 99! This one is "Lonely Mermaid". I'm thinking of turning it into a card, like a "Wish you were Here" type thing, but I don't know yet. I fooled around a little with color, but I like the grey a lot better. Anyway, here it is!

Along the Coast, #1

2009-01-07T18:14:47Z

What good is going to a completely different state (dare I say, nearly a whole different world!) with out documenting it in comic form? So, here we go... the debut of "Along the Coast!" Click the image to read clearer, and let me know what you think!

TODAY

2009-01-06T16:13:07Z

Drizzling

2009-01-05T18:45:13Z

Yes, it's drizzling today here in Pacifica, CA. But it's a little funny... a little rain really brings people down here. They don't want to do anything, and if they do, they bring umbrellas like it's a downpour. LOL- they should come to LI sometimes during an actual rain storm. :)
Anyway, been busy! Yesterday, I ordered business cards with my artwork on them, should get here in 3 days. I've already chatted with people here and there, and there are many tattoo shops looking to buy flash art if it's good enough. I haven't sold anything to tattoo shops in a couple of years, so it's time to see what I can crank out.
I also sent my resume to a local t-shirt shop. I would really love to get into a job where I can actually utilize my Graphic Design degree for once. So, fingers crossed!

Experiencing California

2009-01-04T17:35:25Z

I don't know if I'm ever going to get used to walking around in just a sweatshirt in January... but with the reports I'm hearing from back in New York, I know that it's freezing for you guys! Anyway, here are some more pics... don't worry, I've shrunk them down to viewable size.

This is the view from Kennedy airport on New Year's Eve... if you look carefully enough, you can see the snow through the window.

Here I am at the beach with Ben's sister Candice, who couldn't wait to show me around! Ben has already lived here in Pacifica before.

Here are some pictures of the cliffs which are also just 5 minutes from our apartment.

Here are some dogs in the park right by our house. What I love about being here is that people are outside, doing things. In fact, Ben's sister doesn't even have t.v. When you're here, you'd rather be outside!

This is the view from our apartment!

Here is a closer picture of the pier from the last picture. Sometimes, the waves crash so high the water comes up as high as the pier.

And finally, here is the atrium on the first floor of our apartment. The whole place used to be a hotel, and it's just like staying on vacation to be here.

More to come later...

San Fran and 7 months!

2009-01-03T16:53:21Z

Today is 7 months that Ben and I have been married! It is hard to believe that time goes so fast... but I've never been happier in my life. AND... we are now living in Pacifica, CA! It is a nice, Pacific Ocean coastal town on the outskirts of San Francisco. We arrived 2 days ago and already we are having a blast. Getting used to the time zone change takes a bit (we are 3 hours behind New York), but it is a lovely place and we are thrilled to be here. Just last night we climbed up a huge hill until we were almost level with the top of the Golden Gate Bridge and hung out there a while, just taking in the sights.

Here we are, at the beach just 5 minutes from where we live!

Well, that's it for now. Happy New Year every one!!!

Happy Thanksgiving

2008-11-26T17:24:15Z

Just wanted to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving and hope you're all well!

I'm Expecting!

2008-09-04T19:36:17Z

Yes, you read right... I am about 2 months pregnant right now, and we couldn't be happier. It's been nearly 13 years since I last took this adventure, so it's all pretty new to me again. I'm doing good though... only got really sick once so far. Having my vitamins at night helps with that.

We don't know what we're having yet... but I'm hoping it's a little girl. Anyhow, my time is short, so I'll go for now. Hope every one is doing great!

Married Life

2008-06-20T16:29:26Z

The most interesting thing, or the one to get used to? Sleeping with someone. He hogs the bed. Which I don't mind... I'm cool with my little side of the bed, except it's HOT out, and he keeps hugging me in his sleep. Yes, I know it's adorable... but I can't stand being hot. :)

I'll be starting a new job next week as a CNA in a nursing home in Sayville. I'm excited because the place actually looks like it's run decently (hard to find in nursing homes) and the pay is over 15 dollars an hour. Which I can really use right now because these gas prices are kicking my butt.

You know how sometimes people on your friend's list post about stuff going on in their life, and all of a sudden you think "Wait a minute? Since when are they working THERE? Since when are they dating HIM/HER? since when???" And then you wonder how you could have missed all that seemingly pretty standard information, but somehow you feel too ashamed to ask for clarification because it seems like info you *should* already know? It happens to all of us sometimes.

Please copy mine below, erase my answers putting yours in their place then post it in your journal! Please elaborate on the questions that would benefit from elaboration! One-Word-Answers seldom help anyone out.

1. First name: Jennifer
2. Age: 32
3. Location: Long Island, NY
4. Hometown: Bethpage... at least that's where they tell me I was born.
5. Occupation: Certified Nursing Aide... and now, a wife!
6. Partner: Ben
7. Kids: David, and maybe... who knows?
8. Brothers/Sisters: Matt, Elijah, and Nick... in that order.
10. List the 3-5 biggest things going on in your life:

(1) Obviously the fact that I just got married. How can I even type the words? It seems so non-chalant, but I'm still amazed, and in bliss. Utter bliss.

(2) Unfortunately, I've found myself drinking a bit lately. I'm going to have to cut that out. It's disgusting, even if I don't get drunk.

(3) Trying to find peace between my family and the fact that I got married so soon, and without them there. The find little comfort in the fact that there is yet to be a ceremony... they are hurt.

11. Parents: Cheryl and George
12. Who are some of your closest friends?: Tina and Bernice, I'd have to say.
13. Do you drink/smoke?: Drink yes, no smoke.
14. Tattoos/Piercings: Tat of a bandaid on my lower calf with David's initials, and several ear holes I've done myself after the inital ones.

Hello, My Name Is...

2008-06-16T15:47:52Z

... Jennifer Morrison! Yes, for those of you yet unawares, Ben and I "tied the knot" on Tuesday, June 3. Now don't worry! It was a private ceremony with only the pastor and 3 witnesses. We will have a real ceremony so we can share with every one towards the end of this year.

We did get married rather early, but when you know it is real and meant to be, then it just is. I can not explain it any clearer than that. You just know. And I truly love him...
OK... so here we go with the

Ben and Jen, the happy couple!

Even though it was laid back, we were still nervous...

...but blissfully happy.

And just a few other pictures... more to come soon!

I love it when he smiles...

So now, I am married. I can't explain how different I feel... the only thing that comes close is that I now feel how I am supposed to. Does that make sense? It's as if I found something that was lost, something I should have had to make me whole, and now I have it. And that is what love is, when it is real. It makes you the real you... the you that you were truly meant to be. And it is a beautiful, smiling me.