Going Wayward or Just Pacific Northwest

I would love to fill this space with art, inspiration or something visually worthwhile. I apologize but this week it will simply be words. I am preoccupied with planning and fulfilling a long awaited goal: taking a REAL long overdue vacation.

I am visiting Portland Oregon this weekend for 5 days. I have never been to the Pacific Northwest. Needless to say, I am very excited, eager and ready to explore more unchartered territory. Physically; Mentally; Geographically; Personally. I don't know anyone there - yet. I have been wanting to relocate. Is Portland my "IT" city?

At the beginning of the year, I was in a real quandary whether to apply and invest in more art shows or take a vacation. After much thought and self assessment, vacation won. I'm doing a few smaller, less expensive shows instead. I feel terrific about my decision.

Going Portland. I love Words.

FOOTNOTE 9/1: However, still wayward.... and in need of a vacation. I went to check my airline confirmation online and discovered that I am scheduled to return Sept. 10 (made in June). YEAH!!! I scheduled my guesthouse reservation to check out Sept. 9. YIKES. Would cost me more to change the flight than stay an extra day. Found outI can stay at the inn for one more day made just under the wire. No room after that. Now all I have to do is tell work....

Plugging Local Art & Inspiration

There is a healthy, new approach to shopping this weekend and you are invited!!! I am excited and proud to be participating in The Local Market, a brand new show for Chicago, produced by Mimi's Organic Exchange. Admission is FREE!!

The Local Market

Mimi’s Organic Exchange and The Leeway Room

855 West Blackhawk Street

Chicago, IL 60642 USA

773-991-3835

Think globally, enjoy locally

Transform your world

SATURDAY 8/08 12pm-7pm & SUNDAY 8/09, 12pm-6pm

The Local Market of Mimi’s Organic Exchange’s is the perfect destination for your shopping needs. See how local artisans embrace sustainable living and create hand-made, organic and repurposed products. Find something renewed.

Items for sale include essentials as well as one-of-a-kind. Our vendors have a range of products including clothing and accessories, art, jewelry, stationary and home decor. You can also meet great holistic health and wellness service providers, and enjoy performances by featured local musicians.

A prime location, the Leeway Room on Blackhawk is two blocks between the new REI Store on Halsted and Whole Foods on Kingsbury, off North Ave.

Mimi’s Organic Exchange (MOE) is a business, arts and healing network committed to socially, environmentally and spiritually sustainable products and services. A cornerstone of Mimi’s Organic Exchange is creating community through support of local micro-businesses.

"FEEL GOOD" ART. "FEEL GOOD" SHOW. "FEEL GOOD" CAUSE.

I hope to see you there!! Bring & tell your friends, coworkers, and family.


:)Marilyn