LIVING JOYFULLY
...is not always easy but as I begin a new year I like to remember the things that bring me joy. How about throwing a great party? Maggie, an awesome hostess, had a shabu-shabu dinner that was the most fun. Everyone gets to cook their own meal and after...
BY THE SEA
By the beautiful sea……O.K., the Pacific Ocean. I always forget how awesome this is! I took Nikka with me to the Ritz Carlton at Laguna-Niguel for a special event. Need I say how much we both needed even this brief vacation? Here’s the view from our room. Kita was in...
BECAUSE YOU ASKED
My dearest friends you have been so kind and loving throughout this transition time and I am so touched and heart warmed that many of you have asked how to donate in memory of dear Charles. To make a gift, please have the tax deductable check made payable...
REMEMBERING WITH LOVE
With a heart filled with gratitude, thankful for each precious moment with Charles Lee Parker who left us on December 17, 2017. He was just an adorable boy with a chicken... Who grew up to be the smartest, wisest, kindest man also always adept in the kitchen with the...
DEBBIE KORBEL ARTISTE EXTRAORDINAIRE
This may well be the most important blog I’ve ever written. Last July, I received notice of 'Beyond the Lines' gallery’s exhibition at Bergamont Station featuring Debbie Korbel, an artist who had studied with me years ago. May I say that no one else could get me...
LET'S TALK ABOUT FOOD
Actually, lets talk about the joy we have when we share a meal with a dear friend. Perhaps 'it’s not about the food at all' to quote Sandie Girl. It’s easy to feel under pressure, rushed and harried which is why even an hour with a friend can put you...
MORE THAN A BOOKSIGNING BOOKSIGNING
….was held in the Nan Rae Studio for Lisa Di Vita’s page turner of a book, ‘The Shattered Peacock’ based on a real life story of displacement and heroism. The theme is universal and relatable for so many whether you’re living in a city other than your birth or...
CONTINUING ON IN NYC
First stop for the day was the American Museum of Natural History…. We had tickets to see a 3D show on Bird Migration... The main event was the Hayden Planetarium for the Space Show ‘Dark Universe’. I’ve seen other space shows there and they’re always...
THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM
was first on our list for day two but …fuel for the day was required. I should really be embarrassed to show this! Bravo Four seasons! Actually the breakfast marathon always started with yogurt and fruit….Now I’m really embarrassed! O.K. then, I will... Can you...
IT ALL BEGAN WITH A LUNCHEON AT THE HARVARD CLUB
in NYC, honoring alumni and friends who have provided for Harvard. I guess I’m a friend and you know you can’t have too many! Anyway, it was a wonderful excuse to go to New York and the luncheon turned out to be inspiring. But let’s begin at the beginning with...
WELCOME…
to my personal blog where I’ll be sharing adventures and how I determine each day to live joyfully as an Artist, Teacher, and Author. My latest book “What If… We Have the Power to Change Our Lives” an inspirational book that hopefully will empower you to live your best life! You can find me and my work at nanraestudio.com My hope is that this blog will inspire you to find joy everywhere and in everything and that is what I wish for you!