Kickstarter Project Update - "When Land Meets the Sea"

First, I want to thank my generous backers, who give me the hope that my project will be fully funded by the deadline. I appreciate all your generosity, and I am humbled by the outpouring of support. Please continue to spread the word!

I am pleased to let you know that I have finished my book, and it is in the hands of my editor. I hope to have it posted on Blurb by mid-April, a self-publishing website that provides publishing services to authors who cannot pay the big bucks for a publishing house. Even so, self-publishing is costly, so your contributions will help make this project happen!

:When Land Meets the Sea" will be a hard cover book with a dust jacket, and 8"X10" page size. The total page count is 50 pages. Almost every page has at least one image of one of my paintings.

I can't wait to reveal it to the world!

Artfully yours,

Cathy Harville

"Autumn's Last Gifts", 10"x16" watercolor on paper, private collection c2006

Potholes

After the major snows we had this winter, the roads are full of potholes. It is to be expected, but, nonetheless, they are annoying. It takes a while for crews to fix them, but the road is just never the same again.

Life is full of potholes - all the challenges, irritations, and burdens that come in all shapes and sizes. This past week, I fell into a major pothole. I had a relapse from bipolar disorder, and landed in the hospital. Now grateful to be home, I find myself reflecting on how to fix that pothole - how to better manage my life with this illness.

First, I want to thank everyone that "came to the rescue" as I am struggling with my latest pothole. It is so much appreciated.

Second, I realized that some things had to change in my life. With any mental illness, ordinary, daily issues can turn into huge monsters. Now, instead of panicking, I can step back and figure out what needs adjusting. I am becoming more assertive, and honest, and I am asking for help.

This relapse also made me realize that we live life in the present - not the past or future. By focusing on the present, life gets easier.

I want to thank everyone who provides support and love for me, not only during times of struggle, but also all year long. Sometimes it takes a village to fix a pothole.

On the mend,

Cathy

Update on my Kickstarter Project!

I am in the middle of compiling my art book, my seascapes, and stories about each painting. I am also appealing to Chesapeake Bay enthusiasts, and hope that you, and everyone out there, will back my project. My hope is that more people will become aware of the plight of the Bay, and learn how important it is to keep our shorelines clean, and as nature intended.!

Click on http://kck.st/ar6pen to see my project (yes, the link is shorter now)!

Or click on the image below:

As you can see, while I am well on my way, I need your support. Every little bit helps! Please spread the word!

Artfully yours,

Cathy Harville