Went downtown for coffee then walked through Prenzlauer Berg enjoying many performances for Fête de la Musique. Got home late at dusk but before dark making the most of this longest day.




Went downtown for coffee then walked through Prenzlauer Berg enjoying many performances for Fête de la Musique. Got home late at dusk but before dark making the most of this longest day.




It’s humid out here on the balcony hours after the storm - and dark. I sat outside for a couple of hours reading, then I sketched our hawthorn courtyard tree in marker. Now that it’s starting to rain again, it’s time to go in and get ready to go out…
Big thunderstorm to start my summer solstice Sunday
Watched: Disclosure Day 🍿
Got a kilogram of strawberries from the local strawberry hut yesterday - it’s going to be a very delicious few days…
The next sports tournament Football World Cup is on for the next 5 weeks - watched the opening ceremonies and opening match (MEX - RSA 2:0) last night and I’m watching CAN - BIH (1:1) right now.
Saddened by the loss of David Hockney - to me his works of especially the last few years are the best of painting and a constant inspiration.
Nighttime linden blossom scent is my favorite.
Our Serbian bellflowers are in bloom.


Caught this moment 7 years ago to the day, Nelly and Champi are still the best of friends