"Explore" This painting was inspired after a trip up to our family cabin. We went with my daughter and little granddaughter. During our time together, my granddaughter and I explored the woods, went up into the tree house, looked for fish in the creek, and took a whirl on the swings while we howled like wolves! It was fun exploring life through her eyes and discovering new things. Being up at the cabin was also a sober reminder of how short life is. I was remembering everyone who loved the cabin so much and now they are no longer with us. Still, you could feel their presence...in the soft, warm breeze that came in through the front door. The beautiful, bright sunshine that cast shadows through the golden aspen leaves. We will never forget the impact they had on our lives and the memories they left behind. And so, I wanted to make new memories with my sweet Adaleigh. I want her to always remember this specia...