two days in july

{a new year}

2011-02-09T14:52:00.002-05:00

happy 2011!

we wish you a lovely year ahead...

we are moving onto other projects, thanks for being here!

xo *s & k

below are our first two posts that started it all...

{day two}

2011-01-22T21:15:00.000-05:00

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new mixed media painting by *s
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Bliss.

sail on the forever floating

ship of dreams

find the horizon

pure grace unfolds

wake the dawning of a new day

let it shine

wait on the wintry shores

with beauty and hope

love to eternity

as creation sings

{day one}

2011-01-21T08:57:00.000-05:00

{k's letter to s that started it all}

S-

It is only appropriate that on our half birthdays, I present you with this gift of words. It has been a lifetime of instant friendships and acquaintances and yet only the true remain. The heart and soul of this letter is to provide an inspirational perspective- on "us", on our story, and most importantly how our friendship has truly shaped the events in our lives.

It all began on July 21 and 22 in 1977, when we were born a day apart. I was born merely hours after you and a connection was sparked. Our parallel paths until now have drawn a map on my soul and are continuously becoming clearer as I grow older and gain perspective. It is wonderful to imagine that we have moved through life in tandem- same hospital, town, and schools, then on as we became roommates, true old friends and now collaborators.

The interlocking connections have set us on a path to an infinite friendship that maintains its strength across the miles. How would we predict that as the calendar years have passed- we would be sailing, swimming, sinking, drifting, jumping and dancing our way to uncover the amazing journey of two women- worlds apart yet connected by one undeniable detail- two days in July.

We are kept alive by the notions and curves that the road of life has offered. You are my guiding light and a star on my horizon- somehow the sail in my forever floating ship of dreams. It is our fate to create a new reality from this short story of us that continues to be written.

Here is my hope- please take this letter and let it set your soul free. May it bring the key that unlocks the door to our creative future together. We've talked about collaborating for years, merging art with words in a way that screams to the world, "THIS IS WHAT LIFE IS ABOUT!" Let it be today that our streams cross (not to just merely meander for a while) but to create a new waterway of inspiration, hope and creativity.

It is with these lofty thoughts and idealistic goals that I write to you today.

May you always feel our connection- no matter the miles or time between.

Your collaborator, your support and your forever friend,

{see sarah's response to k's words tomorrow. s will be posting a painting inspired by this letter & a new poem by k. }

thanks to you for joining us on our journey.

see you tomorrow for day two-

s + k

{november}

2010-12-08T08:32:00.002-05:00

a bit of my november}

posted by *s.

see you at the end of december!

{november}

2010-12-08T08:29:00.001-05:00

{k's poem}

Walking to the edge

Sunlight shines above

You see me for what is

I wonder if its fate

The gifts we share are

Boundless, yet moments

Seem forgotten

The time we spend together

Is merely just too small

Id rather walk this life

With you, than never walk

At all.

{october}

2010-10-29T11:15:00.006-04:00

our days have certainly been busy. and that, most likely, is an understatement.

both k & i are finding ourselves starting over in new-to-us places in our lives this fall.

we are, as always, on this journey side by side although we travel separate paths.

it never ceases to amaze me that we end up together, somehow managing though it all to meet in the middle.

the new amount of time and space we both have to dedicate to our creative endeavors has changed, and it seems a lot harder to keep up with the pace of things, yet we both find ourselves here, checking in with each other through our days.

we didn't want october to pass without being here, in our space.

see you in november. xo *s & k

here's a peek into our october days... before they fly right on by.

poem by k, photo by s

{day one}

2010-09-26T20:27:00.002-04:00

Happy September! It is great to be back. Life certainly has taken me by surprise as I am constantly striving to find one moment to breathe, sleep, talk to those I love, and yet somehow lately, time just takes its toll on me. I am sitting here taking a break from grading essays (I teach 10th and 12th grade english) and I am just in dire need of an escape to two days in july. So, here I am. Sarah and I have had many changes happen recently (her beautiful baby and my move to a new place, new job, new house) and although we have not arrived at the same time this month, we are here!

With that said, welcome to fall 2010 with twodaysinjuly. ENJOY!

the poem

new beginnings

step out
eyes on you
there is no past
just tones of voices
you've never heard before

speak
to the ones
you've never seen
work for the silence
at the end of the day

tend
to the heart
you've missed so much
escape to the place
you call home

*k 9.26.10

{31 days in august}

2010-09-01T11:54:00.003-04:00

k & s took a little

august vacation

from this

space.

we'll be back on the 21st & 22nd

of this month with a fresh start.

happy september!

{day two}

2010-07-22T19:07:00.002-04:00

it's the journey...

a very happy birthday to my friend k

thanks for sharing this one with me

i wouldn't have it any other way

xo *s

{day one}

2010-07-21T08:25:00.001-04:00

the poem

journeys

i spoke today a thousand words
and cried a hundred more.
you walked away without a why
as a bird who could not fly.
the mountains saved my waning spirit
then the river helped to clear it
softened by the washing tide
i held you, by my side
love lead me to the opened space
where quiet beauty, became my place
you helped to see the ways of time
through this long, lonely, journey of mine

*k 7.21.10

** happy birthday my friend, my collaborator, my soul sister! all my love, k

{day two}

2010-06-22T20:23:00.003-04:00

yesterday, on her one month birthday

life sure has been full of changes for both k and me as of late... all good changes, but big ones nonetheless. time is flying by as our new lives are unfolding and surprising us with each and every new day.

we'll see you next month for two days in july & to celebrate our birthdays!

xo *s

{day one}

2010-06-21T17:58:00.001-04:00

the poem

untitled

there is a place to go
to find solstice
among the turbulence
of the transient life

we ride the waves
and look for the calm waters
to only find at the other side
is another storm to ride

moving is like stepping
from an unknown rock
into the rough waters
of the clearest river

no matter how hard
the road may seem
that lies ahead
it is still a beautiful sight

*k 6.21.10

{day two: may}

2010-06-21T09:38:00.000-04:00

{day one of her life}

ada maeve bellemare

born on may 21

xo *s

{day one}

2010-05-21T15:14:00.003-04:00

{the poem}

an ode to a child

life so precious
taking me away
bringing new light
upon this special day

smaller than us
too beautiful to compare
a dream come true
something to share

of all the many things
to come to us in time
exceptionally beautiful
is this child of mine

*this small yet significant poem is dedicated to my partner in crime, sarah, who today with her loving husband welcomes a new baby girl into their life. and if you have followed our story, understood our connection, you will quickly see that her baby girl, was born on the 21st, the same day as her mom, sarah and the same day we (sarah & kate) have posted our words since january 2009. we are all blessed with the opportunities, the miracles, and the moments that take our breath away. congratulations to my friend, my soul sister, my "new mom"!

with lots of love, *k

{day two: april}

2010-04-22T20:43:00.006-04:00

{thoughts in early spring}

more than one. (c) sarah ahearn.

spring's million(who

are

and do not wait)

buds imitate

upward each first flower

of two

{acrylic/mixed media painting inspired by ee cummings}

by *s. see you next month for {twodaysinmay}

{april}

2010-04-21T20:50:00.003-04:00

{day one}

I have been contemplating my life from such strange views in the past few weeks. Time moved me from scene to scene, moment to moment. And, in my attempts to stay afloat, I have found that I turn inward and listen to the sound of my heart. It shows me the way. I turn to music, poetry, writing, silence and my dog for the inspiration to fight the fears of the unknown and look through the lens of curiosity. I seek simplicity and calm. So what better a time to share some of my favorite lines of poetry than now, amidst the moments of peace when all is still.

"I will arise and go now, for always night and day I hear lake water lapping low sounds by the shore; While I stand on the roadway, or on the pavements grey, I hear it in the deep heart's core"

William Butler Yeats

posted by kate. 4.21.10

{march}

2010-03-28T10:08:00.003-04:00

{blur & bloom}

driving through virginia. photo by s.

this week has both of us very busy! we wanted to check in, wish you a happy (official) spring and let you know we'll be here next week with our march post.

wishing we could say we've come down with a case of spring fever, but we have not been out picking flowers and relaxing! instead we've both been traveling, running around like crazy and going through some (big & good!) life changes...

things are blossoming for both of us this month! we're always so amazed at how our lives seem to continue to parallel each other...

we're enjoying the busy blur of this month and we'll hope to see you before it's "out like a lamb"...

xo *s

{day two: february }

2010-02-22T00:00:00.002-05:00

{time}

morning & noon

before & after

snippets of time. in the kitchen with a camera.

february seems to be flying by much too fast, i'm trying to appreciate and savor each quiet moment. remembering to deeply breathe in & out. each and every day taking the time to let these little bits stop me in my tracks.... just pause, look and really see what surrounds.

until next time in march~

{day one: february}

2010-02-21T00:00:00.001-05:00

{time}

There are moments in time when we feel as though someone has hit pause on the remote control of life. When we try hard to take the next step forward but something, anything, holds us in this place, in a perpetual "hurry up and wait" mode. In a life, as I've referenced in our blog many times, that flies by the seat of my pants - there are these glimpses that remind me constantly that I have no real control of my fate. We hold our breath, we pray, we believe, we lose hope, we get discouraged, we stop, we try to go, but essentially the moment- the one bit of life, the information that we lack, is what we wait to breathe for ... we just sit and wait. How hard is it to NOT think - will things be ok, can this be the chance, will it change my life, will everything stay the same, and will I survive? And the questions, for one second haunt us until someone or something provides us the solace to move, to know, to be able to prepare. How often do we physically race through our day multi-tasking everything down to when we use the bathroom (emailing while we do). Do we realize we are suspended in time by information that we need in order to make a decision or choice that meanders us down the path of experience. What we do in times when we know nothing but to just sit... and wait?

We trust and love and freak out and sigh and stress and fight and just when we least expects it... life happens...

“Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.”

― George Washington

*k 2.21.10

{ january: reflection by k & s }

2010-01-22T10:48:00.003-05:00

{reflections}

*k's words:

As I sit reflecting on a year of my life, I realize this process has been neglected until now. How we as humans so quickly forget how to stop looking forward to the future…Ignoring the past, surpassing the present and ending up in a constant abyss of time lines, check lists, to dos, schedules and lets not forget…life. How often do we then, amongst the madness of these spiraling days, take a moment to be, just be, and god forbid, reflect. I know I avoid reflection because sometimes the past isn’t always rosy. Sometimes when we look back, memories flood in like infusions of darkness or rays of light. Either, in retrospect, can cause an emotional reaction and an innate response. A response that at times feels upsetting, awkward, and tragic… Yet, aren’t all of these moments actually pieces to the puzzle of life? The good and the bad, aren’t they all the essence of our being? And if yes, what are we rushing to see, to know, to do? When all the questions sometimes are better left unanswered, put off for another day. Reflecting upon life, being with oneself in the moment, provides a spiritual growth unattainable with a planner full of to do lists and future engagements. It comes from within, the heart and soul. Why do I apply such rigor to a day of reflection? Because today is more than merely remembering but it is an awakening to a certain way of life – a ritual, a gift of words and art, and friendship that without this project – would only be a “future plan”. It is a realistic to do list, one we have turned into a present moment, yearlong, project with limitless possibilities and overwhelmingly amazing outcomes. It has been what I look forward to every month on the same two days…

*k 1.22.10

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above photo by *s. old picture that was the original inspiration for two days in july (see above in header)

the little sepia toned snapshot above (see detail of photograph in our header) was my visual inspiration for what two days in july was to be all about. there is magic in that photo, that story, and our story as well. i was given the photograph by my mother-in-law, just around the time when we were dreaming up our first posts for the blog. the snapshot is from the summer of 1934, when her relatives were vacationing on the new england seashore. the very first thing i noticed in the photo was how the two figures in the center had been circled in pencil... two friends, walking on a beach, together. for me, those two women came to represent our friendship, and how we've been circled together since those first two days in july.

we are two friends, born a day apart, a collaboration

until next month,

xo *s

{a new year, a new letter}

2010-01-21T14:36:00.003-05:00

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{we are here}

Two Days in July was built as an expression of two friends coming together to share their passions with each other and the world. As we began, we were enlightened by the newness, motivated by our emotional attachment and excited by the future we could look forward to together. Through the months, life happened. Some days, we were on the same page, words flowed effortlessly onto paper for Kate, and colors swirled in Sarah’s mind and then onto her canvas. Those were our easy months. Other, not so easy – living separate lives, over 600 miles away – sometimes things got tricky. Some months, it took all we could to get something posted on time. It felt like a chore, one more thing to check off our list before bed. Yet, something kept us going – through those hard months, into the next. We began to realize that this project had actually become a lifeline to a friendship that needed to be celebrated. Over the days and weeks throughout the year, we looked forward to the connections, the emails, and the conversations that then ultimately led us to, and inspired our poems and paintings. They were the reminder that those two days of each month allowed us a special moment in time, and in our lives, to glimpse a friendship that needed to be seen. In those moments, we stopped, talked, supported each other, vented, revitalized, motivated, reworked, discussed and laughed together, most importantly we were just in the present… in that moment together. It was our time. July 21 and 22 started this journey as just two days in July. But now, those days are two days of retrospect, of moments, of connections, as friends. Looking back on this past year made us realize that as we get older, days seem to be busier, families grow, and distance separates, but friendships are as important as ever. True friendship is a common thread that we all share, and we hope you’ll recognize the beauty of that and continue to join us here each month as we embark on another year of twodaysinjuly.

We welcome to you to two days in july, 2010!
see you here tomorrow!
xo *k & s

{the painting}

2009-12-31T07:50:00.003-05:00

{on the last day of the year}

the crossbill is red. acrylic/mixed by sarah ahearn. (c) sarah ahearn. 2009.

to me, the crossbill is the christmas bird. the rosy red bird moves south into new england during particularly cold winters. its crossbill allows it to pry open pine cones. they remind me of christmas and the deep depths of winter.

we have lots of new ideas for a new phase of our collaboration. please join us in this space for more in this coming new year. sign up for our mailing list to keep updated.

we wish you a happy and healthy new year, & thank you for joining us here at twodays! we loved sharing with you.... looking forward to more.

xo *s & k

{day two}

2009-12-22T18:08:00.002-05:00

spent the last few days in a blizzard. just returned home to only a tiny bit of snow on the ground here. over 20 + inches there, a winter wonderland! (see the gray ocean in the distance?)

my winter painting to follow... *s

{day one}

2009-12-21T08:52:00.000-05:00

{the poem}

holiday scenes

it is december, the time of joy, peace, and happiness

i am home, on the eve of the christmas holiday

full of life, our christmas tree reflects in the window

bright lights and memories cover each branch

i stop and gaze at my dog

she is sleeping, dreaming of sugarplums and bones

gazing out the window, into the darkness, warmth surrounds

the chill on the window panes

snow, a sight many never see, sits softly on the ground,

on the trees, in the street,

sparkling, the white glows

a boy walks by with a sled,

his hands must be freezing, his nose quite red

i rejoice in this time, at this place, exactly this moment

and listen to the sounds

of this breathtaking night

*k 12.21.09

{day two}

2009-11-22T19:27:00.004-05:00

{ inspired }

i wanted to share this photograph i took today on an early morning walk. it's my moment of peace in late fall. geese were flying overhead as the sun shone brightly on the lake. we walked in the woods along the shore. a perfect way to start the day. this photograph from my morning adventure was inspired by k's poem, i have this "soft sounds of fall" painting to share as well.

enjoy!

{day one}

2009-11-21T20:27:00.001-05:00

{the poem}

peace of late fall

the dark grey tint of the sky
reminds me its almost winter
leaves slowly disappear
remnants the belated fall season
birds of all kinds fly forever
soaring to a warmer destination
no snow to cover the frosted ground
bitter gusts of wind catch my breath
trees dance to the beat of the afternoon traffic
one child stands alone, waiting
a fire burns in a nearby chimney
smoke floats through the bricks
meshes with the cool air
i smell the heat of the burnt wood
my feet tingle, i realize
i am standing in a pool of water
alone, surrounded by peace

*k 11.21.09

{day two}

2009-10-22T11:07:00.002-04:00

{the painting}

acrylic/mixed media on board. (c) sarah ahearn. 2009

thanks for joining us in this space! fall is flying right by... but we're trying to savor the little moments that we love about this season. we'll see you next month! xo *s & k

{day one}

2009-10-21T08:42:00.003-04:00

{the poem}

harvest moon

neither the dark nor the clouds
will ruin my parade, tonight
i walk on the palette of leaves
fallen from tree after tree
crisp air chills my bones
stars sparkle as the harvest moon
speaks and responds
to my every wish
it is with this breath,
with this moment,
that i feel free

*k 10/21/09

{day two}

2009-09-22T19:45:00.004-04:00

{the painting}

memories of paris. inspired by k's poem.

happy autumn. thanks for sharing this space with us & see you next month for more. *s

{day one}

2009-09-21T17:46:00.003-04:00

the poem

european

streets, cobblestone, worn by the passers

of all who have walked

air full of essence, a mixture

of cafes and fresh food linger

sunshine warms my face,

cooled by the ocean breeze

a country, a small city, full

of vibrancy, its character runs ripe and vivid

how lucky to be in this moment

where this foreign world

engulfs me

a scene from a poetic novel

i, playing the passerby,

stand quiet

a couple greets each other

with a passion so great

even the pigeons notice and wait

they kiss, church bells ring in the background

as if to say, yes, love each other

harmonize with the moment, here

true life moves her in all forms

street corners, bikes wobbling, the dutch laugh

longing is a constant for time to stand still,

memorize this, take it all in

aching, my heart hurts only for you

in this vast, never land country, i wish

to share the beauty of which surrounds me

elegant, mysterious, simple, but empty

without your hand holding mine.

*k 9/21/09

post card {septmember}

2009-09-20T17:49:00.001-04:00

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our postcard. sign up over on the sidebar if you'd like one in your inbox each month too.

{day two}

2009-08-27T17:19:00.002-04:00

{the painting}

{three things for late summer} acrylic, mixed media and collage on board.

k's poem describing her lovely august evening inspired me to paint my idea of the perfect august afternoon.

thanks for being here with us, we'll see you next month on the 21st & 22nd for septmeber's installment of twodaysinjuly!

ps: so sorry for the delay! i have food poisoning to blame!

{day one}

2009-08-21T20:01:00.000-04:00

{the poem}

blue grass on my mind

its a late august evening

my face is covered in dew

from the humid virginia air

sitting on a blanket

surrounded by the natural stage

music, friends, and summer

stimulate the senses

a moth flies by

its wings reflect silver in the light

people dance and sway

to the blue grass rhythm

its a late august evening

and i embrace this moment

*k 8/21/09

{july 22. a birthday wish for k}

2009-07-22T18:22:00.007-04:00

{day two}

* * * * * * * * *

{july 21. a birthday wish for *s}

2009-07-21T10:29:00.004-04:00

{day one}

Emerge

As it began,

In July

Mist was covering

Sun was breaking
Walking through the days

Since then, direction always forward

Winds find the harmony

Time and time again, peace
Moments in life pass

straight from the heart

this space is timeless

with eyes wide open, blind
find summer

love July

wake to the ever-changing shape

emerge with life

*k

7.21.2009

{day two}

2009-06-22T21:42:00.013-04:00

{the painting}

my summer dream(s), s"s response in paint. acrylic/mixed media. 2009. (c) sarah ahearn. twodaysinjuly.

{see image bigger here}

thank you for joining us here for june! we can't wait for july, be sure to come along too!

{day one}

2009-06-21T18:52:00.004-04:00

{the poem}

summer dream
how vast the ocean is
as it touches its only boundary
the sand in which i lay my head

greater than any human spirit
ancient with ever changing experiences
the sun reflects into my eyes

each wave carries its own tune
unique and different
unmoved by its slow demise

beauty sends wind through this moment
endure the sensations
of this wildly, natural dream

*k 6.21.09

postcard {june}

2009-06-20T10:47:00.003-04:00

image (c) sarah ahearn.

{day two}

2009-05-22T18:08:00.011-04:00

{the painting}

{two days in july: may} (c)sarah ahearn bellemare. 2009

{day one}

2009-05-21T09:11:00.003-04:00

{the poem}

beautiful oration

carry on the winds of tomorrow
be present in this beauty
find the path
open the language of love

stillness, silence, and breath
works within the lines
love outside the box
sing the language of love

birds fly in and land
stars shoot for the moon
oceans call out
dream the language of love

lovers hold hands
stand closer, glance longer
hearts beat as one
this is the language of love

*k 5/21/09

two days in may

2009-05-20T11:08:00.000-04:00

{day two}

2009-04-22T21:35:00.006-04:00

{the sketchbook}

little bits of april inspiration. sarah's response to kate's poem. {see poem below}

{see image bigger here.}

{day one}

2009-04-21T20:16:00.003-04:00

{the poem}

little inspirations

lazy afternoons

a date with a bathtub

words on a page

unconditional love

fresh air

music playing

oceans crashing

rain on a tin roof

late night conversation

walks on the beach

books, coffee, bed

silence after a storm

sunshine at dawn

*k 4/21/09

{april}

2009-04-21T12:59:00.007-04:00

see you here later this evening for k's words. s will be here tomorrow with her post.

{day two}

2009-03-22T15:41:00.005-04:00

{the painting}

ordinary beauty. acrylic/mixed media on board. image (c) sarah ahearn. 2009.

new painting by s.

inspired by k's poem & the first sunny sunday morning in spring.

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{see poem on day one here} & {the painting BIGGER here}

{day one}

2009-03-21T13:02:00.003-04:00

the poem

sundays at 7 am

cups and cups of coffee

soothe my morning

sun shines through the cracks

on the window sill, candles glow

it is a luxurious day

nature's delight

indulgences are plenty

fresh orange juice, smell of sweet perfume

tulips in a vase, although not in season

birds coming in for a landing

bathe in the grassy dew

my heart flocks to this day

devours the ordinary beauty

of what is my waking

alive and aware

the minutes take hours it seems

and I am sacredly devoted

to the beats and moments

of my life...

at 7 AM...

on a sunday. *k 3.21.09

march.

2009-03-20T11:02:00.000-04:00

{see you in the spring}

2009-03-04T10:27:00.005-05:00

hello!

we're excited to think that when we post our next poem and painting it will officially be spring! we already have our springtime thoughts in the works, and are so looking forward to showing them to you soon.

stop in on march 21 & 22 when we will sharing a little bit of springtime sunshine with you!

thanks again for joining us here... see you soon for month 3! *sarah & kate

{day two}

2009-02-22T08:23:00.001-05:00

{the painting}

paris moon, a beautiful night
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acyrlic, mixed media collage on board. (c) sarah ahearn. 2009.

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my response to k's poem in paint. {see her poem below, posted on day one}

{day one}

2009-02-21T09:35:00.010-05:00

the poem

moonlit love

the cool air meanders
lungs fill with natural indulgence
focus on wondrous shades in the distance
the paths lead to a full harmony of song
fog lifts to reveal the translucent skies
wandering in my heart
a full moon shines down
resisting the cloud cover
at once the breath of love stings my lips
surrendering to the innocence, i wait
light fills the soul of this beautiful night

february. month 2.

2009-02-18T16:04:00.005-05:00

(click on image to go to our flickr)

hello!

we can't believe how fast this last month has gone by!

what started last month in january between two friends, has quickly grown

to so much more. we were thrilled with your reactions to month one and

can't wait to share with you what we've come up with for february.

thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all of your wonderful

comments and feedback.

we, of course, are thrilled simply to be collaborating on this project

that we've dreamed together, but to have you along on the journey makes it that much more special. thanks so much for your support and good wishes and we'll see you back here soon 21st + 22nd for our second installment of twodaysinjuly.

until then, *s + k

ps: although our main posts will be on the 21st and 22nd of each month throughout 2009, please be sure to check in more often as we'll be posting our current inspirations and stories during the "in between times" as well. *keep an eye out for this too!

2009-02-13T13:58:00.002-05:00

k sent this quote my way today... we wanted to share with you. (+ a clue to this month's theme)
see you on 2.22 xo, *k + s

february

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we're currently pulling together our posts for month #2 of our collaboration. we hope you'll join us! don't forget to drop us an email (twodaysinjuly@gmail.com) if you'd like to be added to our mailing list. you'll be reminded of our project each month with a unique e-postcard in your inbox. {it's really special if we do say so ourselves...}

see you soon! *s + k

it begins tomorrow.

2009-01-20T14:21:00.012-05:00

kate and i were born a day apart in the same town. we've been friends our whole lives and share many of the same dreams and goals even though we are two very different people. our friendship has remained strong throughout the years, and has truly grown deeper as we have gotten older. we have always talked of doing a book (or something...) someday together, merging her words and poems with my art, and here we find ourselves... someday has become one day away.
one night this fall when i was having trouble falling asleep, i had a flash of inspiration which launched the title "two days in july". you see, kate and i were born one day apart in the same hospital 32 years ago, i came into the world in the evening on july 21st and kate the next morning on july 22nd. we literally have been friends our whole lives.

after the title came to me, i called kate the next morning with my burst of inspiration. we excitedly talked about what we might work on together, and as we did we were both covered in goosebumps... so many ideas we wanted to bring together. we have been brainstorming via texts, emails and late night phone calls ever since... kate lives in virginia and i now live in massachusetts, close to where we both grew up and went to college...
two days in july will start out on this blog where we will both post our words and images on the 21st and 22nd of each month, our "birth days". we have been planning for the past few months, it's been quite a secret to everyone we know, and we have so many ideas about where this collaboration may lead... for now we are just thrilled to be working together in such a fun & creative way.
two days starts tomorrow on my half birthday (& on my mom's real birthday) where kate will post a beautiful letter that she wrote to me about our collaboration, our friendship, and our dreams. i will be posting my response to her words in a new painting that will be shared the following day.

please join us~ we hope you will enjoy what we have to share. *s + k

july begins in january

2009-01-18T21:18:00.006-05:00