on the Verge of

A new month has arrived! I hope August is a more blessed, healthy, and fruitful month for all of us I was a bit anxious about the start of August. Well primarily because it's when I stop taking my hormones in preparation for my radioactive iodine scan by the end of the month. What does this mean for me? It means my energy levels will go low, I'll have more episodes of hypocalcemia, and I'll probably get fat because my digestive system is going to slow down as well. But I've had worse days I think. At least now I know what to expect so I can prepare ahead. I'm praying that this month will be filled with successes in work and personal life. I pray that my scan will show good results. I'm also praying for less Covid-19 infections and a possible vaccine that can eventually turn things for the better. Hello August 2020! Please be better to us ❤️

I've been obsessing recently on watercolors and watercolor painting. It is evidenced by my piling stock of tubes, palettes, pads, and brushes at home. Acrylic was my standard medium since high school but it can be quite structured and stiff. I recently started watercolor painting last year through a  Makoccino  tutorial in YouTube. Ever since then, I haven't stopped practicing and searching for new ideas to paint. So far, landscapes and silhouettes are my favorite subjects. I have yet to practice more on florals and people which I find quite difficult at the moment. Here are some of my works so far. Unlike acrylic, watercolor is flowy and flexible. It's relatively easier to manipulate in terms of gradient and layering. Each painting has given me so much joy and satisfaction. And I am grateful for the many artists online who are sharing techniques and tutorials for newbies like me. I can see myself painting more in the future, whether as a hobbyist or pr