June 30th is the last day to purchase the “Intertwined” Rosé wine with my art on the label. It is a partnership with The Foundling, City Winery, and Agora Gallery. My painting is titled The Journey Aglow and the proceeds go to The Foundling to help children and families in need.
To purchase the Rosé and support The Foundling please click here: https://form.jotform.com/220557238415152
The Millicent Van Journey: 25 States Down, 25 To Go.
To sum up the van life of the past few months, it is the best of times and the worst of times. Some moments I scream, “Why am I doing this?” Other moments I wax poetic that I was made for this. It certainly is a sharp contrast from my previous ‘buttoned up’ and fast paced career in financial services.
It has reminded me of the importance of taking the time to intentionally:
connect with friends,
watch the sunrise,
explore what’s around the bend,
taste fresh farm products,
watch a bear
video a large snake,
swat biting brown flies,
empty the black water tank, again,
laugh with children,
meet caring people,
learn new points of view,
paint a sunset,
live in the present,
learn more about myself, and
dream about the future.
This nationwide van voyage is about connecting, creating, and sharing.
Interestingly, in August, I have accepted a full-time teaching role with Georgia State University in the Marketing department at the Robinson College of Business.
I am thrilled beyond belief and know full heartedly that this is my next chapter; making a positive impact on young people’s lives. Yes, I will continue painting, writing, and traveling with Millicent during breaks between semesters.
Until school starts, the next phase of my van journey will head northwest to: Iowa, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, Idaho, the Pacific Northwest, and California. If you live in those areas, I would love to see you.
I look forward to the lessons from the next 25 states and I will embrace the contrasting moments of a trip that mimics the undulation of life.
Bears, snakes, and biting brown flies, oh my!
Onward….
Christiane Palpant
PS: Don’t forget to purchase the Rosé! 😊 https://form.jotform.com/220557238415152
