When I saw this American Flag Collage Paining ($140), I was immediately drawn to the uniqueness of the mixed media, the arresting look of seeing news headlines within each white stripe of this flag and the boldness and familiarity of the red, white and blue!

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There are many people who are not only patriotic, but like to have visual symbols (like the American flag, eagles, Lady Liberty) of the country they hold so dear to their heart.

This is a great gift for someone who has served their country, someone who loves art, someone who loves flags or someone who loves America.

This gift would be even more personal for someone who has Texas or San Antonio roots, since all the headlines are taken from the “San Antonio Express Newspaper” as the artist, J.M. Strawn, was born and …read more

The oil spill is something that weighs heavily on my mind…
photo credit: IBRRC

You read about it, you hear about it and yet, what can you do?

So, you try to live your life and ignore the problem because you feel helpless.

What if you could live your life and help save the Gulf all at once? You can!

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Well ladies and gentlemen, it is too late to order dad something (or the father figure in your life…don’t forget that he doesn’t have to be a father to be recognized on Father’s Day!) online for Father’s Day and still have it arrive on time so you’re going to have to go to a store and shop.

But this isn’t a bad thing! I recommend avoiding things like a “World’s Greatest Dad” mug and anything tie, tool, car or BBQ related unless your dad loves any of these things.

Think outside the box!

Don’t be afraid to buy your dad a gift that doesn’t scream “Father’s Day” because a gift that says “I love you!” is going to be much more pleasing than the traditional Father’s Day fare that places will be rying to sell you.

Start here: What does your dad love? What does he own currently that he uses, …read more