Some Things Just Bring Joy


We visited Michael and Jean in Urbana, and yes, I can go non-chronologically in this blog.  We were welcomed, fed, entertained, and listened to. And we saw in person some of Michael's work that just brings joy into the world. I think that is probably its sole purpose.  I wanted to share it with you. 

Birdwirks Singing Sculpture

This Birdwirks piece is big and hard to move; luckily, he is working on more mobile ones. At the same time Jean is building a shed which is bigger and more detailed than some houses I've lived in. Lily the dog is keeping them all happy and loved. 

As we were leaving I spotted The Drunken Bird Sculpture. I wish you could see it up close. The copper tubes have water and slots strategically placed to create the sounds. 

It's found Joy!

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