Painting in the Woods of Philadelphia

  One if the things I love about my neighborhood is that I can walk to the woods. In about 10 minutes I can be along the Wissahickon Creek and feel far from the city. 10 minutes in the other direction and I can be at a favorite restaurant in bustling Manayunk. It's really the best of both worlds. As long as you don't mind hills.
  Last week I took an afternoon to enjoy the creek and paint. I went down with my little backpack of watercolors and set up on a shaded bench at what I think of as my favorite entrance to the park. I'll sound cheesy if I try to describe how pleasant it was. Just imagine doing your favorite thing, in your favorite spot, in perfect weather...sigh.

'Kitchens Lane'