Lots of food, great music, and pretty good weather made for a fun day. Lots of high-caliber artists with quality wares made for a “target-rich” environment for the discerning collecter.

I sold some books, made some friends, and generally mucked about having a good time.

Krashdragon came all the way out from Cleburne to pick up a book! THANKS for coming out! It was great to meet ya!

I expect to see the rest of ya’ll for next years festival!

CUAgain,
Daniel Meyer

This year the 2010 Clarksville Fine Arts Festival will be Saturday, May 22, 2010, from 9:AM to 4:PM on the historic square in Clarksville, Texas.

This year’s festival is shaping up to be a great one. There will even be glass blowing demonstrations!

I’ll be there signing books and will also have original art and some prints.

Art. Music. Food. Fun. What else could you need? Come on by and see me!

CUAgain,
Daniel Meyer

But inflation eats cash reserves, returning nothing. As prices rise the money can buy less. Any interest earned only offsets a small fraction of the loss of buying power.

Have I put you to sleep yet?

History and basic economics suggest our economy is headed for recovery, but next on the list typically is very high inflation for a period of time.

Owning real property is a hedge against inflation, and if the inflation rate outpaces or even comes close to the finance costs you are even that much more ahead. One of the reasons long-term homeownership builds wealth despite taxes, maintenance, insurance, and finance costs.

It can even make sense to buy with the intent of selling later (after the inflation has raised the price). Home “flippers” do/did this…and as long as they were intelligent about what they were paying and when to get out of the market, many did extremely well.

But I’m not talking about a house. Houses we’ve got!

With a property and plan in mind, it can make sense to buy now.

Of course, it only makes sense to buy now as long as your income holds out…which, in these times, can be a serious question. If it doesn’t hold out…well, THAT’s when you need the cash reserves.

Sigh. Risks. There’s no reward without them. How much though? We could fall hard or succeed gloriously.

Cash or property…that is the question. I wish I knew the answer…it’s a real and immediate question for us at the moment…plans are cooking in the brain. Plans with distinct targets as to property and use…the property I can get…maybe. The rest of the plans…well…I don’t have a clue how I’d carry them out. There’s only so much time in the day. How much “flying by the seat of my pants” and instinct is safe? Reasonable?

I’ve almost always come out ahead listening to my instincts…and almost always regretted (sometimes severely) when I ignored them. But my instincts now…they run contrary the mainstream thinking…I guess they usually do though.

What’s this all about? Getting out of the corporate world (eventually). Small town Texas. The Old Vic. More projects than I can handle. Projects I like. Food. Publishing. Books. Art. Money. Time. Towers. Internet. Responsibilities. Bloodcurdling sheer panic.

Cash or property…yep, that is the question. It’s about a $35,000 question as a matter of fact.

All balanced against our future plans and security.

Gad. It’s a wonder I sleep at night.

More later (with specifics when I can).

CUAgain,
Daniel Meyer

There were dozens of outstanding artists, a Friday night gallery show, some fine Texas wines, beautiful sunny skies, great food, rocking music, and a lot of friendly people.

Thanks for coming out…and we’ll see you again next year!

CUAgain,
Daniel Meyer

There’s food, music, and art!

It’s going to be a gorgeous day for a ride!

CUAgain,
Daniel Meyer

Some of you may know we’re rennovating an old Victorian house as well. This is our home for the future, and as such, we are trying to be involved in our new community.

So, I’m pleased and excited to be participating in the 2009 Clarksville Fine Arts Festival Saturday, May 30, 2009!

I’ll have a booth at the show, and will be signing books and showing/selling original art!

Art — Music — Food — Fun

Make your plans now! It’s shaping up to be a fun time for all!

More information is here. Please pass it on to friends and family. This is small town Texas at its best. Come and see!

CUAgain,
Daniel Meyer

Hey folks,

On Saturday May 30, 2009 I’ll be at the Clarksville, Texas Fine Arts Festival! Come join us on the beautiful and historic square for a fun filled day!

I’ll have a booth and be displaying (and selling) art and books. I’ll be autographing as well, so feel free to stop by and chat.

There will be food and live music and plenty of free parking!

Should be fun! Come on in and see!

More information below…and I’ll have more on this shortly!

SECOND ANNUAL
CLARKSVILLE
FINE ARTS FESTIVAL

Saturday, MAY 30, 2009
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

ART — MUSIC — FOOD — FUN!!!

PRIDE, The Friends of Clarksville Main Street and Square Corner Artworks are sponsors of the event and invite all area artists to participate in the festival.

Artist will be provided a free 10′ x 10′ booth to show and sell your artwork on the square in the Historic Downtown/Main Street District of Clarksville, Texas.

We will present a $200.00 cash prize for the “Best in Show” among all artists.

Last year we had more then 30 participating artists from Annona, Avery, Ballard, Blossom, Clarksville, Dallas, Detroit, Mt. Vernon, Paris and Sulphur Springs displaying their paintings, graphics, prints, sculptures, jewelry, fiber, wood and clay artwork.

There will be live musical entertainment for our visitors to enjoy all day. Local organizations and restaurants provide food booths. There will be fun and entertainment for the whole family at the Children’s Corner with art, games and contests for the kids.

ADMISSION IS FREE !!!

For additional information about the Fine Arts Festival or to make reservations for this event please contact Larry Algaier, c/o Square Corner Artworks,
100 N. Walnut St, Clarksville, Texas 75426.
Gallery phone; 903-427-5618,
Studio/Cell; 903-280-5618,
e-mail; squarecornerart@gmail.com
(please refer to Art Festival Info. in subject line for a rapid response)

Come join us for this fun-filled Fine Arts Festival in Historic Clarksville
“The Gateway to Texas” on Saturday, May 30th 2009.

Somebody said that to me the other day…somebody I normally respect the opinions and feelings of.

I’m not sure why. It didn’t fit in the conversation. It was obviously something he’s needed/wanted to say for a while and finally got it out.

The question is, what does it mean? What was he trying to tell me…or what was he trying to accomplish…that he couldn’t express as a more coherent thought?

Ponderings for the middle of the night.

CUAgain,
Daniel Meyer

I’ve a pencil sketch piece from the life drawing class in this show…

I also have a painting in this show as well

There’s a lot of talent represented in this show…most much better than mine LOL! Many of the pieces are for sale as well. Y’all come on out to see a working studio, to spend an enjoyable evening, and perhaps acquire some original art for your collection. There will be food, music, dancing, and of course, art for all tastes!

Click here for the show announcement, address, and directions..

CUAgain,
Daniel Meyer

A new watercolor.

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CUAgain,
Daniel Meyer