pie apple

When I was younger I thought I was Dutch - because my parents were grandchildren of Dutch immigrants - and they told me so.   But after visiting the Netherlands, 14 years ago, I realized how American I am (born and raised in Madison, Wisconsin USA.)  I loved my time in Holland and still think of myself as Dutch-American.  Nonetheless, my American-ness runs deep - longing for the rolling hills of Wisconsin - especially during apple season.

American Pie; watercolor on paper; 16" x 11.5"