Hi there...
The past few days have been warm and sunny... I did some painting and then spent a few hours in the garden just relaxing.
The hum of the traffic, not as constant but still more than busy considering the situation, was joined by birdsong and in the distance the sound of children's voices. The cats are enjoying the weather, Missy on mouse patrol and Ginger boy rolling on the warm ground.
To all intent and purposes, everything is normal...Butterflies and bees are vying for the first flowers of Spring. Buds are opening, shoots are beginning to cover the borders and the birds are going about their daily life. Nature is oblivious to the pandemic and for the most part so am I.
Like all that is happening on our planet is, well, somehow elsewhere.
I watch a little of the news, I cry at the stories and the images. I see the struggles of the health workers and all the brave people who are keeping everything going and I'm full of admiration and a sense of guilt that I'm not contributing anything...
Reality hits only when I have to venture out for necessities wearing a mask, gloves and avoiding everyone that comes near, when I lay my head down at night and Covid-19 invades my dreams and then when I wake, grateful once more that we have another day.
Easter is upon us and it's always signified new beginnings, we still have much to be grateful for and much to enjoy... Nature heals and so will we
Be blessed
~ Ros ~
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A beautiful post Ros! You said everything that's in my heart too and so eloquently too! And of course your painting is just lovely! I have one fan brush and I tried the other day to paint some flowers like yours, but I think my brush is too big. Could you include a picture of the brushes you use in one of your photos sometime so I can see what you're using? I am totally head over heels in love with your paintings! Hugs. :0)
God's glory can't be contained and I think all the restrictions will help us to enjoy that beauty more than usual. We certainly can be thankful for those front line workers who not only give physical support to the sick, but become their family too. They need all our prayers! Your beautiful watercolors brighten my days! Thank you my friend!
A beautiful card and post, Ros! Happy to hear that you are enjoying nature! I look at the birds and my sweet pup thinking they are all oblivious to what is going on in the world. I guess that's a good thing. The weather has been up and down, but I have enjoyed my walks with the dog. Keep on sharing your lovely watercolor cards for they are so lovely! Take care, hugs!!
Your painting is wonderful as usual Ros and the added pen highlights look brilliant. It is lovely for a bit more peace and quiet around due to the lack of traffic and on our daily walk the bird song is more noticeable due to less coming and going and the weather has been beautiful, and warm and sunny today too. We would sit out more on our patio but our near neighbours have acquired a wood burner with a steel chimney running up the outside as our modern houses don't have chimneys, and we only have narrow gardens, living in a terrace, the smell from it lingers in the air and quite strongly at times like having a really smoky bonfire right outside your door. Even with the warmer weather they have been lighting it and we instantly have to close the patio doors, our only way of getting air in the living room, and even the bedroom windows, otherwise it is really strong indoors. We only have our trickle vents open and we can still smell it, and quite a bit at times. We've even found sooty smuts all over our outside furniture. We have had a word but he says it meets regulations so probably not a lot we can do. I know I am being a moany old thing..lol, and there are worse things to worry about at the moment but being at home all the time is making it even more aggravating. I just hope that restrictions can be lifted a bit in a few weeks time so we can at least go out more. Take care. x
I can only say Ros...everything you say is exactly how I feel too. Your cards are of course beautiful and I look forward when all this is over to you being able to showcase them in a gallery somewhere. You so deserve that. Well my friend it's Thursday and nearly clapping time, so stay safe, and keep inspiring us all with your lovely makes. xx
Such a wonderful post Ros,
I also feel for those on the front line. I'm in health care but there are certainly different levels of impact, life is one big misery these days. Oh I hope every ones government is listening so much depends on them respecting the advice of the experts :(
Thanks for giving us such a fantastic card to look at and admire.
I also feel for those on the front line. I'm in health care but there are certainly different levels of impact, life is one big misery these days. Oh I hope every ones government is listening so much depends on them respecting the advice of the experts :(
Thanks for giving us such a fantastic card to look at and admire.
Your post is EXACTLY how I feel! This sure has changed life and made us all SLOW DOWN!
LOVE this scene you have created and i LOVE the kitty watching it all! Your coloring is also FAB! Stay well!
Thank you Ros for sharing how you are feeling and what you are experiencing during this very difficult time. I so understand as it is very much how I feel. Luckily my community in Southwestern Oregon does not have any virus positives and we are all practicing social distancing, etc. Self-isolation for Denny and I is quite easy as we live in the country with no near neighbors and 20 minutes from our small town. We are busy everyday outside walking (me) and running (Denny) and gardening. But we do check the world wide news online every a.m. and p.m. and it is very disturbing.
Your gorgeous watercoloring is such a breath of fresh air and makes my day. I have not tried yet, but it is on my to do list. I just have had a hard time being creative, but hopefully after I have all my May DT projects done, I will have more time to play with my brushes and paints:-) Have you ever done any videos? Just asking...in the meantime, stay safe and please continue painting:-) Love and Hugs..Nancy
ä'-äüü - sorry, that was Larry starting out on the comment. Probably because there's a cat on your card. Or she read about Missy being on mouse patrol while she herself does it like Ginger: being in the yard most of the day (and probably night) and enjoying dirt baths in the flower bed. Anyhow, I know it's easier said than done but don't worry too much - and if the news contribute to your nightmares, do not watch them, just enjoy all the time you have on your hands now and rest assured that better days will come again.
Ros, you were positively poetic and profound with your lovely post. It is as well-said as your card is utterly gorgeous! I thoroughly enjoyed both! Take care and stay safe, my friend! Happy Easter!! Hugs, Darnell
What a gorgeous colourful painting!
Your post is very well said Ros! I am feeling the exact same way, anxious and scared at times especially when I venture out for necessities. I don't watch the news anymore as it becomes too disheartening. On the bright side, I thank you for sharing your talents and wonderful pieces of art to brighten our days. We have to take each day as it is given to us and by this we will get through this together. Wishing you a Blessed Easter Ros, hugs
Happy Easter Ros! A beautiful post you have written and a beautiful card you have created. The flowers are gorgeous and of course you had me with the kitty, all so gorgeous!! Michigan is in the top of the states for the virus, it's in our area but near as bad as the Detroit area, I cry for the ones that have lost loved ones and pray for the ones that are battling for their lives!
when I took Mack out this morning it was still semi dark and the birds were singing their little heads off, I just want back our normal...stay safe my friend!!
Well said, Ros and I definitely hear where you're coming from. I somehow feel a bit displaced in my own home and can't settle to anything. I should take a leaf out of your book thought and get down to some crafting, This card is just beautiful and I'm loving the impressed frames you are using.
Hope you are keeping well and I wish you a very Happy Easter.
Hugs
Carol x
Beautifully written and moving post, Ros. You spoke for all of us. Your garden sounds idyllic. It's quiet here except for the wind. I particularly love your card today. The addition of the sweet kitty is an adorable touch. Prettier than any stamp combo I've seen. Hugs to you.
Dearest Ros ....Thank you for this post and putting this horrendous situation into words....DH and I are so grateful too ....
I jammed my finger in the velux window, whilst closing it ....Yes very painful and have only been able to use my keyboard with one finger etc.... So I am sorry to be late in commenting x. Thinking of you and stay well x.
Beautiful post, Ros--so well said. Love this painting with the big, blue flower pot! I've often thought how the wildlife has no idea anything is wrong & the dogs don't understand why they don't get to say "hi" when we're on walks. Sending hugs, Greta
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