Here's a look at the finished piece I posted on Monday. It reminds me of spring's first daffodils behind my Granny's house & knowing you were going to get a brand new dress for Easter. Probably even new shoes & a hair bow. What a treat!
I resist the temptation of buying my girls too many things. It's hard because there are just so many cute things available. I've seen how their personalities change after a period of getting everything they want though. Suddenly, no amount is enough & more more more catches on pretty quickly. I want a new outfit or toy to really be appreciated. I want them to have memories like I do.
Do you remember jelly shoes? They were plastic-like, totally uncomfortable, not to mention pretty ugly. I remember wanting a pair of clear ones so bad. Cinderella had clear shoes you know. I wore them to wade the creek & one slipped off and washed away in the current before I could catch up to it. I was so sad. My glass slipper was gone.
I guess the point is, I'm glad I felt it was worth it to run barefoot across a rocky creek bottom to try and retrieve it. So many kids (and adults) these days expect a replacement anytime anything is lost, broken, worn. They assume there is always more and everything loses it's preciousness. So glad my family never passed that idea onto me. Something I'm passing on to my own girls.
See the memories a painting conjures up...I guess that's why I keep at it. :)
It's high time I added some boyish things to my sketchbook...and this is my first little collage! Last night I summoned the help of my facebook and twitter friends. I asked all the Moms of little dudes to let me know what they're into. Cowboys came up more than once, so I figured it was a good one to start with. The little man can be found in my shop as an original or print. (I'm also offering personalization on the print, if you'd like it that way.) 
Hi there! How's your Monday? 
Well...we did not get hit by the blizzard. A mere 6 inches or so is all. Enough to go sledding, so no complaints here. Today I worked on a couple springy paintings. This one will eventually be edited & added to my collection over at pingg. Are you ready for spring or still enjoying winter's chilly grip? Personally, I'm in no hurry...yet. 
Last night I popped into Yellow Door Art Market to set up my little display! (yep, it's going to be yellow every time I type it, ridiculous I know.) When the owner contacted me, she had one space left, an end cap. A teeny space to work with, but I managed to stock over 100 prints, as well as some ABC Sets, ACEOs, button sets, & pocket mirrors. If you're in the area, stop by & have a look! The store is chock full of great gifts.
