Just a little pop of color

I mentioned on Wednesday 

I have been looking at color swatches 

so when we get to the actual painting part of the flood repairs 

I would be ready. 

While I was plundering around 

I kept falling in love with this color called " indigo cloth". 

I kid you not, looking at reds 

and a suggested color combo would have that color to coordinate with it.

 I was looking at colors for my bathroom and there it was!

Looking at a gray, and there was indigo cloth again.

 I made a list. 

I was not looking for a bold color!

I needed a color for the entire house, plus the flooded areas.

                         

                                                        A list. On paper.

                                  Yes, an old school way of trying to make up my mind.

                                           I am sure there are easier ways to do this.

                                 But I find comfort in feeling my pen on a scrap of paper 

                                          physically scratching the  things off that list.

                                              Of course, that color was in the mix........

                                             So while I was out mailing a painting 

                                I added stopping by the home improvement store to my list

                                  

                                  What should my wandering eyes see while there?

                                             A paint chip set for Spring 2014.

                                                            Inside...... Yup.

                                                               Indigo cloth.

                                                                    Swoon.

                                                             (Before)

                                                                (After)

                                      

This little painting.......

 A family recently adopted and ended up with unexpected expenses.

They had  a virtual yard sale. 

I decided, I might not live close by,

but I do have something I could share. 

So I posted a painting and offered to mail it to whoever purchased it. 

The lady that purchased my painting has a love for trees so it will have a happy home. 

This gives me Hope, 

something that gives me joy and fulfillment can be used to make a difference!  

                           

                                          ( this years first hydrangea blooms)

Really listening to my inner self and trying to take some forward steps. 

I've been posting little paintings on my FB page.

 I get such a thrill at how much my little birds bring joy to others.

 My friends have shared stories of hummingbirds and cardinals.

They felt Gods presence when one would light on a branch close by.  

specific flowers or a butterfly would hold meaning in their life 

because it was a favorite of their mother or friend. 

Or an experience they had would connect with a visual - 

This is Hope.

                       

    

                                                       So, my friends,

                                      What inspiration have you found lately?

                                     Have you been keeping your eyes open?

                                                         I hope so!

                                             There is always room for Hope.

What's going on in my studio

I used to belong to a group of sweet artists that would link up on Fridays,

We encouraged one another in the creative process.

Just a bunch of sweet ladies.

I loved linking up and sharing what I had been creating.

Well fast forward and I've dusted my drafting table off

And I am painting again.

                        Between everything else I have pulling at me for attention

                      I've decided I would set aside at least one hour to nurture my creative self. 

                              

Things have been a little out if balance so Im going to put forth some effort.

I also made a comment about taking care of my physical being

My husband took that little mention

And ran with it,

I am now signed up for yoga classes.

Yes. Me. Shaking in my shoes.

No turning back.

The hours, days, and weeks add up.

I have to start somewhere.

                             

        This little bird paid a visit while I was reading over at Incourage with Ann Voskamp today.

                                       I  thought this might look sweet behind it. 

                                                              Matthew 6:25,26 

                                 a photo of Little G in case you are wondering how she is

                                 We braved the Fl cold and went to her Yearly physical.

                                                                  We love her Dr.

                                  

                                     

                                                      We then got her glasses fixed.

                                                              Quite a productive day.

                                                            Of course if you are little G 

                                    no stressful day would be complete without French fries.

                                      

                                             I  hope this finds you and yours doing well.