Monday 14 September 2020

T sTands for more This and ThaT

Hi Everybody!

Hope you all had a great weekend. I have been enjoying being lazy and resting, listening to audio books and crafting, and it was very enjoyable!

For my 'down on the Farm' challenge at Tag Tuesday I have another tag, using a mixed media journal page made many years back. I made it into a tag in my graphics programme and added the mini tag with the sentiment. Hope to see more people joining in the challenge:



And for Jo's texture challenge at AJJ I have another A3 mixed media piece on a textured background:








This evening will also be time for Elizabeth's T sTands for Tuesday Challenge. I saw this coffee-cup garbage-bin at a petrol station - it was bigger than I am, but unfortunately not filled with coffee:


And I have a few photos from my walk last Wednesday, which also led to a delicious coffee break:



My feet enjoyed a rest here as always:


Leaves are starting to fall:


As I turned the corner from the Rhine into Market Street I saw the Wednesday market, and this wonderful coffee-van - Yesssssssssssssssssssssss! 


The friendly service craft kept everything clean and disinfected:



It was good to sit here, enjoy cappuccino and watch the ships go by at the end of the road:


My drink was served with a small slice of a sweet brioche and was very enjoyable:




Later in the day I had an appointment in Düsseldorf. There are huge screens with ads etc in the subway - this one is for coffee-pod machines:


And this is a survey asking if everybody should be obliged to wear masks at work - I would say yes, unless they are in an office all alone:


That's all for today! 
Have a great day, take care,
and thanks a lot for coming by!

77 comments:

  1. I love your art, the tag is so cute! I would love to see the sights where you walk and have coffee outside at that cute little place too! Have a great week :)

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    1. Thanks Martha! It is pretty here, always something to see. Have a great week!

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  2. Your ducks on your tag are adorable. And all those happy animals on your journal page are adorable too. The monkeys are fun, and the giraffe is my favorite. I love that face poking out over the bed of flowers. That truck is a classic and very interesting. It must be easy spot for your coffee break on your walk. And the giant coffee mug trash bin is a great idea. I hope you have a great T day and also a great start to your new week. hugs-Erika

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    1. Thanks. The coffee van was really fun to see - and the coffee was great. Glad you like the tag and page! Have a wonderful day!

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  3. Hi Valerie your artwork is fantastic you are very clever love the photos from your walk and your header pic is awesome I love it,stay safe and take care my friend xx

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  4. Beautiful farm tag and textured page! Glad you enjoyed your coffee. Yes masks at work.

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    1. Thanks Christine. Yes, masks at work would help a lot! Have a safe week!

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  5. Cute, happy animals. The trash can would be one awesome cup of coffee. After the long walk you had last week, the coffee wagon must have been a welcome sight. Happy T Day

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    1. Thanks CJ. Yes, that garbage bin was a good size for coffee! Happy T Day!

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  6. Great art Valerie, your animals make me smile. So good you found the coffee van, make a great break on your walk.

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    1. Thanks a lot, I'm hoping to find the coffee van again this Wednesday! Stay safe!

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  7. Fabulous artistic page, love that coffee van how awesome is that...xx

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    1. Thanks Annie, glad you liked it, too. Have a great week!

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  8. Hi Val, good morning! LOVE those gorgeous ducks, S is delighted too, so adorable. And that fun, animal journal page, just wonderful! Beautiful photos, too, that coffee van was really made for you! Have a lovely day, take care, hope it doesn't get too hot! Hugs, Sarah

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    1. Thanks Sarah, have a lovely week, hugs to all!

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  9. Simply Love your giraffe. The coffee van has stolen my heart! How cute is that, and all good walks should involve coffee or tea. Have a great week, and stay safe. Deb

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    1. Thanks Deb, sometimes I just need to do something fun and silly! The coffee van is really sweet, I will be the first customer again on Wednesday morning!

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  10. T also stands for talent, my dear, of which you are blessed with an abundance! How you continue to come up with creations for these various challenges is beyond the comprehension of dullards like me. I can see why rounding the corner to be greeted by that coffee truck made you heart soar. It really is pleasant to sit outdoors on a bright sunny day and enjoy a coffee. I swear that fresh air imbues it with a special ambrosia. As for wearing masks, unless you are working alone, I think it is something we all need to get used to - like putting on socks. This pandemic is not going to loosen its grip on us any time soon and the more quickly we learn to deal with it sensibly the better it will be for everyone. A whole new week is opening up, Valerie. Be sure to enjoy it. Hugs from Canada.

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    1. Thanks David! I wish I had some talent for housework, too. I don't seem to have a tidy gene! That coffee van was really wonderful to see, and the coffee was so good - and half the price of the place at the other end of the street, where the coffee was so thin and pale! And yes, we need to deal with this pandemic, not stick our heads under a haystack like some politicians! Have a great week, I'm off now for another little walk! Hugs to you both!

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  11. Loved all the art work images.. So cutely done VJ

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  12. Fabulous farm tag! I love your texture page with those bright happy flowers and fun giraffe, but it's those monkeys that really stole the show ...lol 🐵🐒. That's quite a cup of coffee too and a great artwork. The coffee van looks fabulous too and a lovely place to relax and enjoy your coffee too! Thanks so much for joining us at Art Journal Journey and wishing you a very happy T Day! Hugs, Jo x

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    1. Thanks Jo! Monkey Business is always fun! Happy T Day!

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  13. Beautiful art, I love the bright colours!
    Great photos too!
    Alison xx

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  14. Such cute ducks :)

    The mobile coffee cafe looks like the perfect spot with their outdoor seating. People-watching Win!

    Happy T Day!

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    1. Yessssss! It's a good place to dir!

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    2. That should have been, it's a good place to drink coffee!

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    3. There are times I wish you could edit blogger comments lol

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    4. May the force be with us, Blogger willing!

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  15. I like that monkey in your art. Quite cute and amusing. Nice cappuccino to enjoy.

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  16. Gorgeous art work Valerie, I love the cute ducks and that sweet giraffe, beautiful bright colors on both! Great photos, I would love to watch the ships go by while enjoying a coffee, what a wonderful place to live. Take care and enjoy your week.
    Hugs Tammy

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    1. Thanks Tammy, glad you liked it. This is a pretty place, I like being here! Have a great week!

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  17. Your artwork made me smile today Valerie, loving the images and gorgeous colours. WOW that coffee van looks amazing!!

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    1. Thanks so much Pinky! The coffee van was really amazing, I'm looking forward to Wednesday when he's there again!

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  18. This is fabulous Valerie, such vibrant, happy colours and I love those monkeys! Have a very happy week and enjoy your walking and coffees, Sue xx

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    1. Thanks Sue, always time for monkey business! Have a great week!

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  19. Your coffee drinking locations look wonderful! Although there’s a nice river in our town, I don’t know of any food or drink places that have a view of it. We do enjoy walking along the river often, however. I love your photos.

    be well... mae at maefood.blogspot.com

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    1. Thanks Me, it's a great place to sit and drink a coffee! Happy T Day!

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    2. That should read MAE not me, sorry, that#s spellchecker working overtime!

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  20. Hi Val, I love your art-both so fun!
    Love that coffee cup trash can very clever. enjoyed the photos of your walk, and what a nice spot for a cup of coffee Happy T hugs Kathy

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  21. Clever artwork. Love the ducks.
    That food truck is so cool looking! I love the colors and the style of vehicle.
    Happy T day!

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    1. Thanks Halle. It was a fun place to stop for a drink! Happy T Day!

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  22. what a cute tag! Sorry I have not joined in:( Your journal page is a wonderful animal kingdom indeed.How nice to feel relaxed ,catching the sights and having such a nice cappuccino! La vie en France-oui!! Happy T day!

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    1. Thanks Linda. Yes, I have missed you there. The cappuccino was great, I loved it! Happy T Day!

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  23. Really fun artwork today! I love the colors.

    I have never heard of a coffee van but it looks like a great place to stop while you are out walking. And such a great view from the seats.

    Happy Tea Day,
    Kate

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    1. Thanks Kate. I think it's a great idea, too, and much nicer than sitting inside! Happy T Day!

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  24. Happy T Day! Delighted to have come by.

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  25. I love the Imagine tag.
    I would be so happy to sit and have a coffee there too.
    Masks are required inside any public space and I am fine with that.

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    1. Thanks Jackie, I am looking forward to sitting there tomorrow again! Masks are a necessary accessory these days. Have a great day!

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  26. Valerie your post today brought such happiness to me. I love love love that coffee van. To see the owner out there cleaning the tables. So committed. It is very different here in the US. Anyway, where I live. Your ducklings are so cute but I love the monkeys. I am so glad you are waling and showing the beautiful place you live. Have a great Tuesday.

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    1. Thanks Nicole! The owner of the coffee van takes a great price in his work. Monkeys are always fun, I love them. You have a good and safe week.

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  27. What a great farm tag. and such fun! Those ducks!
    I love your new header, and when I read further on, I learned that you had coffee there. A really lovely place to sit down and have a coffee. All in French atmosphere, even lavender on the table.
    Thank you for taking us with you on your walk.
    Happy T-Day,
    Hugs,
    Lisca

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  28. That coffee van is adorable and charming. Fun, bright and cheerful pages you have created. hugs, Teresa

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  29. Darling pages, Valerie. I love all the happy animals.

    Thank you for taking me along on your walk. The coffee truck is charming and very inviting. A lovely spot to sit and watch the boats go by.

    Happy T-Day. Stay safe and well. Hugs, Eileen

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    1. Happy animals and happy people are always good!Happy T Day!

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  30. I will have another attempt at a tag - number one was so awful I ripped it in half! I love yours and I really love that happy journal page! I can imagine seeing the coffee wagon really did make you happy! Happy T Day, Chrisx

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  31. I love your duck tag! And your walk was beautiful -- well done finding the coffee wagon. I can imagine the big smile on your face!

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    1. Thanks Jeanie, he was there again today, so nice!

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  32. I'm not sure you will see this comment, Valerie, but I'm trying to catch up a quickly as possible. I LOVE the tag you created. Those ducks are so cute and cleverly done. I promise I am PLAYING this time at Tag Tuesday. It's all ready to go, too.

    That's a lovely journal page for Jo's theme. It is fabulous. Thanks so much for sharing it with us at Art Journal Journey. Those monkeys are so cute and I really want a brayer that makes such clever textures like yours does.

    That's one big coffee take out trash can. Cleverly done, too. I also LOVE the coffee wagon. It looked so lovely and the view was awesome. It was nice you got a piece of brioche in addition to the cookie you got, too. And lavender on the table must have sent your senses going strong. Thanks for sharing the trash container, your cappuccino, and the coffee wagon with us for T this week.

    I agree that we should all be wearing masks when we are inside, but I also believe we must wear them any time we go out and about. We have so many deaths in the states, it's unsafe to be out without one. I even wear one when I'm working in my yard. This virus scares me to tears. Stay safe and well, dear. I'll try to make it by to see what else I've missed, too.

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    1. This virus is really scary, and better safe than sorry. So many people are just careless and ignorant. I always see my comments, as I leave the comments page open next to the blog page. It's important as some spammers try to put their nasties on past posts. This way, the last comment is always at the top of the page and visible.

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    2. WOW, Valerie. I never thought of that! What a clever idea. Now I must find my comments page (grin).

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    3. You will find it! It's called 'COMMENTS'!! Do you need a map? Google have lots of maps!

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  33. Awesome and happy to look at art pages Valerie, I am as always catching up these days. but it does help to spend time seeing what my blog friends have been creating.
    Stay safe.
    Yvonne xx

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