Thursday, 24 March 2022

Thursday/Friday post

Hi Everybody!

Yesterday after I got back from the heart exam I needed to do something colourful. So I grabbed a huge sheet of paper (A2) and had fun rubbing soft pastel chalks into it, which really did me good. It was so nice to have dirty fingers again! After I had sprayed it with fixative I doodled the face with acryl markers, and then painted the little flowers with acrylics. I added a quote from Rumi: 'Let the waters settle, and you will see the stars, moon and flowers mirrored in your being' This piece full of spring colours is meant for my spring challenge at AJJ








The magnolia trees are all full in bloom:





Some funnies/thinkies:
 





I will let you know as soon as I get my results from the cardiologist.

Have a great day, take care,
and thanks a lot for coming by!

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  1. kathyinozarksThursday, March 24, 2022

    Hi Valerie I love your page-what kind of fixative did you use? I have some chalk but wasn't sure what to use over it thanks.
    the magnolias are beautiful-I have never lived in an area where I saw those in person. such cute animal photos hugs Kathy

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    1. Valerie-JaelThursday, March 24, 2022

      Thanks Kathy. I use a fixative from Amazon, It's from Winsor and Newton and sypecially made for chalks, but you can also use hair-spray. The fixative is better, though. Hugs, Valerie

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  2. Lowcarb team memberThursday, March 24, 2022

    Wow! That is lovely and colourful.

    The magnolia blooms are gorgeous, I always enjoy seeing them.

    All the best Jan

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    1. Valerie-JaelThursday, March 24, 2022

      Thanks Jan, magnolia is always so beautiful!

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  3. ChristineThursday, March 24, 2022

    Gorgeous spring piece and fun photos. Love the magnolia.

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    1. Valerie-JaelThursday, March 24, 2022

      Thanks Christine, magnoili is always lovely!

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  4. aussie aNNieThursday, March 24, 2022

    Beautiful post full of vibrancy, love that gorgeous colour xx

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  5. Vee CassidyThursday, March 24, 2022

    This piece has a lovely mystical feel so appropriate for Rumi quotation. Thanks for lovely pics. Vee xx

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  6. AnonymousThursday, March 24, 2022

    Hi Val, good morning! Wonderful and almost mystical piece with fabulous colours. Have a great day, take care, and please ring/text me as soon as you get your results. Hugs, Sarah

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    1. Valerie-JaelThursday, March 24, 2022

      Thanks Sarah, I will let you know asap. Hugs to all!

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  7. NeetThursday, March 24, 2022

    Hope it is good news when it comes from the cardiologist Valerie. Also that the tests were not too exhaustive.
    Lovely Spring Goddess for us to admire today. I love the Spring colours you have chosen and like the fact that they are in circles, with no ending. A beautiful face and lovely flowers and words to go with it.
    Super funnies, love the animals and aren't those rock paintings wonderful.
    Hugs, Neet xx

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    1. Valerie-JaelThursday, March 24, 2022

      Thanks Neet, I love circles and their symbolism. Hugs!

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  8. My name is Erika.Thursday, March 24, 2022

    This is such a happy page Valerie. I can tell it did you good. I love the colors and how you put in one of your wonderful faces. And wow, you really have spring flowers. Those magnolias are beautiful. I like those kitties painted on the rocks too. How fun. Hope you're having a good Thursday my friend. Hugs-Erika

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  9. David M. Gascoigne,Thursday, March 24, 2022

    Good morning, Valerie: That's a bright splash of colour to start everyone's day. It's a little grey and gloomy outside, so it's quite appropriate and very welcome. Now there are those who think that Rumi is the most transcendent of all poets, and I confess to never having been able to see that. It is probably a result of my bourgeois appreciation of the arts no doubt, but his work has never bowled me over in the way it seems to affect so many. There are groups verging on Rumi cults! The Rubayat of Omar Khayam is another matter entirely. Now there's a work to set you back on your heels! I have my fingers and toes crossed for good news from the heart specialist. I am sure you do too! Thanks for the cheerful spring flowers. I saw daffodils poking green shoots through the ground in a neighbour's front yard, so it is coming here too. I have two Zoom meetings this morning. Perhaps one day soon face-to-face will be possible. This is a group to which I was appointed to a two-year term in January 2021 and I have yet to meet another member of the committee to which I was assigned, or the group at large. My term may be over before I do! Take good care. Hugs and kisses, David

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    1. Valerie-JaelThursday, March 24, 2022

      Thanks David, bright colours do me good now. Zoom is good, face to face is better. Shorts comment, was at the hospital for 6 hours today, and I am tired. Big hugs!

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  10. Mae TravelsThursday, March 24, 2022

    Color is a big help on these grey not-quite-spring days. We saw magnolias on our recent trip east, but it will be weeks and weeks before we have flowers on the magnolia in our front garden. So I appreciate your colorful girl-face and also the blossoms.

    best… mae at maefood.blogspot.com

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  11. Crafting QueenThursday, March 24, 2022

    Really lovely creation. Love the colours you used. Keep well. Hugs Anesha x

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  12. Divers and SundryThursday, March 24, 2022

    Definitely colorful! I love that pink and the orange. They really pop!

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  13. Kathy LeoniaThursday, March 24, 2022

    so lovely art:)

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  14. ChrissyThursday, March 24, 2022

    WOW, stunning piece of art Valerie, love the colours and the face and the quote, love it all..

    Luv CHRISSYxx

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  15. JeanieThursday, March 24, 2022

    I love your page. It has a wonderful energy to it and of course, fabulous colors.

    I'm curious -- the gorgeous magnolias are by a yellow building. What's in the building? Is it part of the clinic complex or nearby? They're beautiful.

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    1. Valerie-JaelThursday, March 24, 2022

      Thanks Jeanie. The yellow building is not a building, just a covered walkway connecting the various houses. The magnolia are so beautiful! Have a great day, hugs!

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    2. JeanieSaturday, March 26, 2022

      Thanks. A covered walkway is nice, especially in bad weather!

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  16. Sandra CoxThursday, March 24, 2022

    Such sweet memes. Each and everyone. The tree trunk is hilarious.
    Love your piece. It's both colorful and subtle.
    Toes-still crossed that your results are good.
    Hugs,

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  17. Teresa ArsenaultFriday, March 25, 2022

    That is a bright and cheerful painting. It's easy to see you had fun creating it.
    I love the baby animal pics. Melted my heart.
    hugs,
    Teresa

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  18. Nancy ChanFriday, March 25, 2022

    Nice and colourful painting. Pretty flowers. Love the funnies or the cute critters.

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  19. Valerie-JaelFriday, March 25, 2022

    Thanks Nancy, stay Safe!

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  20. Bleubeard and ElizabethFriday, March 25, 2022

    Your spring goddess is beautiful. Those are really bright colors and I also need those right now. Thanks for sharing this gorgeous journal page with us at AJJ using your theme, dear.

    LOVE the magnolias. I had a magnolia tree in my yard in Missouri and I miss the beauty of their flowers in the springtime.

    Here's hoping you have great news from the cardiologist.

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  21. Tracey@HotchpotchcreationsFriday, March 25, 2022

    Sending positive vibes your way Valerie, your piece is full of colour and freedom, art is a superb way of expression and a great comfort to us all in so many different ways. I'm glad you got your fingers dirty creating this beauty.
    Head in the sand is how I'm feeling right now, I'd much rather be a sleeping kitty in the shoe, so at peace. The pups cuddled by their mama is a beautiful thing to see.
    Happy PPF for the last time my friend, i'm so glad we are connected in blogland.
    Hugs Tracey x

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    1. Valerie-JaelFriday, March 25, 2022

      Thanks Tracey, it was a good time with PPF, but we will stay connected Get your head out of the Sand and make more of your wonderful Art. Big hugs, Valerie

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  22. MeggymayFriday, March 25, 2022

    She is a beautiful spring goddess Valerie, I lobe the circles that framed her and the words you added.
    Yvonne xx

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  23. Maria MedeirosFriday, March 25, 2022

    Valerie I pray and send you all my positive energy for your tests. Your artwork is absolutely STUNNING! love it sooooo much. I wish you a very restful weekend. All the best and happy PPF. Much love and positivity.

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    1. Valerie-JaelFriday, March 25, 2022

      Thanks so much Maria. Happy PPF, I Hope we can still keep in Touch! Hugs!

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  24. DebraFriday, March 25, 2022

    I've been praying for you Valerie. Your art is colorful and happy. I loved the photos!

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    1. Valerie-JaelFriday, March 25, 2022

      Thanks so much Debra, hugs to you and yours!

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  25. DVArtistFriday, March 25, 2022

    This is a stunning piece of art and in some way shows me your heart. Candles lit, prayers sent. Hugs. N

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    1. Valerie-JaelFriday, March 25, 2022

      Thanks so much, Nicole, that means a Lot to me.

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  26. Linda KunsmanFriday, March 25, 2022

    a really beautiful page and quote Valerie. I'm going to our local library tomorrow and am hoping to see the magnolias in bloom there :).
    Those painted rocks of the kitties are amazing! Be well, take care, and one last happy PPF!

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    1. Valerie-JaelFriday, March 25, 2022

      Thanks Linda, magnolias are wonderful, Hope you see them!

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  27. gigi-hawaiiFriday, March 25, 2022

    You did a great job with the colors! Love it! I think those magnolias are pretty. Good luck with the test results. Hoping for good news!

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  28. craftytrogFriday, March 25, 2022

    Beautiful art and photos Valerie! Nothing beats getting your fingers dirty making art 😊
    Have a good weekend.
    Alison

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  29. Dixie @ Arranged WordsFriday, March 25, 2022

    Beautiful artwork, Valerie.
    Lovely magnolia tree. Spring has definitely sprung there.
    Have a lovely weekend...

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  30. https://linsartyblobs.blogspot.comFriday, March 25, 2022

    Your piece is very spring like. Gorgeous magnolia blossom.

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  31. carol l mckennaFriday, March 25, 2022

    Oh your pastel is divine ~ beauteous ~ and your photography beautiful and love all those sweet animals ~ so loving ~ lots of healing energy hugs to you ~ Xo

    Wishing you laughter and love in your days,

    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  32. Soma @ inkTorrents.comSaturday, March 26, 2022

    Beautiful and colourful artwork. I am so glad that you used art to make you feel better. Love the quote too. Very cute funnies :D

    Hugs,
    -Soma

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