Tuesday 3 May 2022

Midweek Post

Hi Everybody!

Hope your week has been going well. I've been trying to take things easy as I have repeated attacks of Atrial fibrillation which makes me nervous.  I'm hoping it will settle down soon! I've still been going for my walks, just more slowly and less far than usual, but thats okay. Our weather has been good  with pleasant temoeratures, not too warm and not too cold, so just as I like it!

Today I have a new tag for Pinkie's challenge at Tag Tuesday, her theme is to use stencils. The challenge runs for 2 weeks, and tags of all formats are welcome. Hope to ssee YOU there! The face was drawn, the diamond background was stenciled. I made one like this years back but gave it away, I will keep this one:





And here I just had fun reversing the colour:


Some photos from my walks through the woods, meadows and park:





I love this copper beech:















And some funnies/thinkies:




Have a great day, take care,
and thanks for the for coming by.
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59 comments:

  1. Gillena CoxTuesday, May 03, 2022

    Luv your photos, gorgeous trees. Beautiful tags. Have a nice Tuesday

    muchđź’›love

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  2. carol l mckennaTuesday, May 03, 2022

    Your tag art is so dynamic ~ and your photography is awesome ~ love the dog ~ Xo

    Wishing love and laughter in your days,

    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  3. Soma @ inkTorrents.comTuesday, May 03, 2022

    I am so sorry to hear you are unwell. I do hope you are not exerting yourself too much. The tag is wonderful and beautiful photos from your walk. Love all the trees and the green.

    -Soma

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    1. Valerie-JaelTuesday, May 03, 2022

      Thanks Soma. The meds will hopefully soon kick in, and I need to take things even more slowly. I hope I will soon get used to it! Hugs!

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  4. ChristineTuesday, May 03, 2022

    Gorgeous tag and photos. Interesting about the broken objects in Japan. Sorry about the atrial fibrillation problem

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    1. Valerie-JaelTuesday, May 03, 2022

      Thanks Christine. I found the art to repair things really good. Hugs!

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  5. AnonymousTuesday, May 03, 2022

    Hi Val, good evening. You posted much later today, hope everything is ok. Love your tag and the gorgeous photos. Look after yourself, hugs from us all, Sarah

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    1. Valerie-JaelTuesday, May 03, 2022

      No, I posted early! It should have been posted tomorrow morning, I pressed the wrong button!

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  6. ChrissyTuesday, May 03, 2022

    Beautiful tag Valerie, love the stenciling and the fabulous image and the gorgeous red feather..take care..

    Luv CHRISSYxx

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    1. Valerie-JaelTuesday, May 03, 2022

      Thanks Chrissy, have a great week, take care! Hugs!

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  7. DVArtistTuesday, May 03, 2022

    Ohhh I love this so much. Wonderful post. Have a nice day.

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  8. SueTuesday, May 03, 2022

    What a fabulous tag, I really like it with the colours reversed too. It must be hard for you to slow down but it is necessary. Take care of yourself and have a great week, Sue xx

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    1. Valerie-JaelWednesday, May 04, 2022

      Thanks Sue, it is hard, but it has to be! Hugs!

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  9. kathyinozarksTuesday, May 03, 2022

    Your art is always amazing-and what a lovely area for a walk-so beautiful
    take care of You hugs Kathy

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  10. Lowcarb team memberTuesday, May 03, 2022

    That is a fabulous tag.
    Beautiful photographs from your walk.

    As others have also said ... do please take care of yourself, you have a lot of friends in blogland :)
    Thinking of you and sending my good wishes.

    All the best Jan

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    1. Valerie-JaelWednesday, May 04, 2022

      Thanks Jan, slowing down is hard, but will get there!

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  11. My name is Erika.Wednesday, May 04, 2022

    I'm sad to hear you are still having fib incidents. It must be scary and frustrating too. I'm glad you are getting out for some walks though. Better shorter and less strenuous than not being able to go. And that's a fun tag. I love how the ribbons are like her hair and also how you made her choker necklace. Nicely done. Take care please. hugs-Erika

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    1. Valerie-JaelWednesday, May 04, 2022

      Thanks Erika, it is indeed scary, I hope it will soon stop. Hugs!

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  12. peppylady (Dora)Wednesday, May 04, 2022

    The tag is out standing. I like the feather effect a lot. Our lilacs blooms end of the month.
    Coffee is on and stay safe

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    1. Valerie-JaelWednesday, May 04, 2022

      Thanks Dora, I love the lilac blossoms, such a great time.

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  13. Bleubeard and ElizabethWednesday, May 04, 2022

    What a fun and lovely tag. You sure created a lovely woman. I like the reverse color, too.

    Are the lovely lavender flowers wisteria or lilacs or ??? They are definitely my favorite photos today.

    Sorry to read your atrial fibrillation is still a problem. I sure hope the meds kick in soon.

    I knew about the broken glassware being repaired in gold. I also know when a piece of fabric or garment wears a hole in it, they repair it with a new cloth placed over or under the hole, then they do a type of slow stitching to repair the garment. They have a name for it, but I don't remember it offhand. Hope your Wednesday is wonderful, dear.



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  14. Valerie-JaelWednesday, May 04, 2022

    Some are wisteria, they have the hanging flowers, and the lilacs have the flower heads mostly upwards or sidewards. I think that's a wonderful way to repair things, and shows how they value things. Have agreat day, hugs, Valerie

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    1. Bleubeard and ElizabethWednesday, May 04, 2022

      The slow sewing is called sashiko. The decorative stitches cover holes and bare spots in fabric and garments. I knew I would think of the word eventually.

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    2. Valerie-JaelWednesday, May 04, 2022

      Thanks E, it's a wonderful Tradition!

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  15. Nancy ChanWednesday, May 04, 2022

    I have to google to find out what is atrial fibrillation. Do take things easy. Hope it will settle and get back to normal. Pretty lady in your art piece. Beautiful flowers and trees from your walks. Cute doggie and the dog sculpture.

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  16. David M. Gascoigne,Wednesday, May 04, 2022

    Hello Valerie: When you read your last romance novel and it spoke of women walking with their heart aflutter this is not what was intended, so stop it right away! I bet you wish it were so easy. Better that you walk short distances and slowly than not at all, however. Speaking of walks, I have one planned for this morning at 8:30 with a group of retired business women, ten in all, and I plan to dazzle them with the great depth of my ornithological expertise. I was going to let my good looks do the trick, but figured I'd better have a backup plan! The way that migrants are pouring in by the day we have the chance to see some interesting and, for them, unusual species. Nothing will rival the oddities and rarities of Balconia-by-the-Rhine, of course, but we will make do with what we have. Continue to take good care of yourself. All of Canada is rooting for you. Hugs and kisses, David

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    1. Valerie-JaelWednesday, May 04, 2022

      Thanks David, good to know that Canada is on my side, that's something. I saw some of your noble geese this morning in Hofgarten, along with swans, ducks and other feathered creations, always a great place to have a rest. Now I'm hoping these women are not going to turn your head again, and I'm sure you can dazzle them with your avian knowledge. The pigeons are busy mating here, they lke to use the tree at the end of the yard, so we always have a great view! But of course, nothing so wonderful as the Balconia-by-the-Rhine noble and rare species! Have a great day, BIG hugs!

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  17. CJ KennedyWednesday, May 04, 2022

    Amazing tags. I like the reverse color one. Reminds me of an x-ray. Wow, Spring is in full swing. Our trees still haven't leafed out all the way just yet. Take care.

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  18. Valerie-JaelWednesday, May 04, 2022

    Thanks. Spring is really lovely Here. Have a great day!

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  19. gigi-hawaiiWednesday, May 04, 2022

    So sorry to hear about your atrial fibrillation. Take care and take it easy. Love that Phyllis Diller! She made me laugh. Amen to no housework.

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    1. Valerie-JaelWednesday, May 04, 2022

      Thanks, I'm trying to take it easy! Enjoy your day!

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  20. Kathy LeoniaWednesday, May 04, 2022

    all those photos are masterpieces:)

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  21. pinkyWednesday, May 04, 2022

    That's definitely a keeper Valerie!! So gorgeous! Sorry to hear you are still struggling a bit but so glad to hear you can get out for your walk. A tonic in itself! Take care xxx

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    1. Valerie-JaelWednesday, May 04, 2022

      Thanks Pinky. I Love being outside and Walking!

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  22. Lucyna DrozłowskaWednesday, May 04, 2022


    Great job. Super photos, Funny doggie. Have a good weekend:)

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  23. Lisabella RussoWednesday, May 04, 2022

    I hope you feel better soon. I love the face you painted, she is lovely as are your photographs. The dog funny is so cute too!

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  24. Mae TravelsThursday, May 05, 2022

    Sorry to hear that your heart is still giving you problems.

    Your walks look beautiful.

    best... mae at maefood.blogspot.com

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  25. pearshapedcraftingThursday, May 05, 2022

    Oh Valerie please do take it easy! I love your tag (both versions) Yes, you should keep it , she's a real beauty! The walk looks beautiful- great to see the lilac. Hugs, Chrisx

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    1. Valerie-JaelThursday, May 05, 2022

      Thanks Chris, lilac is always a favourite of mine. Hugs, Valerie

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  26. craftytrogThursday, May 05, 2022

    Beautiful photos Valerie, and I love your tag!

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  27. Valerie-JaelThursday, May 05, 2022

    Thanks so much Alison! Hope you are enjoying spring!

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  28. Divers and SundryThursday, May 05, 2022

    I love the feathery tag :) Slow walks are good for you, too. And you can better enjoy what nature offers along the way.

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  29. Felix the Crafty CatThursday, May 05, 2022

    Great post Valerie and loving the tags. Happy crafting my friend xXx

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  30. NatureFootstepThursday, May 05, 2022

    my favorite of the tags is the red one. It seems happy in a way :)

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  31. DVArtistFriday, May 06, 2022

    She is brilliant. I love the colors in this and her necklace. Great addition. Have a lovely day.

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  32. KarenSaturday, May 07, 2022

    Hi! So glad I finally took the time to create a tag and visit you!! Your wisteria and lilac photos are wonderful ~ Your tag made me smile! I love her shock of red hair as your topper, too cute. Very clever way to create a necklace as well. Blessings!

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  33. Sandra Wright.Tuesday, May 10, 2022

    A wonderful Tag Valerie.
    The photos are awesome, such vibrant colours, just stunning.
    Re A.F. I feel the same as you whenever I go out, especially if I am on my own. Although I am on medication, I often feel the same as I did when it was diagnosed. It's been 6 months now, so I think I will have to go back to my doctor.
    Take it easy..xx

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