Today class was much more difficult. I finished 2 paintings...one went in the "if it aint Irish, it's CRRRRRRAAAAAPPPPP" pile, the other one redeemed itself in the last 2 minutes of the pose. I accidently added about 15 pounds to our poor model, but she is secure enough to take it. We added about 7 more colors to our spectrum....and our teacher says, "few choices, few problems....many choices, many problems." It was as if I couldn't see anything particular today...so I struggled with where to put down my brush...and what color each shape should be.....but, I had a blast anyway....and it felt good to not be attached to the outcome. There were a few people struggling today, so I was in good company. I will try to take more photos tomorrow.

Tonight I'm going to take a stroll down to the river and try to find some perfect rocks to make some of my little beaded rock sculptures. We are celebrating the birthday of one of our classmates tomorrow, and I thought it would make a nice gift. 13 of us are going out for dinner tomorrow night to celebrate. The little village restaurant is mighty tasty and not very expensive. Plus....people are big on dogs here...they are welcome even in eating establishments. You almost always can find a well behaved (key word) laying below a table at its owner's feet. Sometimes they even get scraps....if they don't beg.

Peace...and love.....and lots of sparkles (am I over the top yet) to you all. Know you are right here with me.....you are the wind beneath my wings......la, la...la. Yes, I have now just officially lost it.

written by  Lifeisjuicy on July 25, 2007 from Argenton-Chateau, France
from the travel blog: My Excellent French Adventure!
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Love,

You sure are tough on yourself, todays painting looks excellent.

Tony

written by  Tony on July 25, 2007

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I can't imagine that any of your paintings are anything less than beautiful! I only see one on your blog, can you take pictures of more please? I am so proud of you and your strength to even be doing this. I love you.

written by  Karmin on July 26, 2007

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Your painting....most excellent! I am totally digging all the pictures, and all your writings. What a blast.

written by  Jennifer Burcar on July 27, 2007

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SPARKLES AND OVER THE TOP-I wouldn't expect anything less!! I can't wait to see more of your work. The journey has been amazing, can't wait to read more. A long distance hhhhhhhuuuuuuggggg, Love Karen

written by  Karen Sidnaw Woman on July 27, 2007

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Merci darling

My goodness, you're a gifted soul. For such a talented artist, I love your humility.
I am anxious for more...

R

written by  robynisgreat on July 27, 2007

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Hey Girlie: I'm right there with Tony....you ARE too hard on yourself. You're painting is amazing!!!! Peggy

written by  peggy Skylondz on July 28, 2007

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Hello Sis,

I am so proud of you and all that you do. You are truly a special person and richly deserve this wonderful opportunity you are experiencing.

You look and sound like you are enjoying the whole experience.

The first painting looks pretty good so far. I can't wait to see more.

That's all for now, but know that Kammy and I really are excited for you and we miss you and love you.

Love Bruce & Kammy

written by  Bruce on July 29, 2007

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