Yes I was doing my plein aire painting and kept looking at this tree....."did someone put christmas ornaments on the tree?" No, as my eyes got adjusted it was a whole HERD OF AMERICAN GOLDFINCH! I had never seen that many in my life. What a blessing that was....all I could do was stare and get my binoculars out. Thank GOD the sun wasn't playing tricks on my old eyes. This is a watercolor approximately 12" X 18"...140 pound cold press paper. Enjoy.
My question to you is........"Are you journaling yet?" I'm waiting for your responses and some followers before I go much farther into ideas etc. for writing. God bless.
Hi Ricky,
ReplyDeleteJust found your blog, I started a Journal after losing my right kidney to kidney cancer, my second anniversary is coming soon 6/4 and I too believe in the healing power of God, and in doing something positive, and learning something new every single day... all of our days a precious gifts from God. Keep the faith my friend.
There is nothing more like a pure gift of joy than a tree (or a feeder) full of goldfinches :) My few always make me smile. Just found your blog through Chris' blog and will be a viewer and commenter. Although I've never personally had cancer, I've had many relatives I've seen go through many types...I don't think anyone has been untouched by cancer.
ReplyDeleteGlad to meet both of you. Appreciate your comments and thank God you don't need to have had cancer to comment on this blog.
ReplyDeleteCapt Elaine I am so happy for your second anniversary and will be praying for you. Do you journal?
Ricky, this is an absolutely gorgeous painting, and what an amazing story about the gold finches.
ReplyDeleteThanks Mona and please let me know....are you an artist or journal artist etc..? Welcome to our new little community. Jump in anywhere with your comments and make us all a better place. Ricky
ReplyDeleteThat's amazing about the goldfinches, and this is a beautiful painting. You should check out Mona's site--she's a phenomenal painter as well.
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