Sunday, April 30, 2017

A Rainy Afternoon

Sometimes a quiet rainy afternoon can be a blessing.

Yesterday was one.

Originally I had planned to do some much needed gardening.

The weather had other plans.








So instead I spent those sweet hours sketching a gathered bouquet...












 reading an inspiring book...













Experimenting with a new pen the Elegant Writer...













and savoring the freshness that comes from the passing showers.

Thank you for letting me share what I did with a rainy afternoon.   Hope you will do the same.


Have a lovely week.

Hugs Debbie




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28 comments:

  1. donna bakerApril 30, 2017 at 5:44 PM

    It has been raining cats and dogs. Son and his little family came for a rare visit. They will be moving back this summer and told me today they are having a new little one in December. So happy for them.

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  2. Barbra JoanApril 30, 2017 at 6:15 PM

    Debbie, Glad you enjoy my little trips around Florida, just as I enjoy seeing your posts.. I can't tell you how many times you've lifted my spirits. Thank you my friend.

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  3. Joan TavolottApril 30, 2017 at 6:49 PM

    What a nice way to spend a rainy afternoon! Love the sketch of the bouquet and the sketch with the Elegant Writer. You got a nice effect! I hope the weather the rest of the week gives you some time to do some gardening. I was off painting at the New York Botanical Gardens today. The flowers and trees in bloom were just incredible. Enjoy!

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  4. LindaApril 30, 2017 at 10:22 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous, Debbie!!! It was raining here as well today. Love and hugs to you. I love your art!

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  5. Sue (this n that)May 1, 2017 at 2:38 AM

    It was such a delight to see your gorgeous drawings Debbie. It's always wonderful to have our art to turn to when plans go awry :D)

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  6. Libby FifeMay 1, 2017 at 3:42 AM

    It's always so nice to see your sketches! Good for you for switching gears and making the most of things. Definitely a blessing:)

    Hope your week gets off to a good start!
    Libby

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  7. hmuxoMay 1, 2017 at 4:45 AM

    A beautiful sketch!!! Since my surgery I really have a hard time painting but I'd like to do some sketches ....hmmm!! Maybe abstracts. Your photography is always wonderful...thank you for sharing!!!

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  8. LinMay 1, 2017 at 5:16 AM

    Such lovely ideas and words!!! Gorgeous paintings too!

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  9. BarbaraMay 1, 2017 at 6:47 AM

    I’m spending this rainy afternoon visiting favourite blogs such as yours, and I’m very glad to be here. Your sketch is exquisite.

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  10. Salty Pumpkin StudioMay 1, 2017 at 8:26 AM

    Lovely artwork
    Watercolors are perfect on a rainy day.

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  11. Carol FlattMay 1, 2017 at 9:09 AM

    I love those rainy, drippy days when it's wet and chilly and not a day to be outside, and I tell myself it's okay to put some chores aside. You made some good choices, Debbie. A delightful post!

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  12. RH CarpenterMay 1, 2017 at 12:04 PM

    Those rainy days do make good days to enjoy inside and create something pretty, as you've done! And the garden will wait! ha ha

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  13. LoreeMay 1, 2017 at 1:06 PM

    I love rainy afternoons but we probably won't have any of them before September/ October.

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  14. JudyMay 1, 2017 at 2:41 PM

    Beautiful work, Debbie! Rainy days here as well.

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  15. Angelsdoor * PennyMay 1, 2017 at 3:20 PM

    Debbie, your artwork is so beautiful! It was a good thing that the weather had other plans, it gave you time to create and experiment with a new pen, which produced a gorgeous effect.
    Wishing you a lovely week.
    blessings,
    Penny

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  16. Chris LallyMay 1, 2017 at 5:23 PM

    Great post, Debbie. Lovely flowers, GORGEOUS sketches & what looks like a very good book!

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  17. VictoriaMay 1, 2017 at 5:41 PM

    Debbie, your sketches are so beautiful! I'm glad nature had other plans for your day :)

    Blessings,

    Victoria

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  18. BonnieMay 1, 2017 at 7:28 PM

    I always enjoy your work.... so pretty! Thanks for sharing! Hugs!

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  19. zaenudinMay 1, 2017 at 9:01 PM

    Thank you for consistently serving content that is always useful for me as a reader. Hopefully you are always given health.


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  20. Kathy A. JohnsonMay 2, 2017 at 6:37 AM

    Sounds just about perfect. Sometimes it take an outside influence like the weather to make us slow down and pay attention to simple pleasures all around us. I'm glad you were able to enjoy such a pleasant afternoon.

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  21. zaenudinMay 2, 2017 at 9:51 PM

    I deeply appreciate your hard work in presenting quality content. It certainly requires skill and mature experience. I am very grateful to you.


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  22. Celia BlancoMay 3, 2017 at 4:48 AM

    Your paintings are beautiful,Debbie! The books look very interesting too! I am happy you enjoyed some time in your studio.

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  23. CoraMay 3, 2017 at 1:17 PM

    It is always inspiring to see and read your blog. I love your beautiful sketches and the book looks interesting. Thanks for sharing them. God bless.

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  24. JaneMay 3, 2017 at 3:16 PM

    You certainly made an excellent use of the rainy hours, such beautiful watercolors !

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  25. DebraMay 4, 2017 at 8:08 AM

    Lovely, lovely art work-love to you-and prayers...

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  26. Helen H TrachyMay 13, 2017 at 6:53 PM

    Love your flowers, simply beautiful! hugs

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  27. AnonymousMay 22, 2017 at 5:40 PM

    Your flower paintings are so pretty!

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  28. JANE MINTERMay 31, 2017 at 12:46 AM

    Beautiful work esp like your delicate study at the top Debbie

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