Not feeling very talkative...

I haven't been feeling very talkative in the past week or so. I think that maybe it has something to do with the scare my Granny gave us the end of last week and over the weekend. She seems to be doing somewhat better, but its really just a wait and see....and with her in Florida and me all the way up in Oregon....well, it's hard. I can't just jump in my car and run over to visit. Your prayers would be much appreciated.

I'm including a couple of pics from my and Aiden's little outing yesterday. I posted a pic from our lunch at Quizno's yesterday and afterwards I needed a recharge so we went over next door to Starbucks for a coffee for me and a chocolate milk for Aiden. Then we went to the library for videos and books. And the other pics are of a new painting I'm working on and my new easel. It's not the one I posted about earlier....they are giving me a refund on that one (still haven't seen it on my credit card). And even though the refund hasn't come through yet, I decided to buy one locally because my back just couldn't take hunching over my work table anymore.

Hopefully I'll feel back to my old self in the next few days. I just feel kind of introspective at the moment....as I've probably mentioned before, when things get tough or stressful I have a tendency to just withdraw inward, which means I disappear for a while. I've become okay with that....it's how God made me and it's how I best deal with stuff. I've been talking to Him quite often this week and that always helps more than anything....wrote some in my prayer journal, did some sketches, and worked a bit on the new painting last  night...her face and hair are pretty much done and now I need to work on the rest of the piece. I already know what it needs to be finished...it came to me while driving to pick up Aiden from his last day of VBS last week, so it's just a matter of doing it.

There have been many bright spots in my week...of course one of them being lunch out with my little guy yesterday....all your sweet comments on my "Etsy Art Goodness" video (thank you!!!), a wonderful surprise package from the sweet Suz (Thanks so much Suz!!! It really made my day and came just when I needed some joy :D ), and snagging another one of Jenn's sweet Lulette houses last night (WOO HOO!), then some time to do a little sketching and painting. My house may be a mess right now, but oh well....I'll get around to it eventually. ;)

Hope you're all having a wonderful Thursday! I'm hoping to be back to my chipper, rambling self soon....I've got lots of ideas for new videos and other fun stuff, but just not feeling in the right frame of mind to do anything about it. If you've emailed me recently, I'm behind on emails....waaaaaaaay behind.....and I've become just awful at keeping up with them. I do read each and every one as soon as I get it, even if it takes me a month to reply. Thank you all sooooooooo much for your encouragement and support!! Much love to y'all!!! xoxo

Comments

[Lorraine W.]

Hi Paulette
So sorry to hear your Granny is not too well at the moment.I wish her lots of Get Well wishes....
I know it must be hard for you being so far away ......Here's hoping for a quick recovery.
Love the new painting , the colours are glorious.And Aiden is as cute as ever.He looks such a darling , and what a cheeky face he has....
Hope it won't be long before you're back to your old self.
Enjoy your day
Love Lorraine ox

[sheasy]

Your work is stunning! Like a dream...

AND... it's summer! Tse best excuse for slowing down and enjoying the day. I'm sure you will be re-charged in no time. Great blog!

[stephanie]

hi paulette...my prayers are with you. believe me--i've been there. i go through the same thing with all my of family being in NC/SC and me being in Michigan. i know how tough it is, but you'll get through this :)

[Nancy Scott]

Paulette, I am praying for your Gran's recovery and that your anxiety over not being able to see her will be eased. Hang in there, and don't worry about emails, etc.
May God fold his loving arms around you,
Nancy

[Pamela]

I understand how you feel about being so far away. I went through the same thing with my grandma, so my thoughts are with you during this hard time. Hang in there. She is lucky to have you. Love your most recent painting.
You are such a huge inspiration!

[Shonnie]

I'm sorry you are having a rough time right now. I know exactly how you feel about withdrawing when things are tough. I am the same way. I will say some prayers for your granny. Your new painting is coming along nicely! She has an angelic face!

[Lisa H.]

Sorry to hear about your grandma. I know it must be tough. Trust God, He will get both of you through it all :)
Your little boy is adorable!! You should do some paintings of little ones! I would like to see how they would turn out. Beatiful as the others, I'm sure :)
I love the new painting, she is beautiful!! All of your work is- you are gifted girl!!
You are in my prayers!!
Happy Scrappin'
Lisa H. in Arkansas

[Sandy]

Paulette,
So sorry to hear about your granny. I know all too well how it feels to be so far from a loved one at a time like this. I will make a special effort to pray for you and your granny. Be easy on yourself right now and take comfort in those around you.
On another note, I love your new painting. I truly admire that you can continue to paint through this. You are an inspiration in so many ways.
hugs,
Sandy

[Diane]

Sorry to hear about your grandmother; will be in my thoughts and prayers. Take it easy. Do the things you love to do and the rest will just follow in time... housework... whatever else needs doing will still be there! x :)

[Marie]

I love the new piece you are working on - and it looks like you got an easel that you like too! Prayers for your Grandma and blessings to you.

[Georgann Bourgeois]

I love your new artwork!! It's so nice to see you do an african american woman. So few artists do women of color. She's absolutely beautiful. I love her!

[Charisse]

Wow, that painting is beautiful! Please make sure she is available for prints. I will buy one definitely. As you know, I love "brown" faces! LOL I would have loved to see how you mixed the colors for her complexion. Oh well, maybe next time!

Sorry that your Grandma is not doing well! I will pray for her and your family!!

[Bonafyde]

Oh Paulette! My hearty goes out to you and your family, hugs and prayers for you and your Granny.

I get very introspective during/after times of extreme stress or even long periods of highs. Its my way of recharging I suppose. I always say that we come into this world alone and often leave it that way as a spiritual journey is each individual. That being said I am my own best friend and don't mind the alone, withdrawn time....and yet I get what you are saying it may seem strange to those who are not like that. Ah well to each their own, right?

Seeing your date with Aiden brought a huge smile to my face because this is one of my kids (and mine as well) favorite things to do...head to the bookstore (Indigo for us) and Starbucks for some Caramel fraps, honey lattes for me and cream bases fraps for them. Throw in luch at a restaurant and they truly are in bliss. Love the pic of Aiden enjoying his drink, too precious! So gotta get a pick of my boys on uor "dates".

Now lastly (in my never ending comment ;) ) Ilove the easel...so well timed as i was browsing them online for hours last night....and drooling....I'm wondering with all the choices what are the key things to look for (besides angle capacity) that make for a good quality easel. At those prices I don't want to make a bad choice! What are the well known brands. Not sure if you know this info but if you do, please share! :) I'm looking for a standing floor model much like what I see in your picture....or even a table model...

Ok enough questions. Again Hugs Hon.

[Aimee Wheaton]

She's beautiful Paulette!!! Hope your Granny is doing much better and you feel back to your normal fun self!!

LOVE YA!!

Big hugs!!!

Aimée

[Teri Leigh]

I absolutely love your work. I was given the Arte y Pico award by a fellow blogger. I chose you to be one of my five artists that inspire me the most. Check out my blog for the specifics. I just love your art! I hope that I will get to take one of your classes this September.