Sunflower Watercolor 11×14 140 lb cold press 012018
A Watercolor Sunflower – Painting Warmth.
I found a little time this busy weekend
to escape to my art room
and splash a little paint…
to create some warmth
amidst the bitter chill
that is our weather right now…
inspired by my birthday bouquet
and the need to
create art.
Cheers & Hugs,
Jodi
This watercolor painting – original, prints, and cards – is available at McKinneyX2Designs ETSY Shop
Warmth…
A crackling fire glowing in the fireplace,
A steaming bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup.
The eyes of your child when they know you are sad,
The hand of a friend whose always by your side.
The fur of your four-legged best friend whose always by your side,
A soft, chenille blanket from a special lady who goes by the name of Mom (II),
An unexpected text with a photo of your grandchild,
A handwritten letter in the mail from a favorite aunt.
The first sip of coffee on a cold winter morning,
A glass of red wine after a long day at work.
Favorite fuzzy slippers you accidentally wear out of the house,
A well-worn hoodie with threadbare elbows.
Memories from a special song,
A tight hug that lasts longer than a pat on the back.
The ringing of the phone at the same time every morning,
and the sound of a Dad whistling while he patiently waits.
An air kiss blown while rolling over in the middle of the night,
An “I love you” on the way out the door,
A smile that greets you when you enter the office,
The privilege of introducing your future daughter-in-law.
The distinct squeak of the door opening at the end of the day,
The comforting sound of a snore you’ve loved for 35 years.
Cheers & Warm Hugs,
Jodi
Cozy
Warm, crackling fire,
Soft blanket,
Brand-new fuzzy socks,
A favorite sweatshirt inside-out.
Broken-in space on the couch,
Smooshed pillows,
A furry four-legged friend,
A long-time love.
Dark red wine,
Creamy Godiva chocolate truffles,
Football playoffs,
Tender beef simmering in the crock pot.
Cold January Sundays
can be so cozy.
Cold January Sundays
can be the best.
Cheers & Hugs,
Jodi
Oranges and Yellows…
Citrusy shades of tangerine and lemon,
Sunrises and sunsets,
Joy and warmth.
The colors of summer…
Sweet summertime.
Happy Summer Sunday!
Cheers & Hugs,
Jodi
Weekly Photo Challenge: Warmth
Warmth…. Awwwwhhh…. Such a cozy thought this time of year as we begin Winter and prepare for the coldest months of the year here on in Mars.
There’s nothing like curling up on the couch under a fleece blanket by the glow of candlelight and a crackling fire – especially during the holidays with the twinkling reflection of Christmas tree lights adding additional warmth to the living room. Add a nice glass of dry red wine – maybe 7 Deadly Zins or a nice Cab – or maybe even a stiff Bombay and tonic with a twist of lime or a glass of sweet syrupy Port or some brandy over ice (oops – I digress!).
We were talking about warmth – right? (that’s this week’s WordPress Weekly Photo Challenge).
All of this is such a lovely scenario until IT hits….
Most women out there 45 years + likely know what I’m talking about….
The family is sitting together all snuggly – watching TV, reading, looking at our computers/iPhones/iPads – and IT happens all of the sudden – out of nowhere.
My face becomes flush from the neck up, the fleece gets thrown off, the ceiling fan goes on, and I say (every single time – completely shocked and surprised – as if it were the first):
“Is it HOT in here or is it just me?”
Warmth is an understatement when IT hits!
But then, usually in less than 2 or 3 minutes, IT is gone. The blanket gets pulled back up, another log on the fire, another sip of…..
Oh the joy of HOT flashes as I celebrate life,
New Year’s Eve,
and my (GULP!) 52nd birthday…
Today! 🙂
Warm Cheers & Hugs,
Jodi
PS Why 51.364?
Well, unless you are reading this close to midnight on 12/31/14, I am still 51 – and hanging on to it as long as I can…
According to ancient folklore, I was born very close to midnight – almost 1/1/63 – – – 8 minutes or 12 minutes or something close to that.
So, I’m much closer to 52 for my Australian friends than my Martian friends.
But really – 51 – 52 – what’s the difference really?! Especially when IT hits!
the creative life in between 