Thursday Art Date

Romance

February 10, 2022 /

The art prompt this week at Rain’s Garden is ‘Romance’.  In a few days, it’ll be Valentine’s Day. With that in mind, I thought I’d do a quick sketch of two popular symbols that DH is faithful to give me on this romantic occasion.

I used my mobile Procreate app to create today’s illustration, then uploaded to my computer to apply the dreamy photographic #5 filter to my drawing using Pixelmator Pro.

DH and I traditionally exchange small boxes of Russell Stover 3-pieces of chocolates ($1) with one another as a token of love.  He also expresses his affections with flowers.  His tenderness never fails to warm my heart.  I plan to bake home-made cookies for him as usual.  I may decorate them.  If so, then photos will eventually follow in a future post. Ones love for the other should never be taken for granted.  Valentine’s Day may seem silly to some but it’s not silly to show the one you love an act of sweetness.  The gesture need not be big and expensive or at least not for this girl.  It’s the thought behind the expression that counts. Give your lady flowers any time. She’ll totally melt! 

Someone shared Celtic Thunder The Sound of Silence on YouTube which prompted the discovery of An Irish Romance.

For those who hate Valentine’s Day for whatever reason, there is no reason you can’t love yourself with the same indulgence. Buy some flowers to add beauty to your home and to your life. 😉

 

Russell Myers “Broom Hilda cartoon”

Tom at SPMM shared in a recent Volume 9 The Jarring Juxtaposition the Nashville based pop band, imy2.  Based on the artist selection I wasn’t blown away but something in the female lead’s voice sparked my curiosity and I’m glad that I took the time to listen to my intuitions along with the gentle nudge from Tom to keep an open mind.  I listened to imy2’s entire library of cover songs.  I played the 67 song playlist in the background over a two day period.  In the end, I was very impressed with Annalisa Mahanes.  The band recorded a range of genres and Annalisa ‘s vocal style was a perfect fit on popular songs by legendary artists such like Dolly Parton to Amy Lee (Evanescence) and many others. Continuing with today’s art theme, I thought I’d share an imy2 original, Hopeless Romantic. 

 

I’m in the April A2Z prep mode.  I have my music posts scheduled through the end of March and all other content may be spotty until after the challenge.  This is CAAC signing off with an invite to join me on the dance floor with the Sunday edition of Monday’s Music Moves Me with special co-hostess, Songbird’s Crazy World with your choice of whatever music moves you week.  Have a doodletastic day!

~Cathy

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22 Comments

    • Cathy Kennedy

      February 12, 2022 at 12:41 pm

      Marie,

      I’m sorry I didn’t read your comment before now but I did send you an email this morning. Your email request came in in the wee hours while I was in bed but as soon as I got it I sent you my phone number. Call me anytime and if I don’t hear from you soon, then I’ll give you a call. TTFN!

  • Eugenia

    February 11, 2022 at 8:54 am

    What a lovely Valentine’s Day sketch, Cathy! I love the funnies, especially the first one! Thank you for the mention and have a great day! 💝

  • Debbie D.

    February 10, 2022 at 9:55 pm

    Your sketch is perfect for a Valentine’s Day card, Cathy. 🙂 I wish you and DH a lovely time on that day, and every day. Homebaked cookies – yum! We tend to ignore “Hallmark Holidays” and do our own thing whenever the mood strikes. That said, hubby did give me a beautiful bouquet recently for my birthday. Cute funnies!. 😀 Celtic Thunder did a lovely job covering those famous tunes. Thanks for the playlist. Annalisa was pretty good, too. Love the purple hair – spunky!

  • Birgit

    February 10, 2022 at 3:47 pm

    I love the giggles especially the first one. Your artistic take on Valentine’s is excellent and you could make that into a card for your hubby. Today, my hubby surprised me with a small grandfather clock that you hang on the wall. Just last night, watching The Repair Shop, I mentioned how I love those clocks but know I will never get one. He just blew me away and he got it from the second hand store which is perfect! It works which is what i am happy about. I enjoyed the Celtic album very much and the song by ..um..Annaliese..the purple haired lady is not bad. It’s not something I would buy but I liked it.

    • Cathy Kennedy

      February 10, 2022 at 8:21 pm

      Birgit,

      That’s so sweet of your husband. My great grandparents had a wall mounted grandfather clock. I remember when we stayed the night with them, I could hear that clock chime on the hour throughout the night. It was sort of a reassuring sound and I liked it. Annalise, the purple hair girl, is talented. If you get the chance you might want to sample some of the cover songs that imy2 has recorded. If you have trouble with the link I included in the post, go directly to YouTube and find their channel. They have a section dedicated for cover songs.I’m glad you liked Celtic Thunder. They are an amazing group!

  • Sandee

    February 10, 2022 at 12:07 pm

    Love the funnies and romance is a wonderful thing. I know DH is off tomorrow so enjoy a long weekend with your love.

    Have a fabulous day, Cathy. Love and hugs. ♥

  • Debra She Who Seeks

    February 10, 2022 at 10:32 am

    I agree with you about Valentines Day and tokens of love! And I’ve always considered that Valentines Day is for everyone — friends, family, yourself! No need to feel left out or leave anyone out!

  • Thomas Anderson

    February 10, 2022 at 7:32 am

    Hi, Cathy!

    Happy Thankful Thursday Art Date with Rain, dear friend! I hope you are having a nice week.

    I enjoyed the giggle at the outset. Women do tend to appreciate a man who simply keeps his mouth shut and listens.

    I admire your dreamy romantic drawing signaling the approach of V-Day. It is very touching to know that your romance with DH is still going strong, and that he shows you how much he cares by giving you flowers and a box of chocolates every year for Valentine’s Day. In return, you treat him extra special by baking a batch of cookies. I totally agree that your life partner should never be taken for granted. Exchanging simple gifts and performing other small gestures of tenderness to show appreciation can go a long way toward keeping a couple together. The two of you should co-author a book outlining your secrets for a long and happy marriage, because yours is an inspiring success story.

    Thanks for introducing the Irish singing group and stage show Celtic Thunder. Their grand live stage performances of “A Thousand Years” and “My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose” are among the most romantic love songs I’ve ever heard. They brought tears to my eyes. The live cover of the Badfinger power ballad “Without You” is also very stirring.

    Yessum, to be able to love others, it is important to love yourself first. Treat yourself with respect and kindness rather than self-loathing as so many people tend to do. As it is during the Christmas holiday, Valentine’s Day can be a difficult ordeal for people who are alone or in troubled relationships. There are millions of them, and the number seems to be growing constantly.

    I got a giggle out of the Broom Hilda cartoon with the Wishing Well having a good laugh at her wish list.

    Cathy, I am so honored that you took my advice and gave Annalise a chance. True to your word, you did a deep dive into her body of work on YouTube and found a lot to like. I was hoping you would, because she has a pure, refined, strong voice, the kind you and I both favor. She’s versatile and dynamic, one of the most exciting mewsical finds of recent years. I was going to post this video of hers eventually but you beat me to it. “Hopeless Romantic” is a sensational song, the sound production and mixing top notch, and the video slick and professional, with captivating imagery. The imy2 band has their act together, and I’m so glad you enjoy what they’re doing over there in Nashville. Thank you very much for mentioning me again today.

    If your next post is coming on Sunday, namely the 4M feature, I will be here with bells on. I will have my annual V-day post up and running that day as well. Thank you for another delightfully entertaining set of songs and sillies, dear friend Cathy!

    • Cathy Kennedy

      February 10, 2022 at 8:25 am

      Tom,

      It’s nice to see you drop by this morning, my friend. The first cartoon isn’t a representation of DH and myself. DH used to be quite shy, not one-on-one or small circles, but in groups or from afar. This was one thing that concerned me when we went out for our first date, what would I say to a quiet natured person. It turned out, we got along perfectly well and while I have always been predominately the chatty one in this relationship, over the years he has grown into a real talker. Often he carries the conversation for much our discussions. I really enjoy the improvements he’s growing comfortably in each day. It’s funny because his dad who I always veered as stand-offish, not much for conversation was the polar opposite in his twilight years. He was a good story teller and loved sharing with us which was such a treasure.

      I appreciate the compliments on our long committed relationship. Neither of us can take the credit for the glue that binds us, that belongs to God. He always spoke to our hearts, reminding of why we love the other and the determination to push through every situation together. God gave us the understand that there isn’t any such thing as a “perfect marriage” but over time working together to iron out the kinks and refining our understanding of the other has been instrumental. When we were dating DH drew a triangle comprised of arrows, placing each of our names on the two parallel arrows pointing to the peak of the triangle where he then wrote God. He said, “If we keep our eyes on God, then we’ll draw closer together.” That simple illustration has stayed with me over the years and has proven to be accurate. It goes without saying, it takes both people to make this work. God isn’t in the forcing business. He gave us free-will which can be a curse and blessing. God wants us to honor/worship him freely with our choices. I’m thankful for Christian parents, grandparents, and our upbringing. This guidance helped to shape the people we are today. Co-writing a book? Well, I don’t know that we’ll ever take on such a project but neither of us would say no if God places this on our hearts.

      Yes, I Sunday edition of Monday’s Music Moves Me is scheduled through April and my BoTB posts scheduled through March. I think I will postpone my battles in April if I get involved in the A to Z Challenge. That takes up a lot of my time. However, if I change my mind then I will certainly put a reminder in the previous post leading up the battle for my readers like you who enjoy playing along.

      I will do my best to stop by Sunday for your V-Day post. Tomorrow is DH off-Friday and the weather looks nice. Maybe, we can take a lovely drive to the mountains. 🙂 Have a terrific Thursday, my friend!

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