Whether you’re young or the young at heart let’s enjoy this day which is precisely what I’m going to do. Rain’s art theme is creases. The first thing to come to mind was to draw an elderly person which I sketched. One’s experiences through the life reveals itself on the face. Celebrities or those with money tend to want to remove these character lines and I admit part of me likes the idea but truthfully I don’t want to erase the evidence of time. I count myself blessed. Creases can be found in clothing in the way the material hangs or folds which came to mind while looking at an Art Frahm’s vintage pinup girl wearing a black sheer nighty. Today, I’m sharing two different Procreate designs.
I’m not sure how long Mary has hosted Throwback Thursday but I thought it would be fun to get in on the action. I realize my post content keeps growing and growing but hopefully you’re enjoying it. The idea of separate post entries is sort of nice keeping the categories in its own little container but then people outside the box aren’t exposed to everything I’m doing or what others are doing. Isn’t blogging about sharing?
For my first throwback tune, I’m going back to 1967, the year I started first grade. In September this song ranked #1 on Billboard Hot 100 riding the charts for 8 weeks. Now for a lesson in music history on my song pick. Wayne Carson wrote the song from the opening line suggested by his father, “Give me a ticket for an aeroplane.” He included the song on a demo he gave to American Sound Studio owner, Chips Moman in Memphis, Tennessee. The song was offered to a local band, the DeVilles, upon Moman’s recommendation when Dan Penn, a studio associate expressed an interest in recording more music. The DeVilles later renamed to The Box Tops releasing their first biggest and best charting hit with Mala records, The Letter!
Interestingly enough, I learned the British band, The Mindbenders covered the song the same month as The Box Tops putting them in direct competition. The Mindbenders fizzled out stalling at #42 in their home country and The Box Tops reached #5 in the UK. Other artists to cover the song include Joe Cocker (1970 #7 Billboard Hot 100), The Arbors Michigan-based vocal group (1969 #20 Billboard Hot 100), Sammi Smith country singer (1979 #27 Billboard Hot Country Singles), and finally UK artist Amii Stewart (1980 #39 UK Singles’ Chart). Even the covers are oldies.
This week’s Thankful Thursday I’m thankful for the Internet. It’s such an invaluable resource tool. I love looking for recipes when I can’t find one I’ve misplaced or lost or maybe it was stored in my head and I just forgot. It came in handy the other day when I looking for a spicy chicken casserole recipe. Incidentally I shared it in yesterday’s post along with another homemade chicken salad recipe if you’re interested. I’m thankful that I can pursue my creativity in the kitchen. In fact, the pandemic spurred me to delve more into the culinary arts and that’s been a wonderful blessing. I’m equally thankful that DH and I truly enjoy spending time with one another. To love your spouse is one thing but to like is another. It’s sad to hear how some couple prefer to spend time with the boys or the guys instead of their spouses. God gave me a two for one deal — a good husband and best friend. 🙂 Lastly, I’m thankful that I got two great weeks of enjoying the beautiful Valentine Day roses DH got me. I can’t remember if I shared a picture of them with you or not, so here they are!
I’m winding things up today with Kat’s Writing Workshop. Today, I’m going to share with you, 5 traits I love about my best friend that I wish I had more of in me.
I know there are those who can’t say this but my husband is my best friend. We dated for almost three years before getting married at a young age. How young? I was 17½ and he was two months short of his 20th birthday. Over the past four decades of knowing this fella, we continue to evolve into a new and improved people. A little bit of me rubs off on him and a little bit of him rubs off on me. So, which 5 traits do I love and wish I had more of from DH? In no particular order this is what comes to mind. Number one: His observation skills – he not only knows what’s going on around him at all times but can predict what other people are fixing to do, on the roadway, in a store, walking on the street, … Although, I’m aware of most thing going on, I tend to be a bit more lax mainly because I’m depending on him to be my ever watchful eye. I don’t know if I’m being lazy or just prefer his protection or maybe it’s a little of both. Number two: He’s analytical. When this boy has a special project, he methodically thinks and plots the best way to do whatever task faces him. I usually just fly straight into with a half-baked idea hoping it goes has planned. Sometimes it does but most of the time not. Number three: Cutting others slack. He prefers to give people the benefit of the doubt when things go wrong. Perhaps it’s an oversight or the person is having trouble at home or with their health or any number of things. I’m generally jumpier ready to take someone’s head off until he calms me down and then I feel ashamed for not being more generous. Number four: A collector of information. Long before the Internet, DH gathered bits and pieces of indiscriminate facts. He told me as a boy he’d get a random Encyclopedia at bedtime to read before going to sleep. The best part is what he picks up, he’s retains for years. I enjoy researching interesting topics and I’d love if a broader range appealed to me like DH but it doesn’t. Another thing is what I do learn I wish stayed in my head. I think I have a leak somewhere. 5) Play music by ear. I learned to play the flute in school, but I am not a natural. DH, on the other hand, taught himself to play the drums by ear. A quality of a good musician is the ability to feel the music. He feels it and knows precisely what to hit when to replicate the precise sound. All of this requires excellent timing and rhythm. What’s kind of cool is despite no music lessons, the high school band teacher asked him to play occasionally. Oh yeah, he was also in band with his friends. He still has his drum set. Right now it’s in storage. I hope someday we can get it put it on display. Who knows maybe he’s still has the right stuff.
Is your spouse or significant other your best friend? What traits do you like the best him/her?
I’m heading over to Rain’s Garden to browse through the gallery of artistry. You’re welcome to follow along. Have a doodletastic day Come join the fun! X💋X💋, Cathy
Eugenia’s passion is poetry and her weekly gig is perfect for creative writers. Each Thursday she offers a word to spark the imagination and if you’re inspired to write a ditty then be sure to let her know by leaving a comment on her site with a direct link to your post. Now, go visit my girl! 😉
