Good-morning, kittens & dawgs! Between hurricane Irma and remembering 9/11 on the dance floor Where Were You When The World Stopped Turning? left me in a somber mood yesterday.
We have a number of good friends and family who live in Florida who are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. Irma took a different path than originally expected. Naples got hit hard and we have dear friends who have a home there. They’re safe. That much I do know but we don’t know about their home yet and I guess it’ll days before we do.
The 16th anniversary of 9/11 always leaves me in a thoughtful state. I never want to forget there are people who hate America, not only outside our country but within making our way of life vulnerable. We must protect our rights and to stand against the evil!
By the name of my blog title you probably think I have a beef with someone but I don’t. Take That is the name of today’s featured artist which I hope you’ll lend your ear for a listen. Blog bud, Lee, shared this group with me in his Sept. 1st BoTB post (The Flood) and I thought I’d introduce them to you with their Everything Changes playlist.
I couldn’t believe this British pop band has been around since the late 80s but that explain a lot since I was a new mother. Anywho, their first ever top 40 hit came out in 1995 (Promises #5) and I admit while listening to this playlist some of the songs sounded familiar. I guess somewhere in my sleep deprived mind in their early years I probably heard some of their tunes. 
Today, I want to talk more about what I did during my blogging break this summer. I did more than just tweak things on my blog. I actually did some sketching. If you’re new here then it may interest you that I used Art Sketching for my A to Z theme this past April and if you’re curious you can check out my Reflections post.
For Father’s Day, I drew DH a lighthouse scene. I liked the way it turned out and used the same idea for my daddy’s birthday in July but for my daddy’s Father’s Day card I drew a little girl with her daddy.
I’ve doodled some other sketches but I find I keep going back to them from time to time to touch them up. I tried beginning artwork for my children’s book but I didn’t get far. I think I pushed myself too soon, instead of just relaxing and having fun with it. One thing I discovered during the April challenge is I had the best success in creative energy when I removed pressure to do it. This is a hobby for my amusement and I’m content to draw as the my mood dictates.
This is what the hop hostess says… I got this idea from Glamour magazine. You can link up any day of the week. All you have to do is make a list of what you’re okay about. Simple! Please do not link up a post that has nothing to do with “Hey, It’s Okay”. It’s rude.
Here’s my list of things I’m okay with….
That 9/11 moves me to tears every time I hear mewsic paying tribute to that fateful day.
To remember the horrors of that day because by not forgetting we can safeguard against the past repeating itself.
To take a nap during the day. This doesn’t happen often but when I’m tuckered out then I know a 20-40 minute nap is just the trick needed to fix me up.
To draw as the mood hits or while waiting for DH’s at an appointment which is an excellent use of time.
To experiment with post content and meme participation. Going through my post archives this summer I realized I’m missing something and want to get it back.
That’s a wrap for this morning. I’m hopping over to Stacy’s for Random Tuesday Thoughts . I don’t think Les from Ink Interrupted has resumed her Tuesday Coffee Chat sessions again. You’re welcome to join me if you want. I hope you’ll hop & link up tomorrow for not-so Wordless Wednesday.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
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Your drawings have a “real” quality to them, they are coming from your heart.
Mimi,
You’re definitely right, my sketches do come from the heart. Call that a good thing or bad, my work does reflect this basic truth.
My hope is always that my drawings are well received. Thanks for your kindness!
Beautiful sketches, I am glad you had some time to work on something you love to do.
Ellen,
Thanks! Doodling gives me a lot of peace, sketching at my leisure with no worries or distractions the way I’m doing. Your sweet words are too kind!
This was a good song even though I never heard about the, until Arlene showcased them for his BOTB. I’m so happy you are getting into your drawing and they have turned out really well. It takes practise to get shadows and other pieces done the way you want it. Keep enjoying it and never think about it as work. I bet he will love his card and appreciate it. I love the one with the father and child walking away…it’s so sweet and lovely.
Birgit,
That’s the way I want to look at sketching as something fun and never work because then my interest will fade. The card I made for my daddy meant a lot to me. I remember Daddy taking me to the store and buying penny candy for me. I alway had a small paper bag with a hand full of candy. It seemed like a whole to me at the time and I’m sure it was more than enough for a tiny girl. My best friend’s mother always said affectionately, “Here comes Cathy with her poke of candy”, which always makes me smile when I think about it today.
Take That has a massive playlist. I’ve heard of them but there music was never in my radar of interests. Listening more I’m liking this group.
Arlee Bird
Tossing It Out
Lee,
Take That sounds like many other boy bands. I generally don’t like watching their videos because I think they look stupid dancing and trying to be sexy. I think sexy should be left to the women. lol Just saying is all. Anyhow, some songs are definitely better than others. I can’t say that I’m head over hills in love with them but their talents really shine through with the right song. I appreciated your introduction of this group.