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Friday, May 14, 2021

Like a Hug

 

5/11/21 Mt. Rainier from Maple Leaf Park

The last time I sketched Mt. Rainier from life, I had been feeling bitter, angry and sorry for myself about the pandemic, and I needed Her Majesty to give me a well-deserved kick in the head, which she did. This time, it wasn’t a kick. It was more like a hug, and I felt my heart swell with joy and gratitude for all that my life and this world offer me every day. Every minute. Whether I deserve it or not.

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  1. I did go back and read your post and check the sketch from last year. That was still pretty early in the pandemic and I think anger was the stage most of us were going through at the time. I'm glad Mt. Rainier gave you a hug this time. Lovely sketch! It is easier to appreciate what is in front of us now.

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    1. Thanks for your comments, Joan. We've all been through a tough year!

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  2. It feels like we can have hope again! Wish I lived closer so I could take a class from you using watercolor pencils!

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    1. It feels wonderful to be hopeful and optimistic again, doesn't it? I look forward to the time when I'll feel comfortable teaching again!

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