Friday, December 21, 2007

IF : The Horizon


This is the time of year when many people complain about what they don't have. They make huges lists of material 'must haves" for Santa to bring or for their parents to buy because they think life will be better with them.

For others, this is a time of year when we remember the less fortunate. Those without food, shelter or warmth. Those who are battling life-threatening illnesses. Those who don't have any family members left and feel totally alone. Big TVs, Ipods, computers, diamonds or fancy cars wouldn't fill their needs or their hearts.

What all of us need to keep in mind in any of these situations is that people care. I still believe that good outweighs bad. So let's remember the less fortunate in this season of giving. Let's show them that hope is always on the horizon.


Wishing you all who celebrate, A Very Merry Christmas. Sharing with you week after week is one of my greatest gifts of all!

( And for those of you who know my secret signature, the 3 cypress trees are always in my heart. They represent the 3 cats we drove from Rhode Island to California with 14 years ago. I miss them dearly and feel blessed to have had them in my life for so many years. Merry Christmas, boys.)
Done for the Illustration Friday prompt, "Horizon." acrylic, Prismacolor pencils on bristol. ( click to see hope on the horizon!)

30 comments:

  1. A beautiful message for 'horizon', one we need to promote. This is so lovely and sentimental.

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  2. Wonderful blues and great composition! It's also what I support: Stop shopping and start living in love and peace.

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  3. a very Merry Christmas to you! and a blessed 2008!

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  4. IF EVERY BODY IN THIS WORLD COULD GET JUST A LITTLE BIT FROM YOUR ART AND THE MESSAGES THAT GO WITH THEM ESPECIALLY THIS ONE,WE WOULD HAVE PEACE ON EARTH,I LOVE YOU AND AM PROUD OF YOU.MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU,BRIAN AND THE CRITTERS.

    YOUR LITTLE BROTHER

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  5. Very nice Laurel. You have such a gracious heart. Merry Christmas.

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  6. you hit the nail on the head! bless you and yours.

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  7. wonderful illustration and perfect message....merry christmas to you too...

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  8. Beautiful words and art. You have such a big heart! Happy Holidays, Girl!

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  9. You are breaking my heart. Christmas can be so depressing. I wish you all the best and a happy New Year, too! Lovely mood piece, Lolo.

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  10. So true Laurel, and so well illustrated. And even better, if folks tried to keep this hope going throughout the entire year. Have an excellent Christmas and new year!

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  11. Great painting and concept! Thank you for reminding us of the less fortunate ones!

    Merry X'mas to you too, Laurel, with lots of love!

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  12. Very beautiful - the image and the thought!

    ~ Diane Clancy
    www.dianeclancy.com/blog

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  13. so beautiful, peace and best wishes!

    a : )

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  14. Indeed! Both, your message and your illo are gorgeous, Laurel.

    Happy holidays!

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  15. Your cypress kitties are watching over you, they are your angel kittens. Our blessings are many, human and animal alike. Thank you for your Xmas card, I love that polar-bear!

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  16. This is so nice! May your dreams come true. Happy Holidays!

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  17. Your messages make us stop and think how wonderful it is this time of year. Have an amazing Christmas and think of the little kitties watching over you!

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  18. we were in those shoes a few years back and never forget the kindness shown us by strangers. a life changing experience.

    http://ascenderrisesabove.com/wordpress

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  19. Thank you, Laurel for your uplifting reminder of what is really important. I am making a conscious effort to be grateful for all those in my life and what they bring to the world, even when I get frustrated with them - I try to stay open. And then not to forget those less fortunate, those who suffer. I am grateful for sharing all we do, you're such an inspiration. Peace and love for the holiday and the New Year! ~Michelle

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  20. Thanks for this -and all your other beautiful posts Laurel, thanks for caring.
    Happy healthy peaceful holidays and new year

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  21. As always, a thoughtful, lovely message and illustration. Thanks for bringing out the best!

    Sincerely,
    ellen

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  22. Beautiful message and great illo, Laurel.

    Happy Holidays and the best wishes for 2008

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  23. Beautiful image! Have a great new year. I hope your Christmas was grand.

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  24. I subscribe your words of wisdom...very effective illo!
    peace&love and tnx for your comment

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  25. What a wonderful message and illustration. Merry Christmas :-)

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  26. You have a beautiful heart and your art obviously comes from it. Great illustration for the season.

    Wishing you more beauty and magic for 2008. Happy New Year!

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  27. Great illustration and a nice message.
    Love the colour scheme in this.

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  28. Laurel...you must post a picture of your old car where you painted the three cats on the hood. I'm sure your colleagues would love it! Pammy...xoxo

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  29. Holy shit that hit me like a ton of bricks.

    Thank you.

    I love you and think that you are one of the people I was supposed to meet while I am here.

    I love you Laurel.

    Love Renee xoxoxo

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