Saturday, September 13, 2008

IF : Island Escape


Okay, I could use an escape right about now. How about you? The planets are going crazy out there causing all sorts of opposition and tension. Good times! With plans of moving to Rhode Island and other things on my plate, I'm about burned out to the max and need a lot of R&R and self-care. We're still in limbo as to what we're going to do. I may just batten down the hatches for winter and ride this personal storm out. This island is looking like just the place I need to be right now.

For all of you affected by hurricane Ike, my thoughts are with you and your loved ones for a safe outcome.

Please remember to help those who need it most, and remember our four-legged victims as well.

~peace and love~


digital collage done for Illustration Friday's prompt : island

28 comments:

  1. This is a beautiful island! I hope that every everything works out the way you'd like it to. Sending Peace & Blessings your way!

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  2. Yes indeed it is a beautiful island! I know you will weather the storm :)

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  3. this is a peaceful contrast. Its a beautiful illustration. Thanks for your comments.

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  4. Love the peaceful scene. Best wishes from us in M'sia.

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  5. That IS certainly a peaceful-looking island and curious how it worked out with your plans.

    Hugs

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  6. Hope your personal plans come together soon. I know how hard it is to be in limbo as to where your life is going to end up next. The next chapter should be something you are looking forward to. :)

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  7. gorgeous.....thinking about you, do try to just sit back and view the whole picture and remember 'if you worry you die, if you don't worry you still die, so why worry?'
    i know easier said than done...a little 'pick-me-up' in the post for you with lotsa wfs.....

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  8. there's also an award for you on my blog sweetpea.

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  9. wow this is such an enchanting painting! its so beautiful and blue it will match my room's walls! 8D

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  10. oh.. i didnt know you were thinking of moving out of the area. :( i may have to move too; but just from the apartment - not to the other coast. My move seems overwhelming; I can't imagine how overwhelming a move to the other coast might be!

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  11. Gorgeous! Beautifully done. Good luck with your own island (Rhode or not?) quandary!

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  12. Last week I went to the dentist, and above my chair on the wall, he has this saying:[it always makes me less stressed, less anxious and I nearly always have to laugh, I hope it will help for you too]:

    "There are only two things to worry about, either you are healthy or you are sick. If you are healthy, then there is nothing to worry about. But if you are sick there are only two things to worry about, either you will get well or you will die. If you get well, then there is nothing to worry about. But if you die there are only two things to worry about, either you will go to heaven or to hell. If you go to heaven, then there is nothing to worry about. And if you go to hell, you'll be so darn busy shaking hands with your friends you won't have time to worry!"

    :D
    Hang in there, my dear!!

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  13. + I LOVE the way you illustrated this week's topic! Hauntingly magical!

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  14. I like this piece. Let's jump into it. I understand what you mean!! Are you going to go to Rhode Island? Is that the plan?

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  15. You bet I would love to be away someplace. I would even like an island like this, filled with color and life.

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  16. Gorgeous take on the theme and, of course, even in your stressed out state, you managed to come up with something to help soothe all of our souls. Ahhhh! Breeeaath... there I feel better now. Thanks!

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  17. A wonderful, moody, peaceful image. We wish you some peace as well; this time from Bristol.

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  18. Love the island and the flowers. Nice atmosphere, and Im right with you on needing some down time.
    Hang in there! =)

    J.

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  19. I hope everything works out for you. This is so beautiful and peaceful.

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  20. really nice piece, the colour and mood are great.

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  21. ohh, lollie...you'll breeze through it all beautifully...smooth sailing. the planets are definitely rumbling and shifting but shaking up the space is always goood. my best and warmest thoughts are heading out your way. :))

    and this is one gorgeous piece.

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  22. Beautiful!!! Love the contrasting moods between shores - from flowery vibrant colors to misty cool woodsy- both have their own kind of beauty.
    Hope you get deserved R&R- and the weight of decisions is lightened. Decisions- uggggg-- same here.
    Peace.

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  23. such a lovely, welcoming, peaceful island... the perfect place for a getaway!!

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  24. It's as if the beautiful flowers are showing you the way to the perfect retreat for your weary soul. This is such a lovely piece. I hope things resolve themselves for you soon. I think the toughest part, emotionally, is being in limbo.

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  25. I love that island! May I visit?

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  26. Aw, this is a great picture. Love it!

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