Sunday, May 20, 2012

The earth is still laughing...

For some reason, I've been really loving this quote lately. Perhaps it's because we've had such a beautiful spring this year. Although we have had quite a bit of rain-- from humid drizzly days to big bang thunderstorms and even to powerful hailstorms--  it's been well worth it as we are now surrounded by beautiful, lush gardens filled with bright, colorful flowers.

As part of my relaxing day yesterday, we had a very laid-back date night last night. We went out to one of our favorite restaurants and sat outside, basking in what was left of the beautiful day as the sun began to sink. It helps that this restaurant has the best sangria in five states at least.

From there we stopped off at the garden center and bought some pretty pots of hanging daisies. I just love daisies. They really are the friendliest flowers.  We also got several containers of gorgeous lilies in deep, dark colors.

The highlight of the night for my sweetie was when we stopped to get some of his birthday gifts. We are now the proud owners of yet another new television and Blu-ray DVD player that streams Netflix, Pandora, connects to your Internet and Smartphone and, I'm hoping, will pop some popcorn and brew me a cup of tea before it's finished. Of course, I have to laugh about our getting all these electronics just after we were talking about how beautiful it is OUTSIDE. But I guess we're ready for that next rainy day. And he only turns 40 once. In the meantime, I'm still breathing in the gloriousness of the gardens before the brutal summer heat melts them away.



Linking to Sunday Sketches for some great inspiration!

15 comments:

  1. Beautiful work...love the quote too! It was one of my Mom's faves and brought back a happy memory! Thank you!

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  2. A lovely pic to accompany one of my favourite sayings too..so glad you've had a spring worth writing about...all my beautiful flowers are late or drooping from being bashed by rain. Hoping for a better June. and Sangria from a beachfront restaurant in Spain...we're all alike really !

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  3. such a lovely quote, your art supports it beautifully!

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  4. Delightful quote ~ I am smiling ~ lovely art work to enhance it ~ thanks, namaste, ^_^

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  5. Oh Molly, I do so love looking at your beautiful drawings and lettering and such a lovely quote you've used this time! Chris

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  6. This is so pretty, with the white picket fence and flowers. Completely charming! Sounds like you had a nice day. I love daisies, too. They are one of my favorites because they are so cheerful.

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  7. Another lovely page. Sounds like you did have that peaceful day. Daisies are one of my all time favorite flowers. I guess I am going to have to become a follower. you got me at Daisies. :))

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  8. Brutal summer heat is not really something we get much of here in the UK. Gentle is probably a better descriptor!

    Enjoy your pretty garden laughing with your flowers :)

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  9. Molly this is my favourite journal page ever!!!!! love it... and what is it about men and electronics... man they love their gadgets don't they... and he fully took advantage of your sangria haze to get it probably... that is what Sinus would do anyway... have a cracking week...xx

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  10. love your upbeat post and sketch Molly!

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  11. Here the Earth is crying a lot. Rain, rain and rain.... This Spring doesn't want to shouw up.... Love your page!!

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  12. The quote and your page are so beautiful. I absolutely love the way you create your page!!
    Have a great day!

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  13. your sweet drawing made me smile today!

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  14. Very neat artwork! Love the style!!!

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