Return To The Park
After a long hiatus I have come back to visit the park. Immediately, I am reminded of its allure and hear an inner voice scolding me for my lengthy absence. Life’s responsibilities can get in the way and what brings much delight can soon become a fading memory.
A gentle breeze rustles amongst the foliage; allowing it freedom of movement as it gently rocks back and forth. Wild roses provide delight to the eye as they cheerfully dance about within summer greens. Their laughter fills the space around them with joy and the promise of languid summer days ahead.
We must remember to take nature’s lead and move at a slower pace, remembering to quiet the mind so that self renewal becomes evident.
Debbie Lamey-MacDonald
Powell’s Point Park, Nova Scotia
After a long winter, I still remember the feeling I experienced when I returned to the park for the first time last summer. My heart sung as I witnessed its beauty and one of my favorite sights, wild rose bushes! They always make me smile as they cheerfully bobble about in summer’s breeze. I especially loved the lighting that morning as the sun was making its appearance above the treeline.
In the midst of winter, I am once again yearning to paint in the park in summer’s warmth. I am earnestly awaiting the day when artist and park can merge in spirit once again. Wishing you many sunny and cheerful days ahead no matter what the season!
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I hear the rustle, I smell the sun…I envy you your place of peace and productivity! Thank you, Debbie
A delightful description to go with a happy painting. Makes me long for spring. Well done!
Thanks for the reminder, as the snow drifts down outside my window…. spring really is going to come, isn’t it?
Your work is beautiful. Thanks for sharing it.
Lovely painting and a beautifully written post. Someday I hope to visit your neck of the woods.
Now that I am taking an oil painting class, and after reading your blogs, I am inspired to try plein air this summer. I know a community garden I want to check out, and am looking forward to packing up the paints and heading out to this beautiful spot to see what I can put on canvas. Thanks for the inspiration. As always, your painting, prose and reflections are beautiful. Thanks for the ray of sunshine today.
Thanks so much for your visit and nice comments Kathleen, Gina,Katherine and Patrice! Really appreciated
Patrice you will definitely have to visit Nova Scotia. I know you would find lots of subject matter to paint. I think you would really enjoy the rural areas.
Oh Happy Dance Cheryl!! So happy to hear you are going to try plein air! We can share plein air stories this summer. Warning! Once you get the plein air fever, it is very addictive! LOL Warm Thanks for your visit and wonderful comments! Always love your visits!