This is my desk this morning.
I stood on my chair to get a shot of it
and now I see that even if I've taken more of an effort
(after someone mentioned my dirty water),
it is STILL dirty!
No wonder some of my paints get molds!!! Ugh!
I have been painting like mad because
I am hoping to join an Art Fair.
It's a long shot as there are famous painters
applying to join too!
Nevertheless, nothing ventured,
nothing gained, as they say!
This unfinished painting is entitled,
"God's Blessings are ALL around us!"
and indeed they are!
I was reading today about how Jesus was
sort of scorned by his town mates.
"Is he not the carpenter?" they asked
and took offense at Him for
daring to teach at the synagogue.
(Mark 6:1-6)
After I read this, I prayed that I would
not presume to know everything about Jesus-
that I would be open to His surprises!
"There's a paradox here.
Jesus is all we need,
but we will always need more of Him.
We need to know more of His ways
and more of His thoughts.
We need to experience even more
of His love as our relationship grows.
So you may as well get used to it.
He is going to keep AMAZING you
throughout your whole life.
"And really what could be better
than to be caught by surprise
by the One who loves you beyond all telling?"
from the Word Among Us
Every week I choose one wonderful visitor
who leaves a comment
to receive an ATC from me.
I know it takes so much time and effort
to leave a comment
and I appreciate it soooo much!
This week,
Random.org chose,
Random.org chose,
#29, Sandy Leigh,
who is a Downton Abbey fan,
like me!!!!
Joining the lovely Julia Dunnit for a
peek at desks and projects!
I love blog parties!
Won't you join us?
Sometimes I put on my best pajamas
and party here:
Joan at Reflections of His Grace
Blessings!
Patsy
Good for you, Patsy, for trying out for the art fair...and I really love that quote about God surprising us...I'm not a trained artist but I do think your paintings are lovely and whimsical :)
ReplyDeleteOMG love to get one of your mini ATC-paintings, they are amazing!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing ;)
Happy Wednesday!
Hugs Marleen #12
Good luck!! They'd be crazy not to want your beautiful paintings!!!! You are so talented and richly bless us every week. Hugs!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy Crafting!
Jeannie #4
well what ever the colour of the water the outcome is nice and I love your pages
ReplyDeleteBridget #2
Awesome paintings this week. Good luck with the art fair and I bet you will sell a lot! Dirty water is always a problem when it gets mistaken for coffee or tea...I do that occasionally but outside of it being nasty I haven't died from it! Have a great week. Vickie #33
ReplyDeleteYou might have dirty water but your paintings and sentiments are from heaven.
ReplyDeleteSandra @81
Good luck with the art fair your pages are beautiful and really inspiring
ReplyDeleteHappy WOYWW #192
Ria #75
Hoping you are successful with the Art Fair, your artwork is gorgeous, and deserves a place. Have a great week, Hugs,xx Shaz #75
ReplyDeleteGood luck for the Art Fair!
ReplyDeleteHappy WOYWW!
Barbara #97
Don't miss my collage GIVEAWAY.
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Well, I think your paintings are gorgeous. They deserve to be in the art show! Good luck :)
ReplyDeleteHugs, LLJ 44 xx
Good luck with the Art Fair - I am sure your paintings are well worth an exhibition. x Jo
ReplyDeletePatsy your beautiful works should definitely be in an art fair if not their own gallery showing!! I didn't know paints could grow mold! But I love overhead shots of desks. Happy WOYWW! Sandy Leigh #104
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your art fair although you don't need luck ypour work is beautiful.Lis
ReplyDeleteGood luck on the art fair. I have never done one, but would absolutely love to. I will have two paintings Easter weekend in a Good Friday art show. Baby steps.
ReplyDeleteLove everything you are doing.
Hope you get a chance to check out my blog and desk.
Have a great day.
Lori #110
Good luck for getting a place at the art fair your work is inspirational
ReplyDeleteJackie 11
Hey Patsy, hope your art fair works out for you. Love your little woven basket :-)
ReplyDeleteHappy WOYWW
Debs #155
Your paintings are wonderful and inspiring! Good luck with the art fair-I'm hoping to get in an art show this summer, I know how you feel!
ReplyDeleteAlways SO incredibly blessed by your art and beautiful blog posts,Patsy. You encourage my heart time and time again and I praise God for you and thank Him for sending you into my life.
ReplyDeleteThanks for all you do to lift up His holy name and bless me through what you share.
Blessings in His name,
Karen
Your paintings are beautiful - I really hope you get accepted to the art fair - people need to see them. Have a fab week xx #125
ReplyDeleteYou'll do well at the art fair. Love your talent and the anointing of joy I feel looking at your paintings!
ReplyDeleteI'm a Downton Abby fan too :). These are beautiful, Patsy, and I am praying that you make it into the Art Fair. I know your work will bless so many.
ReplyDeleteYour paintings are lovely. I hope that you get invited to the Art Fair. April #133
ReplyDeleteI echo the others: I hope God opens the door wide for the art fair. My son and I make ATCs, sometimes. It's a good, bonding time.
ReplyDeleteHey, I have that same glass of dirty water that is always sitting on my desk as well! Lol
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