~Catching up~
After a break in routine, I find myself back-at-it, in full 'catch-up' mode.
It feels wonderful to be sitting at my drawing table sketching again.
When I sit and illustrate, I can get lost for hours. That is until one of the pups gently nudges me back to reality for a quick walk or an over-due meal.
I love life's routines. I work better and more efficiently when I follow my daily schedule.
How about you? Do you like routine or are you more apt to go free style?
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Just yesterday, I was reminded of the beauty of life's "non-negotiables" which are things like brushing your teeth, having dinner as a family, smiling and saying "yes you can", walking the dog and illustrating to lose oneself in that joy. I am so understanding of the routine of life to appreciate the little things.
ReplyDeleteGood luck settling in to your routine. You deserve some nice non-negotiables...like a glass of wine with dinner or a fresh cup of coffee.
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Routine is good for me with a little impromptu thrown in from time to time, xv.
ReplyDeleteI'm in the middle. I like my routines, however, sometimes I like to shake it up, and do things out of order or differently. It feels like writing left-handed when you are right-handed. I think it's good for the brain.
ReplyDeletePvE~ I too enjoyed being reminded of the 'non-negotiables'. Like calling a friend... It's funny how life gets in the way of things-thankfully though, we can make time to do all of the things that really matter- today!
ReplyDeleteVicki~ I agree- nothing like running amok every now and then.
Purple Flowers~ I love the way to put this. I'll try drawing left-handed today-tee-hee!!!
routine is kind of a necessity, but it does get a bit boring from time to time, so i agree - nothing like running amok...
ReplyDeleteIt took me a long time to learn, but I do get a lot more done when I have a routine, but then like to toss a little off the routine into the mix. It must be the fickle side of me. Enjoy my friend!! xoxox
ReplyDeletePS Deb- I think you mentioned once lifescapes are a personal art piece so it is hard to reveal the whole piece, but is there one that isn't too personal? LOL...
I just love looking at your art and craving for more!
When I worked I was a total routine girl, now I'm a whatever happens, happens kinda girl.
ReplyDeleteI love routine! I feel so out of sorts when our routine gets messed with. I know I should be more flexible but sometimes that is just too hard ;)
ReplyDeleteLuckily LD and Oliver love themselves a routine too!
Just waking up but nice to have Debra back on the blogroll to enjoy with my routine morning cup of coffee!
ReplyDeleteI don't mind veering off from the routine especially the older I get, I feel like I don't need to follow along on the same old path each day.
PS I have a request.... some day when you feel up to it, how about a post on your pups? Toby, Ginger and Jeter would like to meet them!! xoxo
I like a mix of the two and do best with a balance. So happy you are back, Debra! XO
ReplyDeleteI'm definitely a routine gal! My day just seems to run smoother when all my 'ducks are in a row'! But the weekends - are just free style, anything goes!
ReplyDeleteYou have such amazing talent. Maybe I need to get into a ROUTINE of stretching my creative juices. Can't wait to see more of your delightful creations!
ReplyDeleteI love this illustration... because I spent one college summer working as a tennis camp counselor at Camp Walden - Denmark, Maine, near Bridgeton!! I loved it there. We would escape on nights off to North Conway to spend our paychecks! I came home with no money, but great new clothes and a tan to start the school year!! Sweet sweet Sebago memories. I love love Maine - loons, lighthouses - the people, their unique accent. I must plan a trip.
ReplyDeleteSo, thank you for the smile your illustration brought to my face today. I needed that. A jaunt down memory lane is always nice. You have such a talent!!