Thoughts On Thursday...

Hmmm... let me think.

Once again, nothing profound or provocative.  I don't remember the last time I used my brain to have and intelligent conversation with anyone, or go into deep thought on my own about anything important.  Sure, I do often rattle on with my opinions; some heartfelt, many silly.  But, you have to keep in mind, I don't have many opportunities to socialize or be in the company of anyone other than the people living under the same roof as I.  So, there you have it... my age 51 reality.

Anyway, after being stuck in bed ill most of today, and when I finally felt well enough to leave the bedroom, I thought I'd open up Windows Paint program to see what I could come up with before my hand and arm gave out.  This was the best I could do...

February Project

BlogHer's NaBloPoMo for February MAKE theme has me trying my hand at digital illustrating... believe me, it is not easy.

Stay with me, here's today's effort...

Made some memories today. Gathered with family at a nearby restaurant to celebrate a niece's birthday. Everybody had a great time... lots of laughter, good food, and great company.

As for me, belated birthday gifts keep coming my way. My son bought me Kid President's Guide To Being AWESOME, and when we got home from dinner, my daughter was baking my favorite cake... German chocolate, yum! This totally made my day. My bouquet of yellow daisies looks fresh as they were the day my nieces brought them over and they bring a smile to my face every time I walk into the kitchen.

February is off to a really nice start.

Me, rocking good hair.

Kid President's AWESOME book.

Bright, cheery daisies.

Another recent project that I decided to try my hand at was floral arranging. I've posted January's carmel color creation DIY vlog below.  Please, watch, comment, like, and subscribe to my YouTube channel for more kooky me. - This Is Fifty With Lil.

Sources:

1. Kid President's Guide To Being AWESOME available at a bookstore or retail store book section near you.
2. BlogHer NaBloPoMo for February theme: MAKE

Hello, February

February MAKE theme has prompted me to give digital illustration a whirl.

I'm off to a bit of a rough start as I do not have prior experience with this art form.

I'm using Microsoft Windows 7 Paint program; without any tutorials.

Stay with me... let's see where this goes.

 

I'll be making an effort to improve my outlook this month by doing things that take me out of my comfort zone.  It's a rare occurrence these days that I have painted fingernails, so I dug out a bottle of Sally Hansen nail polish and painted away. 

So, This Is Fifty Huh?

Man, it was a tough weekend.

~Goodnight