Hello Twitters, Me again after several weeks. My computer had many viruses but no swine flu.
My art had finished till 8Th September, but out art teacher is taking us outdoors in August. My favourite place is Kenilworth Castle, Yardley old Church and painting inside churches. A rare opportunity for us.
Busy getting a new garden fence done,I painted the fence in Goose Green Dropping my neighbour wasn't amused, but he liked it as it blends in with the garden.
I am still having a problem with my tooth, my appointment was cancelled on Monday, re booked for to-morrow fingers crossed. My Dentist hurt his back.
O' dear I can hear a drip on my front window, heavy rain has made it's way through. Must get my tiles checked asap. Another little job.
Going swimming this morning then heard a grinding noise coming from the rear of the car I had to turn back and come home.
I also had it taxed to day at Post Office My Insurance wasn't the right page? so I had to return home and get it sorted, another trip.
So you can see why I can't Twitter too much these days. I am a busy Bee. Bye Bye.

naughty computer

The computer swallowed Karen.
Yes,honestly it's true!
She pressed, Control and enter'
And disappeared from veiw.

It devoured her completely
The thought makes me squirm,
She must have caught a virus
Or been eaten by a worm:

I've searched through the recycle bin
and files of every kind.
I've used the Internet,
But nothing did I find.

In desperation I asked 'Jeeves'
My searches to refine.
The reply from was negative,
Not a thing was found 'on line'

So, if inside your 'Inbox'
My daughter you should see,
Please 'Copy,scan and paste her
and send her back to me.

Catching up

Hi everyone, I returned from holiday and had to rush to get 4 painings ready to enter the Art Exhibition. We are a growing group of amateur Artists. The display looked wonderful when we displayed the paintings. My best friend has sold 2 paintings so far she is delighted. I told her she is an Artist because she has sold her paintings.
While on holiday in the South Downs I had to buy some groceries so I checked my bill before leaving the store, to my surprise I had been charged for swimming trunks. I did get a refund, so check your receips to see what extra's you have been charged for?
I went to a car Boot on sunday to find it had shrunk in size. I also passed a large car boot about 3 miles and it had grown in size. So on the way home I had to call on the other boot. They were signs SELL FOR FREE- they were no charge for the pitch, only 50p car parking fee. People Power and credit crunch the sign of the times. So everyone was happy better than £10 a pitch.
BYE for now.

Holiday in the South Downs

I have spent 17 days in the heart of the South Downs,the peace and tranquillity was the best you could wish for. The site was surrounded by trees it was so vast I kept getting lost. So I had to buy a map. Went to visit Chichester and do a bit of exploring the area. At the Catherdal there was a Perigan Falcon and some chicks on the Tower it caused a lot of excitement.
Another great day out was at Arundel Ancient Castle and grounds lovely setting and great veiws from the Castle. Great day out.
Visited Midhurst and Petersfield, lots of wonderful buildings. I had a paddle in the sea at East Wittering and Selsley I had a great time.
So many events I spent a great day at Petworth House and Gardens 2,000 acres and a large Lake.The highlight of my day when I spotted my first little mole it was beautiful.
Another great day was Windchester, got the park and ride bus excellent way,no parking worries and time saving.
Bogner Regis very disappointed it needs a lot of up dating, very tired the credit crunch had arrived.
Best day out was at Portsmouth saw HMS.Victory,HMS.Warrier,Mary Rose and a tour around the Harbour.Good value for money.
Sadley my holiday was coming to an end made my way to Home Sweet Home.

Where will my next Holiday be?

Clever Grand Children

Grandmother heard one of her 3 grandchildren say the "B" word. She asked which one of you swore? The Pretty 11yr old stepped forward smiling it was me.
Nanny- That's not a very nice word and I don't want to hear that again from you.
Grandaughter - But Grandad said, there's plenty of other words in the vocabulary you can use.
And I found it in the Dictionary.

I thought it was brillant for a 11yr old, who looks like an angel.

shopping experience

Went to the polling station about 11am. Not very busy at all. I didn't vote BNP. Then I went shopping came home put away my shopping. Then I checked my bill to my horror I was charged for 44 yogurts instead of 4. So I had to go back , see the Store Manager and get a refund of £10.80 who was very efficent. So I will always check my bill in future before I leave the Store.
I spent the rest of the day in the garden which I enjoy.

Drunken Prunes

What am I doing looking up this recipe. Serves (16) Prep time 10 mins, Total time 169 hours.

So you invite 16 people your best friends the ones that you love best. You get a bag of stoned prunes divide them into two jars , fill them half way up the jar. Then you add your best brandy, seal and put in the fridge for a week for the fruit to swell.

Arrange a party. Make sure your guests leave asap after eating them. Because you could have 16 queing for your loo at the same time.

This recipe meets these guidelines

Low calorie, Sat Fat free, Cholesterol free, Sodium Free, Heart Healthy. Healthy weight. Enjoy.

a visit to the dentist

I went to the dreades Dentist to day. It worked out fine. He saved my two teeth for now. I had a filling and varnish put on the other, hopefully they will settle down soon. So I can enjoy my next holiday. Al least I can smile again. I feel a lot happier now,and he did a quick polish. Must get on my lipstick again Ha Ha ! will blog more often soon bye.
off to practice my art work. More pansies.

A large Cockeral done in acrylic's.

This was my first attempt with acrylic's, the colours are vibrant. and I love it this picture.I am going to hang it on my kitchen wall.

Mothers Day

I had a wonderful Mother's Day. I received lots of exotic fruits, flowers, make up and a lovely card. I am going to do more posts, so watch this space.

To all Mothers I hope you are all having a wonderful day.






Mother and baby Giraffe was done in pastels.



A female donkey done in Pastels and framed.


Hope you have enjoyed my Mother's day Art work.

Welcome to my blog

Hello,

My name is Margaret. My daughter, Karen, has persuaded me to start a blog. Everybody is doing it apparently!

I will be writing mostly about my artwork, though I have lots of other interests too. I find my artwork a challenge as I am a beginner.

I began painting and drawing in November 07 when I joined a part time art class which was held once a week.

Here is one of my first efforts. I hope you enjoy it! Have a look at his paws. Have you ever seen anything like this before. Not all cats look like this. So don't be scared.

Please leave a comment, and I will show you my next picture!

I am also signed up to Twitter now. So you can follow me there @createdineire