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Today’s word of the day at Dictionary.com is beneficence – the practice of doing good, or an act of charity. So, I figured having learnt a new word, I’d try putting that word into action. So, to show some beneficence. Hmm. I looked around the toyroom. Toys were playing, toys were snoozing, toys were chatting. Who could benefit from my beneficence?
Then I saw Primula, the most giving and caring of all the toys. Giving and caring and sharing are what she’s all about – so perhaps it was her turn to be on the receiving end. I raced over to a group of stuffies (stuffed animals for those of you not in the know) and whispered my suggestion. Then we crept across the toyroom to where Primula was busy tidying a shelf.
‘Ahem, Primula,’ I said. ‘We have something for you.’
“For me?” Primula was surprised.
‘Yes. You are always so busy helping us that we want to do something for you.’ I turned to the other toys. ‘Now one, two three.’
And what do you think we did? We launched into a song. One of Primula’s favourites – Don’t Worry, Be Happy.
Soon, Primula was joining in, which was lovely, but still, I think she most enjoyed hearing all of us sing for her, and she certainly ahs had an extra spring in her step ever since.
Beneficence. When was the last time you tried it?
Sparky Mail
I got a postcard from Sparky last week. He is obviously havng a great time living with Roz and even sent me a very glitzy keyring - that cat can't resist shiny things.
Oh and thanks Roz, for packaging it up and mailing it :)
I made a bunny for our new little nephew Liam:
And just like the baby, this little bunny won't stop napping....
One Year!
This is what I wrote in my first post a year ago:
"I am hoping that this blog will encourage me to keep being creative outside of drawing and painting, which I do an awful lot of."
I was nervous about starting this blog, unsure where it would lead or even if anyone would ever read it. I can't imagine life without it now. It has become such a wonderful connection to so many of you that I now consider as friends. I love reading what everyone else is up to, looking at all the beautiful things you have made and I am constantly inspired.
If it wasn't for this blog I wouldn't be part of Illustration for Kids, a group that is really important to me. I no longer feel so isolated working as an illustrator and we have become good friends.
Taking part in Illustration Friday has pushed me to try different things (okay, I keep using those luggage tags, I can't stop myself!) but working on different themes is really fun and I love that feeling of not quite knowing what the end result will be. My little stuffed guys would probably have never seen the light of day but most importantly, I wouldn't have got to know so many amazing, talented people.
So, to say thank you for always being encouraging and inspiring I would like to do a little giveaway. I was inspired by Sandy over at Art Tea Life who gave away two of her beautiful mini quilts as valentines.
I was going to paint a luggage tag but I was in a sewing mood so will have to save that for another time. I don't have a mini quilt to give away but I do have Sparky:
A bit rough around the edges but full of heart. If you would like Sparky to come and live with you, leave me a comment. On Valentine's day, all the names will get mixed up and my trusty assistant, otherwise known as my son will pick a name (he is also my fashion consultant and felt that Sparky HAD to have polka dot pants.) He stands 8 inches tall in his unstockinged feet.
This is fun!
The word “beneficence” is really a meaningful word. It means “the practice of doing good” .If you have any interest in helping others you can use this word. So keep in mind “Do good have good”
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