Artists, Photographers and Haiku



For Paint Party Friday ~ Watercolor brush painting ~ Hug Holiday





Found in next town over ~ Outside Xmas Decoration ~ Unique ~ for Friday Foto




For Carpe Diem Haiku





Self expression through creativity is the focus today and each day whether it is art, photography, brush painting or haiku. These activities fill each day whether we drive to the next town in search of unique and creative photos or are on our daily walks. Creativity surrounds us in nature as well as within our home, visiting blogs and it is there to be seen ~ so simple yet so divine.

We are also involved with Rebecca's 12 Days of Mary  which has a separate page on this blog just below the 'header photo'. (click it on to see my various days of mary) It is not about religion; it is about the divine feminine surrounding us all.

We are also sharing and participating with:


paint party friday
friday foto
carpe diem haiku
no rules blog hop with paula
creative everyday

haiku friday


Hope you have enjoyed our post and creativity and will check the creative bloggers listed above by clicking on the link.


Wishing you the best in the day and everyday.


Hugs and namaste,


and



We love to have you post your comments, thoughts or questions to delight us all in the day ~ especially, ArtMuse Dog ^_^





QUOTE FOR THE DAY: 'We must be willing to get rid of the life we planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us.'
~ Joseph Campbell 

Comments

  1. A lovely post Carol, that snowman painting is lovely ... Hug Holiday hm ... sounds great. The haiku on Charcoal is gorgeous. Gives me a nostalgic feeling.
    Thank you for sharing. Namaste

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    1. Good day Carol, on the Carpe Diem weblog you can find the page 'Carpe Diem december 2012. On that page I have published a list of all the prompts for December. Have fun.

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  2. What a lovely post. Your haiku inspired such a wonderful feeling of warmth in me. I'm feeling ready for the holidays!

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  3. Good morning Carol, your paintings look very playful and I liked it, and your quote appeals to me very much, it's wise words.
    Greetings to you

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  4. Love the way you tucked the words into the painting!

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  5. HI Carol..wow..such a beautiful post..gorgeous creations..art.. and poetry! I especially love the last line the "earthly gemstone found!" Thanks also for all the cool links, i shall check them out!
    Wishing you a fabulous day and many sparkles and blessings always!
    Victoria

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  6. Hug Holiday...☺
    leave it to your creative mind to come up with
    something so pure.

    And then the haiku...charcoal is more precious
    than gold when it's cold...you are a genius♥

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  7. {{ hugs
    hugs
    hugs
    in one snow*man scarf !!



    almost
    makes me Long
    for snow...
    BUT
    I AM NOT,
    i am not... }}


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  8. Charcoal as gemstone - very, very brilliant!

    Love your snowman!

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  9. Beautiful post- LOVE the snowman and as always, your haiku warms my heart!
    Happy PPF,
    Stephanie

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  10. Snowmen are such a fun part of winter. Your's is delightful. Happy PPF

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  11. Delightful snowman and wonderful haiku. Happy PPF

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  12. What sweet artwork and poetry this week, Carol!
    ♥♥♥
    Happy PPF!!
    Mary
    Mixed-Media Map Art

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  13. Hi Carol! That little snowman is so simple and sweet :)) Thanks for sharing with my NO RULES Weekend Blog Party :)

    Paula
    lifeasweknowitbypaula.blogspot.com

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  14. Carol -- It is always a treat to visit your posts --- love your watercolor of Hugs, the outdoor Christmas decoration photo, and your Haiku for charcoal ... thank you for sharing!! Charcoal

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  15. testing my comments page ~ hope it is working ~ Love getting your comment ~ ^_^

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  16. Lovely haiku,just right for this time of year......especially in cold climates!
    Happy weekend,
    Ruby

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  17. little cute snowman :) and I love the decoration foto!

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  18. Hi Carol. Your page keeps moving up and down, but finally I can leave my comment. I love your snowman. Awesome is your Haiku. Thank you. Happy PPF!

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  19. Wonderful post Carol. I like the artwork, the picture of that Christmas decoration and of course the haiku. Take care and have a wonderful weekend.

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  20. Lovely...gives me a warm feeling...and for whatever reason I love your use of "abode" in this haiku.

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  21. Hug Holiday - very sweet and zen! :)

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  22. your snowman is charming! beautiful haiku, too!

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  23. Loving your beautiful post today, everything is pure magic. Happy PPF, Annette x

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  24. what an adorable snowman Carol! I really love your haiku too-beautiful! Happy PPF!

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  25. There's an embers and charcoal theme going in some of the haiku today. Interesting!

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  26. Your haiku warms my heart on a cold and rainy day!

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  27. Awwww, that hug is so sweet! Great Haiku, too.

    Happy PPF!

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  28. lovely seasonal entries Carol, I enjoyed them all!

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  29. Wonderful post! I especially like your Haiku!!! Wishing you a wonderful weekend! Cathy

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  30. Your snowman is so sweet! Happy PPF

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  31. Perfect snowman for the holidays. :) Great haiku!

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  32. And wishing you a wonderful weekend and a happy contented and snug December. Happy PPF to you friend.

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  33. Hi Carol, like Gloria I had trouble making the page land on the comment section. I think there may be animation or music here that my old, old computer doesn't mesh well with. Anyway, I love the snowman. We can't get enough hugs, nor can we give too many. Your sunny background for your wonderful haiku is gorgeous.

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  34. The painting was very cute!!! So simple, but so festive! The haiku, was wonderful! And the photo.. that was quite lovely.. reminded me of a country Christmas! Very lovely!!!

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  35. Sweet and rustic photo for Foto Friday,

    Thanks for sharing,
    Lori

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  36. Testing, testing as some are saying they are having problems posting comments on my blog ~ Let me know, please ~ thanks, Carol ^_^

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  37. This is a beautiful post! I feel a strong need to look at the world sometimes like you do it. There might be a lot of surprises waiting for me.

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  38. Creativity is definitely a need for all artists, not just a want. Blessings!

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  39. Hello! Found you VIA Paula's Blog Hop...i'm excited to keep reading your blog...new follower :)

    lolalucy09.blogspot.com

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  40. A warm post to see for sure! Lovely painting..

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  41. Love your snowman and his hug scarf. Your haiku makes me think of mulled wine ,cinnamon and open fires. This is my first Christmas in Australia so a very different experience from the UK!

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  42. Love your haiku!! Beautiful words! And your snowman is super cute!! Happy PPF!! :)

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  43. What a sweet and innocent little brush painting - I also love the haiku and how it's mixed into your painting.

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  44. Love the haiku. Melbourne is very hot at this time of the year so it's refreshing to see snow and snowmen!

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