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"For you have died and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ, who is our life, is revealed, then you also will be revealed with Him in glory." - Colossians 3:3-4
painting "the library"
Posted on July 22, 2008
Several weeks ago I heard of a new type of paint called water-soluble oils. Turns out, they're not so new, but their popularity has been picking up speed. I am used to watercolors, and being new to oils, I was sure that these paints, "the best of both worlds" as they are called, would be a great medium for me to branch out into. So naturally, I begged Mom to buy me some.I love them!
I am using them to paint "The Library" for HomeschoolShare's Lapbooking contest. One of the prizes is a FREE copy of my painting. It was so gracious of them not to require the finished product any sooner, as I can only imagine what it would look like in watercolor.
I've been having fun getting used to water-soluble oils, and now its time to put them to the test! I'll give you a little sneak-peek to the updated thumbnail and first layer of painting!
This is the thumbnail. I started off with a small colorsketch to help keep me focused on the finished product.This is me and my supplies at my new art table. I have so much more space now!
Here's the painting! Notice the glass palette I mix the oils on.5 comments | post comment | permalink
my first four-generation portrait
Posted on July 11, 2008
This past week I had the opportunity to create a 4-generation portrait for a new dear friend of mine. I especially enjoyed drawing the younger girls because they are so cute! I'm pretty happy with the way it tuned out.
So, that was one of my big summer projects, and it's finally done! This is the second family potrait I've done like this (combining photos), and I think it'll be awhile before I do any more. I'd like to finish highschool before I start devoting much more time to portraits.
...and so her summer begins.
Posted on July 11, 2008
Well, all of our 4-H projects are out of the way, the fair is over, and the house is back to normal.
I made a baby Moses basket, a scrapbook, a painting, holiday (our Christmas card), a black and white salon photo, and ten color photos. All done. ::sigh:: The morning after I had everything done, I was actually able to read at breakfast, and then sit outside in the sun and just think for a while.
What will I do this summer? I'll
In my free time I'll have art projects going, my Prince James book, etc. I also found out about a children's book contest for homeschoolers! Click here for the details!
We've come to the conclusion that cramming in as many subjects as we can doesn't work for us. Spending larger blocks of time on a fewer, more important subjects really gets the job done more efficiently. (Click here for an excellent post on "education gaps")
Mom and I narrowed down what I needed to focus on. "Six subjects only," I said, "and that's it!"
Mom replied, "Good idea."
And that was that.
So here's what we've come up with:
-Math (Consumer math, budgeting, banking, etc.)
-History (Tapestry of Grace, year 1)
-English (writing two or three books, blogging, essays, etc.)
-Art (working towards my children's book, the drawing blog, senior art show, etc.)
-Music/Piano (taking lessons, playing for church, etc.)
-Literature (more of that beautiful English!)
-(And some Chemistry)
I know, I know. You see seven subjects. But we couldn't just leave out chemistry! Really, chemistry sounds fascinating, and I'm eager to start. All of these subjects are very important to me right now, so I just pretend there's only six.
There may be some trips to the beach, berry-picking, and days under the oak tree enjoying nature - excellent time for catching up on all that reading! We've just been to Turkey Run, so maybe we'll go to some museums next!
That's 'bout all I'll have going on this summer.
for my Daddy
Posted on June 15, 2008
Dear Daddy,
I can't tell you how much I love you. You are such a great man and I am honored to claim you as my father.
Everything you do for me is out of love for me and desiring the best for my life. From the spankings and generous gifts, to the long talks and kind words; you've done so much for me!
Thank you for reading the Bible and praying with us every day. Thank you for supporting Mom in our home education, and stopping at nothing to give us the best. It means more than you know.
Thank you for asking me to do things for you and with you, going camping, fixing your salad, moving furniture - I love being a part of your life, and you a part of mine.
Thank you for making me form good habits, even when it seems I'll never get it.
Do you know what I just love? When we're sitting in the living room, I'm drawing or reading, and you're reading a deep theological book. And when you come across something beautiful or profound, you'll share it with me so we can learn and enjoy it together. Thank you for helping me pursue a relationship with Christ.
I also want to thank you for things that may seem small. Like bringing home donuts, going on bike rides, and taking us to the ice cream shop.
You have always encouraged me in my interests and gifts, even when I want to head one way and need to go another. Thanks for keeping me on course and in the center of God's will for my life.
Your prayers for me, those I've heard and those I've never heard, have been a blessing in my life. God is so good. Never stop praying.
You'll always be my Daddy.
Love always,
-Breezy
Boreas
Posted on June 13, 2008
Close-up of drawing based on painting by J.W. Waterhouse.
She can sweep, can she not?
Posted on June 11, 2008
I was over at one of Meg16's blogs called "The Man I Seek" and thought about some of the character qualities I wish to see in my husband. "Hmm, let's see here. Well, a Christian, of course. A very strong Christian, which covers a lot."
I started going down my list. It had been a while since I've been specific, for obvious reasons. But I needed to refresh my memory.
"Number one...hmm. Good worker. Likes to work. Yes, the Jack-of-all-trades type. And of course he must love children. And reading."
I continued my list, and stumbled across a very terrible thought. "How could this be?" thought I, "What if he's not perfect?!"
"What if he doesn't like music? What if he's reckless with money and doesn't like my family?!"
Just as these dreadful thoughts came, another one more deplorable than all the rest presented itself. "What if his parents don't think I'm perfect?!"
"Good grief, I'll never be ready to marry!" I could imagine it now, his father forbidding our marriage because I had not memorized all the minor prophets and hand-embroidered a 20-foot alter cloth for the church like his eleven daughters had.
So then and there I decided to cut back on the silly regulations I had set for him. "I need to be more sensible with myself and actually memorize a few recipes!"
Getting down to the good ole' wholesome basics of living has been on my mind for a while now. It doesn't help that we just got a second computer! ::squealing with joy:: But that's good thing!
I reassured myself that I wasn't completely inept. I also had to list off the things I need to work on:
I love reading God's word and studying it, although it is hard for me to stick with any one particular study.
I can bake and cook and fry (with a recipe - I can read and follow directions).
I can do the laundry when asked. But not on my own initiative.
I like cleaning - especially dusting and sweeping and all forms of kitchen drudgery!
Making beds and de-cluttering rooms are fun! Not that I do either often...
I know the basics of gardening and yard care.
Of course I'd rather not get into the "personality quirks" which we know are actually sin-issues. But in short, selfishness. Isn't that what all of my problems start with? I like to think I'm the most important person around! What I need to focus on more than anything is making my life all about Christ.
Well, when it comes down to it, whether I get married or not, it is all about Christ and His glory, isn't?! So if I burn the pancakes and bleach the color load, I'm still God's girl, and nothing can snatch me out of His hands. I just need to strive to follow His Word in all areas of life.
With thoughts on marriage, motherhood comes to mind. I am content with babysitting, but I can hardly wait for my own little ones!
Prayers and advice appreciated!
An afternoon alone and what happens?
Posted on June 1, 2008
While Mom and Emily went to the store, I decided to use my wee bit of knowledge in Photoshop to have some fun. This is what I came up with (both paintings are by Carl Holose):
some Scripture
Posted on May 30, 2008
I have a lot of "favorite" passages of Scripture, but I wanted to post this today. It's just amazing how clear-cut and to-the-point Scripture can be, and that we don't have to guess about everything. It's simply beautiful.
Do not be bound together with unbelievers; for what partnership have righteousness and lawlessness, or what fellowship has light with darkness? Or what harmony has Christ with Belial, or what has a believer in common with and unbeliever? Or what agreement has the temple of God with idols? For we are the temple of the living God; just as God said,
"I WILL DWELL IN THEM AND WALK AMONG THEM;
AND I WILL BE THEIR GOD , AND THEY SHALL BE MY PEOPLE.
"Therefore, COME OUT FROM AMONG THEIR MIDST AND BE SEPARATE," says the Lord.
"AND DO NOT TOUCH WHAT IS UNCLEAN;
And I will welcome you,
"And I will be a father to you,
And you shall be sons and daughters to Me,"
Says the Lord Almighty.
Therefore, having these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all defilement of flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God. (2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1)
Eyebright has Graduated!
Posted on May 24, 2008
Congratulations Eyebright!
May God bless you as you diligently serve Him and your family!
God has great things in store for you. You and your blog are so cheerful and fun to be around.
Do not grow weary in doing good! Love ya sista! (Isaiah 40:29-31)
May God bless you as you diligently serve Him and your family!
God has great things in store for you. You and your blog are so cheerful and fun to be around.
Do not grow weary in doing good! Love ya sista! (Isaiah 40:29-31)
Swinging James
Posted on May 22, 2008
I don't remember if I had mentioned this before, but, I am working on writing and illustrating a children's book. This is the main character, Prince James. I thought I'd go with "Price Peter," but it sounds a little old for this darling boy, and reminds me of another nobility. Prince James was from another story that never was fully figured out, but now I have a different story, and James likes it more than the first. (You may remember this rascal from some posts I did this winter.)
Spring is here!
Posted on May 16, 2008
Yes, many of our flowers are blooming. Lilacs, chives, bleeding hearts, lily-of-the-valley! I love May!
And the cattails at our Granny's are simply..splendid! Actually, this may make a good photo for 4-H...
We've met many critters who have obliged us by letting us take their pictures. Mr. Camo the Toad was rather shy.
And we saw the Mr. and Mrs. Waddles in a field. (Later that day we spotted another couple literally sneaking through our back yard!)
We finished making baskets at "The Basket Lady's" house. Maggie's is a double-rimmed picnic basket (in dark walnut stain). Emily made up her basket pattern which doesn't have a name yet (in a walnut stain). And I made a Baby Moses basket with leather straps for handles (in oak stain).
While we are at the Basket Lady's house, we sometimes have to wait around for our reeds to soak. Thankfully she has an Etch-a-Sketch! This year I made a mermaid for her.
After we finished baskets, Mom took Emily, Maggie and I to Barnes & Noble. I've had my eye on a particular journal since November. I used my gift card to buy it because it is a little pricey, but at last it's mine!
Leather...filigree...blank pages...inspiration.
Its very, very thick! And its is not ruled! Yes!!! For some odd reason I cannot journal in a lined book; something about writing freely...doodling...whatever. But it has about 360 pages.
I wonder who I'll be by the end of it...
Happy Mother's Day!
Posted on May 11, 2008
Dearest Momma,
There is no way I can ever fully understand or thank you for all you have done for Emily and I. You have sacrificed your time, energy, health, sanity, and life for our upbringing. And you love every minute of it. I love you for that.
You are my best friend and confidant.
You are my greatest role model in life; in your marriage, love for family, dutifulness in homemaking and hospitality, and using everyday experiences for teaching us.
Your faithfulness in prayer, your daily walk with the Lord, and love for the Scriptures have inspired Emily and I in godliness. We can spend hours upon hours talking to each other talking about anything and everything! And I love that! You are really my best friend, ever!
Thank you for all the hard work you put into our home educating. We all know it takes a lot of time and energy, and at the same time you have inspired me in raising me own children with a multi-generational perspective.
You've washed our dirty dishes after the thousands of meals you've cooked...
...taught us how to crochet, embroider, and work with our hands...
...wash hundreds of loads of our dirty laundry...
...you have braved the fiercest summer heat hanging the laundry out to dry...
...and have spent weeks and weeks of your life reading out loud to us...
...and have raised two daughters, inspiring in us a life purpose of serving our Creator and a desire to raise godly families of our own.
You have left us a legacy.
I LOVE YOU MOM!!!
-Breezy
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