T stands for true blue

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Hydrangeas…
Aren’t they beautiful 


Mixed media fun,
Not something I usually create

Every day can’t be the best day ever, but I like to find 3 things a day to be grateful for. That in itself makes every day a little better.


 
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Happy Tuesday Bleubeard and Elizabeth 

I started my day off with a cup of coffee and homemade superhero muffins from Shalane Flanagan’s cookbook, Run Fast Eat Slow. Although we won’t ever run as fast as Shalane, we are continually inspired by her accomplishments, attitude and recipes. A nice start to my day! And for the perfect end to the day…

Sunset at the Lake

Eoghan and I took a run to the lake to see this magical sunset. We are so lucky to live nearby and enjoy sunsets like this. Look up, experience wonder!

Comments

  1. My name is Erika.August 10, 2021 at 5:25 PM

    Being happy with the little things makes life better; I am sure you agree. What a gorgeous sunset. And what is in a superhero muffin? It sure looks delicious. And no argument about the beauty of any flower, hydrangeas included. I am definitely loving your mixed media piece. You need to make more of them Nan. I hope you had a wonderful T day and stay cool in the upcoming heat. Hugs-Erika

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  2. KarenAugust 10, 2021 at 6:38 PM

    Almost all our hydrangeas are bright pink this year. We don't treat them and the colors vary year to year. Yours are gorgeous as is that fantastic sunset! Your mixed media art is also lovely--no surprise there!

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  3. DVArtistAugust 10, 2021 at 8:17 PM

    Wow those flowers are gorgeous. Looking for things that make each day the best ever.

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  4. Bleubeard and ElizabethAugust 10, 2021 at 9:46 PM

    Love your blue hydrangeas. I really want a hydrangea bush. They are so beautiful and can be great in mixed media art, too. I also am in awe of your mixed media beauty. It is stunning.

    I love the positive attitude and message on that mug. It's always good to have positive things in your life each day.

    One thing I know for sure. If I lived that close to that lake and sunset, every day would be magic.

    Thanks for sharing your hydrangeas, your mixed media art, your awesome sunset, and your breakfast coffee and superhuman muffin with is for T this Tuesday, dear Nan.

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  5. nwilliams6August 11, 2021 at 3:12 AM

    Wow, that sunset is beautiful and something to be grateful for sure! Love your idea of being grateful for 3 things each day - I need to try that and those muffins! Your flowers are beautiful and so is that very cool Mixed Media creation - great butterfly and scene! Happy T-day a bit late!!!!

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  6. Let's Art JournalAugust 11, 2021 at 4:39 AM

    Those blue hydrangeas are beautiful and I'm loving your mixed media piece, you created so many lovely details 😁. I'm with you, I don't do it daily but I do review things that I'm grateful for each week. Your muffin and cuppa look wonderful and how lovely to see the sunsets, we are lucky enough to see the sunsets too across the
    sea. So glad your recovering well and running again! Happy T Day wishes! Hugs Jo x

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  7. LiscaAugust 11, 2021 at 8:24 AM

    Yes, those hydrangeas are beautiful. The mug and muffin look really inviting. But, hey, hang about... that sunset is absolutely stunning!
    You certainly have many things to be thankful about.
    Happy belated T-Day,
    Hugs,
    Lisca

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  8. Divers and SundryAugust 11, 2021 at 8:36 AM

    I love hydrangeas, and that one's a beauty :) I'm making muffins today, too. Yours looks yummy. Happy T Tuesday!

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  9. Empire of the CatAugust 11, 2021 at 8:51 AM

    Don't you just love hydrangeas? I have one in a similar colour and I am in the process of taking cuttings to make more as I have some planting ideas. Happy T day Elle xx

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  10. CJ KennedyAugust 11, 2021 at 9:57 AM

    Your hydrangea is just beautiful. I'll take tea and a muffin, please. Maybe down by the lake. I wish we lived closer

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