Wednesday, February 24, 2010

The little things. . .


"Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things." `Robert Brault

I hope you are enjoying the little things this week. The promise of spring is on its way!!

31 comments:

Connie said...

Did you paint that?!?!? It. is. absolutely. gorgeous!!!!
xoxo,
Connie
Oooooh, if only I could paint like that. Sigh...

June said...

Vicki your artwork is gorgeous. That is such a lovely piece.
I had to run and get a pen to write down this wonderful quote. So true!
I'm hoping your day is a real gem and that you are enjoying all those little things that make up a big life.
hugs

The Old Parsonage said...

Oh Vicki

This just so lovely. I love the colors and the promise of spring!

Leann

Julie Marie said...

Oooh Vicki, I too must ask if you painted that??? It is soo gorgeous! You know how much I love birds, birdnests, roses and Spring! Love to you... xoxo Julie Marie PS And these little things already are the BIG things to me! xoxo

~*~ saskia ~*~ said...

Such SWEET post, Vicki! Read it with a smile on my face.... Lovely! Saskia xo

www.MaisonStGermain.com said...

Did you paint that? I love it!!!!!!!
~Debra
Blog: Capers of the vintage vixens

Anonymous said...

A lovely piece. I learned long ago to not take anything for granted. Treasure each moment I say.

Willow

lilian lopez said...

Hello Vicki! that´s right ,little things make the difference, beautiful painting!!!!
love the nest. besos. Lilian.-

Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmas said...

Vicki,
If you painted that , then I must bow down to you!!! Gorgeous! WOW!
Debbie-Dabble

Mari said...

HELLO VICI,
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL PIECE!!! DID YOU PAINT IT???
IF NOT WHERE EVER DID YOU YOU GET IT????
ENJOY IT, ITS REALLY BEAUTIFUL :p

Pauline said...

Lovely post, Vicki, little things can mean so much more than the big things in life. Today was warm-ish here but still no visible signs of spring :o)

God bless you, my friend.

The Muse said...

beyond precious...this is lovely!

Char said...

I never knew you could paint. That is gorgeous girlfriend. I love the soft blues and your roses are lovely. What a perfect quote, Char

Jocelyn said...

Beautiful. I think everyone is so looking forward to Spring this year. It will be a most welcome time.

Jocelyn
http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com/

Tanza said...

Hi Vicki,
WoW!! LoVe that piece .. Are you selling this?! It is the little things that matter, and truly are the BeSt!! what a lovely post from you ~
hugs ~tea~xo

Elaine said...

lovely piece to remind us that the roses will bloom again.

Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage said...

Oh, Vicki, how pretty! Did you paint that? I would love to be able to paint a rose like that. But soon we will be smelling the real thing, as Spring is on its way! Enjoy your evening.

Blessings,
Sandi

Unknown said...

GORGEOUS! I love that artist :) I cannot wait for spring. It has snowed all day here :(

Unknown said...

It's a treasure!!! Gorgeous.

Julie Harward said...

That is SO pretty and I LOVE the quote too..so true! :D

Maria said...

Hi Vicki! Oh this post came so nice ~ so sweet... And do we ever love that quote!
How very true...
I am dreaming of spring tonight... we had 17" of snow last night and into this morning!
Many blessings to you always ~ Maria

Shirley said...

I love your picture and quote. I can't wait until spring. I am tire of all the snow that we been getting. Take care and thanks for sharing.

Tara said...

Thank you for the beautiful sentiment! I hope your week is loveleigh Vicki!

Stephanie ~ Angelic Accents said...

Vicki, that is just a beautiful piece of architecture!! Love the hp roses. I have a VERY similar one in my bedroom!!! Did you paint it or did Holly?

Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents

Susie's country cottage said...

Very pretty painting. Did you paint it? I love the quote and I did take the time to have a little walk around my garden this morning before work and could see all the spring bulbs coming through, so wont be long now.

happily retired gal said...

How beautiful ;-)
What talent you possess!
Hugs and blessings,
HappilyRetired

koralee said...

That sweet painting is adorable. I so love all the pretty colours..love your quote today too. Happy Friday to you. xoxoxo

Pansy Cottage Girl said...

OMG!!!!Swoon! That is so pretty. I want one! Are you making them? Let me know if you are. Oh I have a bad case of the gimmeeees!

Ana said...

Hi dear Vicki,
What a beautiful little painted plaque. Such a sweet reminder of spring...I guess I too am anxiously waiting for spring after such a cold winter for us. Beautiful quote by the way. Have a wonderful weekend my sweet friend.

Much love to you,
♥Ana

Anonymous said...

you're absolutely right! and your work here is beautiful....

ciao
carmelina

Lori @ Katies Rose Cottage Designs said...

Ohhh I adore that !! Okay I am going to be another person asking if you painted it ~ I want one soooo bad !
It is beautiful ~
xoxo
Lori