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Related: About this forumDid a pastel painting to commemorate a pet that passed recently, for a friend
I only know her on Facebook but she is a bright sunny kind soul, in spite of bearing even worse disabilities than the ones I have. It was clear she really loved this kitty so I asked her if I could do a portrait for her. When she saw it she was overjoyed and wanted to pay but I demurred.
I wanted just to do a kind deed. Money and stuff has always been the least important things in my life. How I feel about myself and my relationships with others, thats what really matters to me. Which is why the last two years of on-line bullying have been hard on my spirit. Left Twitter finally, but Im left wondering why any of it ever happened. Was never given any answers.
Anyway, trying to regain my trust in the world a little bit and remember the world has nice people in it too, not just cruel people.
She is one of those nice people and I was so happy to do a small kind deed for her. I shipped it out today.
Got biopsies on both breasts coming up in a couple weeks and Im thinking, if it is cancer, I better regain my will to live pretty fast, because a person needs that strength when fighting cancer.
Here is a photo of my painting and the reference photo I used.
Thanks to anyone who looked and read all this. Thank you.
Walleye
(31,050 posts)Ill be thinking of you and wishing you luck with your biopsies, I know how that is, the waiting is very difficult. I know how you feel about taking money for your work. I had a hard time ever making a living as a freelance photographer because if somebody admired my work I would say something like, oh you like it, here you can have it. Fortunately I got a full-time job shooting pictures so I was able to make a living with it. There really are still lots of good people around probably more good ones than the assholes who make so much noise. Embrace kindness and take care of yourself
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)Im feeling a bit scared and a little low in spirit so self-care is the perfect suggestion, thank you!
And thank you for looking at my art, too! ❤️
3catwoman3
(24,045 posts)
are stunning.
Best wishes on the biopsy results.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)Diamond_Dog
(32,062 posts)What a wonderful memory your act of kindness will be for your friend. Just stunning.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)imaginary girl
(863 posts)I'm sure she'll love it!
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)mercuryblues
(14,537 posts)I hope you get through the next few weeks, with good news.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)Ocelot II
(115,836 posts)to make it for her. Hope everything turns out well for you.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)mopinko
(70,215 posts)giving back is a great antidote to the bullshit.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)republianmushroom
(13,677 posts)Thank you for sharing.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)MontanaMama
(23,337 posts)I am thinking of all you have going on at the moment...Please know I wish you well during these tough days.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)lucca18
(1,244 posts)You are so talented LiberalLoner!
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)2naSalit
(86,776 posts)LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)virgdem
(2,126 posts)I'm certain that she loved the portrait of her kitty.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)zeusdogmom
(998 posts)Truly an incredible painting of someones cherished - and missed - pet. Well done LiberalLoner. Well done.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)Ziggysmom
(3,412 posts)You are very talented.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)MLAA
(17,327 posts)LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)grantcart
(53,061 posts)Meaning I could lean a photo against a painting.
Not only could I not paint such a beautiful painting, I couldn't take such a beautiful photo.
What a talent you have.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)Frances
(8,547 posts)For your generous act
You added kindness to the world
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)Lettuce Be
(2,336 posts)I have a friend who recently lost his cat Bob. He's devastated. This is simply beautiful!
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)I will keep practicing and trying to get better. Thanks! ❤️
murielm99
(30,761 posts)I hope it is not cancer. If it is, you will kick cancer's butt.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)piddyprints
(14,648 posts)OMG I would be so honored to have you paint any one of my kitties! I'm in awe of such talent.
I wish you the best with your biopsy. I've had plenty of scares, so I know how hard the waiting is. Hopefully you'll have some good news to share with us.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)judesedit
(4,443 posts)Let's hope you have cysts and not the other. We're rooting for you.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)Goddessartist
(1,865 posts)Sending you lots of love, and some golden thoughts as well.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)Jerryatric
(2,472 posts)I could try for years and never be able to paint something that actually looks just like a real animal. Your painting is gorgeous. Wishing you the best!
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)StarryNite
(9,460 posts)LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)bif
(22,746 posts)Seriously, your talent leaves me speechless! Just wow! I wish I had half the talent you do.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)bif
(22,746 posts)I don't hold a candle compared to you! Your work is stunning!
PlutosHeart
(1,288 posts)In part anyways.
There is so much love in doing this sort of thing. Might give you no conflicts.
Very nicely done.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)LoisB
(7,231 posts)LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)femmedem
(8,207 posts)And the feeling you have from giving her this gift will last much longer than any money you might have charged.
The painting of mine that has brought me the most joy is a portrait of a couple's much-loved, deceased cat. And that's because they cherish the painting I gave them.
I sure hope your biopsy results bring relief and good news.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)stage left
(2,966 posts)You are a master of your medium. Wishing you the best of fortune.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)samplegirl
(11,502 posts)and what a wonderful gift. Heartfelt!
Incredible talent.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)Maraya1969
(22,497 posts)LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)brer cat
(24,605 posts)your talent to ease the pain of grief for a friend. I hope you get very good news from your biopsies!