Monday 14 December 2009

MONDAY PHOTO A WEEK - 31s and Zilch

On Sunday, Brad, Aaron, and I went over to Mum and Dad's place. I had organised for them to come here initially but Sunday morning was muggy and hot so, as Mum and Dad have air-conditioning, we didn't need any convincing to change plans. I took all the salad fixings over there and Mum helped too. We had a lovely salad lunch which was just perfect considering the hot day.

Micron Pigma pen, graphite, and coloured pencil in A5 sketchbook
Click on any image to enlarge


During the afternoon, we played Zilch (a dice game) and 31s (a card game) and Mum was the winner on both counts.

My Mum - the Winner



Mum and Brad were in the final 31s showdown



Dad's help still wasn't enough for Brad to win the showdown



Mum and Dad's cockatiel - Charlie

Isn't he gorgeous?


We all had a lovely time at Mum and Dad's.....though, come Sunday night, it was a different story. Poor Aaron came down with a virus and was up all night vomiting. Naturally, that meant I was up all night too. He is doing a little better today.......and at least the vomiting has stopped.

Btw, did you catch the great giveaway on Michelle's blog? Michelle is hosting a giveaway for another artist who does such gorgeous work. If you haven't already checked it out, it is definitely worth a look-see and it's not too late to go into the draw. The winner will be chosen on December 17th.


So.....how was YOUR weekend?

Love, light and peace

13 comments:

  1. How wonderful to spend a day like this with your parents! Your mother is so beautiful! Hey, Dad's handsome too! :)

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  2. What a lovely day you had! Congratulations to your lovely Mom.

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  3. OH! I meant to say I love your journal page, too!

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  4. Charlie is, indeed, gorgeous! Glad to hear that Aaron is feeling better. Maybe you can get a nap in today to make up for your sleepless night.

    What I wouldn't give right now for some hot, muggy weather!On my way to check out Michelle's blog. Hope your day is better than your night was!

    Hugs,
    Tamerie

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  5. That is a neat sketch. Glad to know you had a great day. Hope your termite problem also is sorted out.
    Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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  6. Hi Serena,

    My family and I are having a raffle to raise funds toward postage for our gift bag mission. We hope you will drop by and take a chance to win two awesome gifts!

    Postage Raffle Drive

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  7. Serena,

    Your mom is so pretty! So happy you had a wonderful time with your mom and dad.

    Hugs

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  8. Looks like you all had a great day! Love the sketch :)

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  9. Sounds like a wonderful time was had! How sweet and your Mum exudes energy and vitality!

    I think your tree is beautiful!
    ...and I just noticed your gorgeous heart painting with the Buddha head in the center ~ gorgeous piece! I am going to have to visit your etsy shop now to take a closer look!

    have a wonderful week~ xo
    Calli

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  10. What a perfect way to spend a hot day! It looks like Brad was enjoying himself, even if Grandma was winning.

    Good to hear Aaron is feeling better. I hope none of the rest of you catch it.

    And what a clever drawing your did for your journal page- with the cards and dice. I like it!

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  11. Well another great sketch. I need to check out those Micron pens, would it make me as good as you, ha! Love the pics of your mum and dad and Bradley. She sure is a pretty mum.

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  12. Poor Aaron. I hope it's not "the" flu. I know you'll keep a mother's watch over him. :) I have to catch up on your posts!

    What a great time with your folks. I'd opt for the place with the AC, too.

    Charlie is a handsome devil. I do love birds. :):)

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  13. What a beautifully illustrated journal page...and what lovely and charming photos of your family! :)

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