Thursday, June 18, 2020

PPF 6/19/20

 Hi Everyone!

Before I even get started I have to tell you I am so tired I could sleep right at my desk. Up early to take care of things and then head into Eugene for an eye doctor apt. (100 miles one way) The road to town is dangerous. We have several fatal wrecks in the summer time.  Today was no different. A Century Link truck decided to make an illegal left turn but there was traffic coming so he had to stop. The 2 cars in front of us almost collided into him but managed to pass him in the inside. We had come to a full stop and Mr. M had his foot on the brake to alert the truck behind us. He was coming so fast that we knew this was the end. MR. M. pumped the brake and then decided to move. He saw that the truck was moving the same was we were so Mr. M. adjusted. The truck went off the road to on our left and he managed to stop inches from a tree. I rolled down my window as did the truck driver and asked if he was OK. He said, "Yes, but what the hell?" Century Link was still sitting there seemingly oblivious to what has just transpired. We made sure the guy off the road was OK and could start is truck to get out of there and then we passed Century Link on the left. If the truck had hit us I would not be here to write this blog.
We made a stop at Lowe's. Not many people in there and everyone with masks and being carful of distance. Then to the eye doctor. Very clean, everything sanitizes as it is used. I was happy. Sooooo my right eye has lost so much sight from a cataract that I will be having surgery on July 7. We talked about my previous surgery and the scaring on my eye. Of course this doctor can't give me any promises and I didn't expect any. We are just hoping for the best. Sooo wish me luck and send positive energy for that. I was really shocked at how much sight I have lost. I knew I was having problem but wowow.
So no new art for Paint Party Friday. I hope you don't mind seeing some old things and a bit of how I draw.









 

 


Have a great weekend!
Nicole/DVArtist 
Honor and integrity in art, in life.

18 comments:

Debra She Who Seeks said...

That was a close call! Glad you're okay!

Valerie-Jael said...

Sorry about that scary drive, sounds bad! Lovely faces. Have a good rest! Happy PPF, Valerie

Crafting Queen said...

Oh my goodness, how scary. So glad you are both safe. Love your drawings. Good luck for your surgery.

Bleubeard and Elizabeth said...

These are truly beautiful, Nicole. They show what a great artist you are, especially with faces. I especially like the side view. She is beautiful.

Barbara said...

Best wishes on your eye surgery. These things usually go well, I’ve had both without incident. You will enjoy clear vision once again. Your drawings are amazing! Knowing your art, I do believe I see lovely fangs!

Jean said...

How scary! Glad you are ok. I love seeing your drawingS!

kathyinozarks said...

wonderful piece

Linda Kunsman said...

wow- what a scary experience on the road! We have a few highways in our area that are known for some pretty bad accidents so we avoid them if we can. Sorry to hear about your eye and needing the surgery but it sounds like a necessary one. Sending healing and well wishes your way. Always nice to revisit some of your art! Happy PPF!

Clare Lloyd said...

Lovely drawings. Sound like you had quite a day!

Gillena Cox said...

Lovely portraits. Happy PPF
And i am inviting you to joinmy linky on Sundays where i ask what's your Sunday like

Much💖gillena

Susan said...

Adventures like that are exhausting. Happy all is well and you were able to show your portraits. Very nice! Happy PPF

Lisabella Russo said...

Oh my goodness, I'm so glad you're okay! What an experience. I'm glad everyone's okay. It sounds dangerous indeed. I'm sorry about the loss of vision in your eye, I hope the surgery helps. I will definitely hope for the best for you dear friend. I love seeing your works in progress drawings, they are lovely.

Christine said...

Best of luck with your eye surgery. Lovely pieces.

NatureFootstep said...

o, dear, that was a bit too much for one day. No wonder you are tired. I hope next surgery will be good. At least you don´t have to wait too long for it.
Nice to see your drawings.
Take care. stay safe. Needless to say really. You do!

myra anderson said...

wow! what a harrowing experience!!!! I'm glad you are okay! I hope you have good success with your eye surgery!!!! great art!!!!!!

Tarang Sinha said...

Oh, sounds scary. Glad you are okay. I wish you all the best for the surgery. Stay well. And old or new, these portraits are very nice!

Soma @ inkTorrents.com said...

Yikes!! I am glad the visit to the eye doctor was good after that drive. The portraits are so wonderful. I love the left set of unfinished ones.

-Soma

carol l mckenna said...

Oh so glad you are safe ~ what an experience ~ sorry I am so late in commenting ~ life has been a bit busy ~
Beautiful portraits ~ Hope your eye appointment went well ~ Sending lots of distant reiki healing energy to you XXXXXx

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