Sketches, Bees, and Home Dreams

Last night I finally decided to crack open the old sketch book and start sketching. I didn't even really have a plan....I was just glad the girl was finally asleep and the house was quiet and calm. And out of this calm came.....bees?

I'm not sure where the bee theme came from. Perhaps out of a longing for spring? For all that bees bring--- imagery of blooming flowers, blue skied days, warmth... The girl came along first and as I started imagining what she would hold in her hands, the idea of a big fat fuzzy bee came to mind. Which is curious because....I would never ever try to handle a bee. I've read a bit about the resurgence of bee keeping in the homesteading movement, but the whole idea of keeping bees gives me the heeby-jeebies. Because at some point, you're gonna get stung...but that's a chance bee keepers know and accept. I am not so brave ;) However, the idea of bees and hives and pretty things kept coming....

I think I might try this sketch in a painting. I've got a couple of boards all collaged and ready for inspiration to hit. But that's been the hitch in the plan--- finding the inspiration.

I know it's just because my mind is racing with all the house stuff. Its been a crazy and emotional process. Mostly because I am a worrier and I like clear definition between 'point A' and 'point B.' Learning to trust that things will work out as they should without me forcing them to, has been a big learning process for me. I just hope and pray so hard that all happens as it should. And I appreciate all your support and suggestions!
We did finally have a showing at the house--- the realtor called and gave me 30 minutes to straighten up and get a girl and dog whisked away. That was an afternoon when I was very grateful I'd been cleaning like a maniac ;) Nothing came of that showing though, which was disappointing, but I was glad just to have the chance to have someone come look. It's hard to keep cleaning and straightening for people who never show up ;)

It all just has to work out because.....this is a little secret....we've already found the house we want. I like to call it "the Anthropologie Dream House." You know me, I have to name everything! Yes, its the one I've been in love with for a while....Sigh. It's hard to be in love ;)

Til then....let's paint bees and strange old timey girls and dream of a spring when all is settled and lovely....

~H