OK ...My newly framed painting from Longgrain, home at last!

[CaliforniaPeggy]

[Swede]

1. How is Longgrain doing.

Is he ever coming back?

[CaliforniaPeggy]

4. He's fine; I doubt he'll be back...

He's now posting at this website: www.wetcanvas.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=272889.

[GalleryGod]

9. Peg, Why Did Pete decide to leave DU?

:wow:

[RevolutionaryActs]

10. He was TSed

[Maddy McCall]

12. And rightfully so.

I wonder if I can post a thread about what Dookus is up to now? :shrug:

[progmom]

40. i think it was his birthday yesterday

happy birthday dook!

[lumberingbear]

50. Cool!

I always liked Dookus (and Tucker) AND yesterday was my bithday too!

I wish Dookus would come back, I miss LongGrain too.

[Steve Nash is god 13]

14. what does TS mean?

[CaliforniaPeggy]

16. Tombstoned...nt

[Pithlet]

53. I didn't know that. What happened?

He always seemed pretty nice. There must have been something I missed.

Editd to add that not that I think that anyone TSd isn't nice. I just never saw him post anything tombstoneworthy, so there must have been an incident I missed.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

59. I'll PM you shortly, Pithlet...nt

[Pithlet]

64. Thanks

:hi:

[Capn Sunshine]

21. he's also posting at another one

Where many a TS'd DUer end up. I won't mention the name because I don't do that. It's a deal I have with the guys.

PM me if you really can't figure it out.

Ironic , it's getting like the island of lost toys over there.
But Pete fits right in.

But the original reason I was posting: that painting kicks ASS Peggy.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

22. Well, blessings on you, Capn Sunshine!

You are living up to your username, and how! I love this painting, and now I'm so happy that it is framed and hanging in its new home. I can see it when I'm posting and it makes me so happy.

:loveya:

[LeftCoast]

30. Capn Sunshine -

I call it the Island of Misfit Monkeys. Seems we're on the same page. :)

[Capn Sunshine]

36. lol

I only hope the refuge we provide the problem children provides some temporary peace to Earl, Elad and Skinner.


DU: It's not just a job, it's an adventure

[enigmatic]

39. Pete's a good guy

And so are you:)

[mike_c]

2. that's beautiful!

Very nice.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

5. Thanks, Mike!

I'm very happy with it!

[Catherine Vincent]

3. That's a very nice painting.

That dude is talented. Is he coming back?

[CaliforniaPeggy]

6. Thank you so much!

I'm very happy to have it...

See my response to #1 for what's happening with him...

[Crazy Guggenheim]

7. He IS good.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

8. Yes, he is....

Thanks for stopping by, Crazy Guggenheim! :loveya:

[auntAgonist]

11. Peggy,

great choice of frame, it sets the painting off beautifully!

:hi:

[CaliforniaPeggy]

13. Thank you, auntAgonist!

I was wondering if anyone would notice the frame...And it was you! Though I suspect that everyone saw it and just didn't comment.

It was difficult to pick out a good frame, but I think the framer and I managed to do it.

Thanks for coming by!

[ralps]

15. Hi CaliforniaPeggy, Cool frame for a Cool painting.

:hi: :loveya: :hug: :pals: :woohoo:

[CaliforniaPeggy]

17. Hi, ralps! You are such a friendly soul...

I'm glad you like the frame and the painting both...I can see it from where I'm posting...

[Heidi]

18. Really lovely, Peggy.

Thank you for sharing the painting in its new frame. I miss Longgrain, but I'm really glad he's investing his heart and mind in his art at WC . . . :hug: to you both.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

23. You are a doll, Heidi! You and I haven't been talking much lately, and

I miss our late-night chats. Thank you for coming by tonight...I'm glad you approve of my frame for Longgrain's painting. It was hard to pick an appropriate one.

I miss him too, and I hope that he's happy where he is.

:hug: back atcha!

:pals: :loveya:

[Heidi]

27. I've been swamped with work . . .

and exercising restraint with DU lately. But it's Sunday morning (finally) and I finally have my head above water again (until the next onslaught).

I'm a WC member, too, but haven't logged in there in more than six months, but I followed your link, logged in and sent Longgrain a "hi" . . .

[Floogeldy]

19. What are those objects behind the pot in the painting?

Thanks,

Floog.

B-)

[CaliforniaPeggy]

24. Hi, floog...

I believe that what's behind the pot is just one thing: a tapestry or some slightly heavy fabric.

:loveya:

[Floogeldy]

28. OH good.

That's nice. Beautiful!

At first I thought it was pizza slices, but maybe I need new glasses. ;)

B-)

[CaliforniaPeggy]

32. Pizza? Still have that on the brain, huh? lol....

Maybe you need new glasses, my dear floog, but only you know that for sure!

I can see why you thought that, though, now that you mention it!

:loveya:

[evlbstrd]

20. A nice selection, Peggy.

Good job. And a nice painting, of course.

Can you tell me why he was TS'd? I had some good conversations with Longgrain.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

25. Thanks, evlbstrd!

I appreciate your very thoughtful, kind remarks. I'll PM you in a bit...

[evlbstrd]

26. As good as the work is, presentation is everything.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

29. You mean the frame, and where I have it hanging?

It's in an alcove over my windowseat. There are 2 windows facing the painting, and they are covered with duet shades...It makes for a very nice soft light. I had to put them up for the photo, though, since the area was too dark for the photo to show up adequately. There is a light in the ceiling; I should have turned it on, but I wanted to use as much natural light as possible.

Thank you... :loveya:

[evlbstrd]

43. Both the frame and the lighting on the work.

Good job.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

45. Somehow, you do not strike me as an evlbstrd!

You're a sweetheart...I appreciate your very kind remarks...here and elsewhere...



:loveya:

[evlbstrd]

47. I guess I use it as my armor.

And thanks very much.
I am at heart a gentle person, as I know you are.

[leftofthedial]

31. nice

very nice

I miss seeing his paintings. I liked them.

I also liked your daughter's (did I remember that right?) work.

Maybe you could show us some more sometime.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

34. Thank you!

Yes, I too miss seeing his work...I'll have to check out his new web address: www.wetcanvas.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=272889.

Yes, I did post my daughter's painting that she loaned me. I'll take a moment and edit this post to add her webaddresss. She has a newly revised website. Be cautioned, however: her prices are not low; she told me that she's mostly selling to Republicans, since they are the ones with the money. But this is her career, and she wants to make a name for herself. Time will tell...

Here's the link to her website:

http://barbarajcarter.com/index.html

[leftofthedial]

38. she deserves to make all the money she can get

she has true talent. Shame it's wasted on them. I wish her well!

Right now, I couldn't afford shipping if her work was free. But someday, maybe . . .

[LeftCoast]

33. Very nice

Too bad about LG, though. :hi:

[CaliforniaPeggy]

35. Hey there, LeftCoast!

Glad you like it...Yes, it was too bad about him...I miss him a lot. I know some people don't, though...and I understand it as well...

:hi:

[enigmatic]

37. That's a great painting

He's a helluva fine painter..

[CaliforniaPeggy]

41. Thank you enigma,

I believe he is, also...I appreciated your remarks upthread about him as well...esp. since he can't be here to defend himself.

[Celeborn Skywalker]

42. Great painting!

I always liked Longgrain, though I never got to speak to him much. Do you know why he was tombstoned or is that a private matter?

[CaliforniaPeggy]

44. Thanks, jaredh!

I'll PM you...

[Duncan Grant]

46. It looks great; thanks for sharing this.

The frame is a beautiful complement to the tones found in Longgrain's palette. Good for you Peggy, you're the perfect patron! :)

[CaliforniaPeggy]

48. Hi! Thanks for your kind remarks...

I know Longgrain would appreciate it as well...I'll have to tell him.

I'm not so sure how perfect a patron I am, but I'm trying to be one! Your words are much appreciated!

:pals:

[roguevalley]

49. wow. that's beautiful

[CaliforniaPeggy]

51. Thank you, roguevalley!

It cheers me a lot to see the framed work from where I sit...And I appreciate your kind remarks a lot...

[In_The_Wind]

52. The frame looks like red oak. It's perfect with Longgrain's painting.

You've placed the painting next to a window. I'm sure the painting looks fantastic in natural light.

:hi:

[CaliforniaPeggy]

54. Hi, Joan! Good to hear from you, as always...

I believe that the frame is oak, but I don't know if it's red oak. And yes, the painting does look incredible in natural light; much lighter than in the photo. I'm really pleased with how it turned out.

:pals:

[In_The_Wind]

56. I do look for your threads Peggy ... it's nice to chat with you a bit.

Longgrain's painting will give you pleasure for many years.

I also noticed that you're going on a cruise with your husband in the near future. I wish you the best weather. Have a grand time!

[CaliforniaPeggy]

57. Well, bless you, Joan!

I'm sure the painting will do just that, and for many, many years.

And yes, we are going on a cruise soon...in the Mediterranean. We also hope for good weather!


Thanks for your kind remarks...I also look for your threads. You always have such good and thoughtful things to say.

[In_The_Wind]

60. Thanks Peggy - I'm working on it.

it's so much easier for me to post on threads than to start them ... after all :shrug: how many people want to know that I shopped in Crate & Barrel for the first time today on my way home from the NYC meet-up?

[CaliforniaPeggy]

62. Well, you know, you could always start a thread about the meet-up!

I would do that! And post some pics if you have any! Those are naturals for threads...Even shopping in the Crate & Barrel isn't too bad...

You just stick by me, and I'll teach you stuff! Whew...how's that for arrogance! LOL...

[In_The_Wind]

65. You arrogant ... never!

:rofl:I just concocted my own martini from vanilla vodka and watermelon pucker-up schnapps ... which I'm drinking from my new glass... and it's a darned good thing that I wasn't swallowing it as I opened your post:spray: I already know better than to read one or two posters while eating or drinking ... looks like I'll have to add you to that list.

I just bought a new printer/copier/printer. I'll be posting pictures in the future after I'm up to speed :hide: and start using a camera again. I'll do meet-up threads as I overcome these senior moments around the names of other DUers.

I'm sure I can learn a lot from you Peggy :pals:

[CaliforniaPeggy]

66. Wow, Joan...

I was just looking you up in your userprofile; you registered after I did! So where did I get the impression that you've been here forever? And that you're a tremendously wise lady, while I feel like the kid who JUST fell off the turnip truck?

We ALL can learn things from each other; that's the beauty of DU...or one of the beauties, I should say...

I'm not usually arrogant; I try not to be, lol...Ya never know, though!

:loveya:

[In_The_Wind]

67. ahem ... which one did you look under?

I've only been posting at DU since 12/04. We can all learn from one another.:hug: maybe I can teach ya a bit of arrogance :silly: ya know I'm kidding.

[elshiva]

55. I miss hippyman!

:(

[CaliforniaPeggy]

58. As do I, elshiva, as do I.....

[elshiva]

68. SIGH! He was/is so sweet. His paintings are lovely.

:cry:

[tjwmason]

61. A most beautiful picture

I'm sure that it will fit perfectly, in what is bound to be an effortlessly tasteful house. :D

[CaliforniaPeggy]

63. Omigod, tjwmason! I do think that the painting fits in perfectly....

BUT in an effortlessly tasteful house? Uh...no way...not effortless! Since my walls are perfectly plumb and new, I've had an AWFUL time deciding where to put things...We've lived here 3 1/2 years now, and I'm still decorating!

But I thank you for your kindness...much appreciated, my dear!