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Comment on Bipolar by Paul

Paul — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 22:20:26 +0000

You would, perhaps, be surprised at how often I think of you when visiting the Utata site on Flickr. Did you know there’s a “curlsdiva sized hole” there? There is.

I don’t know if other folks notice it, but I do. And I don’t know if it is or is not best for you that you don’t post there as often as you used to. That would, I think, most certainly be something only you can decide. I just know that, for me, your absence leaves a hole (a diminished whole) there.

I confess that I haven’t done much with this fact aside from wonder where and how you are. I’ve never derived much in the way of motivation from holes, I guess. Plus, they are not clickable. That is, I can’t click on the hole your not being there has left and see what you are photographing now. I suppose if the internet worked that way it would be a much different thing indeed.

Today, though, I saw your avatar in the discussion for an old Sunday Salon and, one thing leading to another (as “one things” sometimes do) I ended up here, wanting to say that on occasion I find myself missing you and also that whenever I think of you it’s always accompanied by the hope that you are doing well, Rachel; at least as well as possible …

Comment on Skimming the Pond of Literature by ann mcgee

ann mcgee — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 12:53:49 +0000

doesn’t everyone skim? perhaps i shouldn’t be acknowledging it publicly? i too read voraciously and my partner maintains that he can tell which books i really rate, because it takes me comparitively so much longer too finish them. a’light read’ can be done and dusted in a few ‘pre-sleep’ skims! and, truth be told, some authors do seem to get a wee bittie caught up in ‘lists’, as you describe. editing..say it loud and say it proud! ann.

Comment on Skimming the Pond of Literature by Paul Morriss

Paul Morriss — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:01:34 +0000

I skim read too, awfully. And sometimes I (whispers) don’t even finish a book. I read Twilight recently, because I was curious why it was so popular, and almost gave up on it until the plot finally got going about three quarters of the way through.

The trouble with skimming is that I sometimes have to go back and re-read a paragraph because a vital plot point has been buried in there somewhere and suddenly it doesn’t make sense. I don’t remember plots either, similarly with films. It’s great though. I can watch them again and again and like a breaking wave, only just remember what’s happening next.

Comment on It’s a Mug’s Game by Beckett

Beckett — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 06:05:49 +0000

I love your digital art, too, Rachel. It’s so rich and layered, and yet subtle, never loud and brash. Has to be looked at awhile to savor the richness. :)

Comment on It’s a Mug’s Game by Rachel

Rachel — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:55:46 +0000

Awww what sweet boys you are, thank you! Just colour me embarrassed with a smile now…

Comment on It’s a Mug’s Game by G & M

G & M — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 23:55:58 +0000

We are honoured and very proud owners of some beautiful pieces of Divaintheattic Artwork, they give us both great joy every time we pass them.

A fantastic talent, it’s magical how no matter how often we view the artwork we always seem to find something new in each piece. It never ceases to amaze us both. And they make great talking points when we have folk around to the ‘Diva Gallery’

Diva is just to modest.

Must we start a petition – Bring back the Digital Art, bring back the digital art ?!

Our love Always G&M

Comment on Virgin Clematis by Rachel

Rachel — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 07:09:33 +0000

I’m keeping a close eye on mine for clematis wilt, Brett, which is I think what you’re describing. This one is a variety suitable for pots, but when replanting, I buried the bottom two shoots as recommended so I hope that’ll help. It’s got lots of crocks at its roots and the pot is hemmed in by other pots to give it a micro-climate. If the ungrateful little beggar doesn’t grow after all that love and attention… I’ve always loved all varieties of clematis, from blowsy big thugs to the delicate nodding bells of the species clematis.

Comment on Virgin Clematis by Brett

Brett — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 20:31:12 +0000

Lovely photo! We have had one for several years now. It actually did quite well it’s first year. Mine seem to be prone to some sort of whithering disease and so some of the plants have to be cut back to ground level so that the others can survive. Our one survivor this year did very well in it’s partial sun environment. Clematis flowers are rather exotic looking and quite dramatic, I think. The books all say to keep their feet cool and their heads warm. Good luck with yours.

Comment on Jimmy McCutcheon & the picnic basket by The Kiss | diva in the attic

The Kiss | diva in the attic — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 10:48:05 +0000

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Comment on Bridal by Jay

Jay — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 20:14:45 +0000

Beckett, I appreciate the picture. Despite you said that there was no photographic lighting during that time the natural light effects stands out. The picture shows a moving lady. It’s very good!