My kids grew up hearing these words from their dad: "Do you need it...or do you want it?" I understood what he meant, why he said it, and that he had probably heard some variation of those words his entire childhood. Yet I did wonder if those two words had to be mutually exclusive!
I'm pretty sure, now, that I not only want to paint...but I need to paint (or at least draw in my sketchbook.) I can liken it to needing to read in the Bible and pray first thing in the morning-- or needing to take a walk to benefit my brain chemistry. So it's problematic when housework and cooking and errands and appointments happen. (Note to self: find a bumper sticker that says, I'D RATHER BE PAINTING!) But, oh well, they do.
So what is this about... And what's up with allornothingitis? Is there a cure? Which motivates you...need or want? Does it matter? Got an opinion? Or a philosophy? (Maybe you don't have time to post a comment.) I think I'll go paint......after I fix lunch!
Here are a few new ones...................................
Pond Morning
12 x 12
$75.
12 x 12
$75.
Dining Alone
(Peter's Stole)
a linear study
18 x 24
$200.
2 comments:
excellent o excellent, and a good questions as well about the difference between "want" and "need." Huge diff in my not-so-humble opinion. I am thinking of how God says that He will supply all our needs. My wants are what drove me into a ditch. I'm just saying.... Love the new blasts from your paint trumpet!
Thank you, my pal. I was just reminded that the first thing you say when we connect on the phone is, "Are you painting?" Lately....in the pre-Christmas busyness...I've been saying, "No." way too much. And I must say, I feel kinda antsy! I am making an appointment with my "paint trumpet" tomorrow!!
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