They have undergone a transformation for no purpose whatsoever other than a diversion from matters requiring more thought.
The two blue bottles have been sitting on a garden bench outside Dad's kitchen for many a year, in amongst an assortment of plants, abandoned jam jars and other random bits and pieces.
I have spent a precious week with Dad, his health took a turn for the worse and he can no longer be on his own. It has been pretty intensive and without down time.
As I intend to return again in two weeks time, the weeks at home will be intensive too, as I try to squeeze three weeks of work into two.
Love your processing it makes and intriguing image. Sorry to hear about your Dad and the additional stresses this puts on you at this time. I hope you manage to enjoy the time you spend with him, so precious.
The “play” with the bottles would have been therapeutic for you. Wishing you love and strength as you go through this heart rending period with your Dad.
Fav for the processing, for making a couple of mundane pieces a little work of art and for being with your dad. I have been visiting mine (89 y.o.) this weekend. Sadly, he too cannot be on his own but luckily he still has mum at his side and they both have a help at home.
So eye catching Helen. I love it.
Thinking of you during this time. It's a difficult move from being a daughter to a carer and totally exhausting. I do hope you are able to take a few minutes for yourself each day over the next couple of weeks - it's really important. Take care Helen.
gosh helen that sounds like a tough week, even while it was special to have that time with your dad. glad you were able to carve out a moment to get absorbed in something different - and i really like the outcome!
I think the colors reflect what you're going through- quite intense. I know it must be very hard- in so many ways. It's good that you took some time for a photo or two- it helps restore a little balance in the mind. I hope the coming weeks will allow you to accomplish what you need to do but also take some time out for yourself to keep your spirit strong. Cool processing- good shot!
Try and remember to take time for yourself during stressful times.
Thinking of you during this time. It's a difficult move from being a daughter to a carer and totally exhausting. I do hope you are able to take a few minutes for yourself each day over the next couple of weeks - it's really important. Take care Helen.
Only one question: is it really 'Blue bottles...' or 'The bottle blues...' ?😘