THR I am the Storm

[CricketHip]

Well, no pressure but would love to see more of your art as you continue to sketch.
It's funny, but I always wanted to paint. Not sure if I would do oils or watercolors but always said that I would want to take some lessons after retirement.
You have given me the push I've needed to make this a reality.

Gosh is it ever good to hear from you!!

 

[danelady]

Thank you all so very, very much!

@CricketHip One thing that has helped my art tremendously this go round is the internet! Who'da thunk it? Lol! There are LOTS of artists doing tutorials for free or a small fee. Just looking at their amazing work is inspiring! I am also learning about AI and art. I feel it has its place but an artist should be honest about it and not pass it off as all their own work. No matter, I am no longer that competitive person I once was....this is something to help my heart and soul heal.

I have stocked up on different mediums: charcoal, graphite, inks, gouache, watercolors, acrylics, soft and oil pastels
and color pencils. One thing I haven't yet acquired is a set of oils and THAT'S what I really want to learn.

I also learned a new term: 'plein air'. It sounds wonderful....except it's still a bit too hot for sitting outside, lol. I am ready for it though, I have a lightweight easel and a lightweight stool I can set up real quick. I carry a sketch pad in my hippie purse ( I call it that because it's just like one I had back in my hippie days, lol.)
Yesterday my very first electric eraser was delivered. I've never used one before but I see artists use them to highlight... eyeballs and hair.
I will keep you posted as my art bears witness to my inner growth and CricketHop, please do try art. For me it's almost like giving birth, producing something so intimate I feel I'm exposing myself to the world but this time I don't care who does or does not like it.
Have a wonderful weekend!

 

[Yogini]

Danelady, you are heroic!

 

[lanstan]

What can I say. The group here took the words right out of my mouth. AMAZING! On hip and drawing both! So happy to hear from you. I dont check in here as much now but glad I did today! A real surprise to hear from you!! Keep up the wonderful work!

 

[Elf1]

@danelady so good to see you're out there and doing fine. Love the drawings, you've definitely got some talent there! Totally understand the oh I'll check in tonight and next thing you know, zzzzzz ! Keep up the healing and the art.

 

[CricketHip]

@danelady Is What a great idea about YouTube! That’s more my style for the time being.
Sounds like good fun.
I’m glad you are napping a lot. Lots of good healing happens then.

 

[indie]

you are not only brave but can wear other hats beautifully. You are so good at sketching and art, that you can take this as full time employment. Bravo

 

[myglasshalffull]

Danelady,
Great to hear you are doing so well and your artwork is lovely!

 

[danelady]

Hello fellow hipsters! Thank you all for the kind and encouraging words! Well, I HAD fallen asleep while watching 'Full Throttle Saloon' on the telly but an unexpected monsoon stopped by with lots of boomers, lightning and driving rain! I love the sound of rain at night! Last week we had a good one that knocked the power out but it was cool and comfy and I loved leaving the door open, but tonight is hot and humid and we lost power so the doors and windows are open. Unfortunately, the bugs think the light from my phone is an open invitation to come on in! Lol so this is a very short visit. The tarantulas are also on the move looking for a mate so I'll bid you all adieu!
Thanks again!

 

[Gloucestergal65]

@danelady - What an exciting life you lead!

 

[danelady]

@Gloucestergal65 Well, thank you. And yes, 8 dislocations, lots of ambulance rides, surgeries, a broken femur and anaphylactic shock has made for a most exciting retirement, however I am ready for boring...with a capital 'B', lol.

Today I thought a visit to Hobby Lobby would do my heart good. I was there about a year ago in-between surgeries and it was difficult but I was able to explore about half the store before limping to the cash register. Today was a different story. I realized I haven't progressed as far as I thought. I made it to the art supplies, got what I needed and hobbled to the cashier, almost in tears. I need another dr to check and make sure my femur is still in place. I'll take a photo to show you the bump where it sticks out.

Nite, nite....much love!

 

[hhhooray]

@danelady

Iike @lanstan , I don't check in here as much anymore but one of the reasons I do is to check in on you and your progress. I just want to thank you because your courage, perseverance, grace and attitude have been, and continue to be, an inspiration as to what an an indomitable spirit can and should resemble.

Keep on keeping on wonderful lady!
With gratitude and love,
Mark

 

[myglasshalffull]

We do love our retired truck driver Danelady! And marvel at her spirit!

 

[CricketHip]

Today I thought a visit to Hobby Lobby would do my heart good. I was there about a year ago in-between surgeries and it was difficult but I was able to explore about half the store before limping to the cash register. Today was a different story. I realized I haven't progressed as far as I thought. I made it to the art supplies, got what I needed and hobbled to the cashier, almost in tears. I need another dr to check and make sure my femur is still in place. I'll take a photo to show you the bump where it sticks out.

Well, that's a bummer, I'm sorry your are struggling. You have a bump? It definitely would be interesting to see your photo. Have you any thoughts on which doctor you will go to for an exam? I think I can bet money that you don't return to that last doctor!!
Hang in there, and keep us posted.

 

[danelady]

Hello hello dear friends! I just HAD to check in because today is another milestone!
Today is 4 months since my 8th (and hopefully last) dislocation! Woohoo!

I did learn something about my eyes yesterday but I'm not too, too worried about it. After all those close calls I had driving the big truck (lorry to you guys across the pond, lol) I could have sworn it was my butt cheeks puckering up but it wasn't! Are you sitting down? It was my retinas puckering up all along, lol. I couldn't believe it so I googled it and yes, macular puckering is a real thing. No cataracts, good vision....but I have wrinkles on my retina, (there's a song in there somewhere, I'm sure of it!)

The puckers make it difficult to see fine detail so I'll need to get one of those magnifying lamps now to help me draw.

To quote Rosanne Rosannadanna, the Gilda Radnor character on the older (and funniest) Saturday Night Live shows:
"It just goes to show ya. It's always something".
Love yas all!

 

[myglasshalffull]

Well as usual danelady you take news {good or not so good) in stride. Love your attitude, if you ever need someone to lead your fan club, count me in.

 

[danelady]

@myglasshalffull
I'm going to let you in on a secret....this is the only place I get any real support. To other people I'm an invalid and I need constant help. Puhleez!!! No one else really understands our problems like the BoneSmart members do and I know I get the dirty lowdown truth from you guys. That's what keeps me going.

Oh I still get angry, depressed and run the gamut of every emotion, but I can mellow out when I come here, sometimes it takes a little longer than other times but I do feel better here.
Thank you for your kind words.

 

[Jaycey]

@danelady It can be a lonely road traveled after all that you have been through. But we are here for you - 24/7! So happy to read you feel better here.

 

[danelady]

@CricketHip
You can bet your bippee I will NEVER see that poor excuse for a surgeon again. The fact that he lied about me, and I'm sure he was coached by the other drs to do so, shows me they are not concerned with giving me some sort of quality of life, they only want to save face. I have always liked my drs and even though my words don't carry any weight to most other people I always wrote rave reviews about my drs and the team working alongside them.
I am seriously considering writing a not so nice review about him. The lies this dr wrote in my medical records about how I was non-compliant and caused the dislocations myself will follow me now.

I might never get another dr to look at my hip but the damage has been done already.
Ok, I'll calm down, lol.

Ok, I tried taking photos of the bump where my femur comes out farther now. Looks like I put all that weight I lost right back on! Don't worry, I spared the worst, lol.

 

[danelady]

@Jaycey
That means an awful lot coming from you.
Thank you so much.