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Friends Features 1 of.... ? And I am so behind !

Journal Entry: Sun Nov 8, 2009, 3:15 PM

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Hi !

Just a short note to apologize to all friends, new watchers and people that answered messages (I owe like 300 answers right now).
I am FAR behind again and I will be more, but as soon as I can I will catch up. I had some internet problems and my notebook had a crash. I could recover information and everything is ok, but I still need to fix some things and finish something I'm working on.

If I have little work at the office I will try to catch up there!

I wish you all a gorgeous week and thanks for your patience !

Tonight I just felt like selecting some of works of friends and feature them. The friends I am featuring here are nice and kind, so feel free to contact them and make friends with them if you feel like. But remember that friendships are built with time and love, and never from one day to the next!
It is impossible to feature all my friends in just one feature. I will continue until I'm done! (If you are one of my friends and you are not here, hold your

!! You will soon be

. It's a promise!!)

Ghost Ship

I thought it was a photo! It's not!! Well done, Bob!!

Infrarred at Dusk II

A Fairytale Scene... I fell in love with it...

Salome

An all time favorite of mine... So GLAD Gerrit is back!!

Jaguar Cubs

The BEST animal photographer I've met... and he does awesome landscapes,too!

A warm afternoon in Athens

Stamatis has a stunning gallery and got several deserved DD's.
(He also taught me how to use big images! You will find the link to his instructions in all my journals, at the bottom).

Memories of a Full Moon Night

Blue is a gentle lady with an incredible sensitivity and her works deliver peace and romance

Truckin’

Tim was my very first watcher…His gallery is full of gorgeous surprises, hidden huts, majestic trees and fairytale corners, and lately some fantastic macros.

Truckin’

John…he is one of my gems! My mentor, a supportive, understanding, caring guy. Photographer, poet, joker, fan of lightnings and Sci-Fi… his gallery is a treasure for full viewers!

I was blessed with some special and beautiful friends here at DA
and you are the precious gems on my front page!

My new Stock account

My special thanks to =StamatisGR for his instructions on how to add bigger thumbs!

I give all of my clubs, full permissions to display the deviations I have submitted to their gallerys, and in News Articles within DeviantArt.

My thanks to *MHK-annai for this customizable Journal Skin.
Check her page for this and other options!

I most probably won't thank you for any 's.
However, in return,
I'll visit your gallery, view your deviations
and fave the works I like from you!
I will answer back all comments!

26 Comments

Mood: Adoration

Paintings & Drawings - Supporting is Great !

Journal Entry: Sun Oct 18, 2009, 5:35 PM

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Hello my dear Friends!

Tonight I decided to do some features of faves I've done lately, mostly of deviants that have great works and very little faves. Due to my lack of time I couldn't contact each to make this a bit more personal, but I'm sure you will enjoy their deviations just the same!

I will be also showing (at the bottom) works of a couple of young artists!

These are teenagers that love drawing and I thought that a little support could be encouraging for them. They do have talent and hopefully a future in what they love doing!

So here we go, hope you enjoy!

ONLY PAINTINGS AND DRAWINGS

No age given, female, U.S.

4 faves

6 faves

3 faves

9 faves

I think she deserves some more!!

23 years, female, Egypt

I was amazed because she does mosaic (incredible works), stained glass, paintings, definitely a deviant of many talents. All are shown in her gallery.

2 faves

11 faves

5 faves

Why not encourage her? Go !!!

42 years old, male, from Hungary.

I have noticed that deviants that can't speak English at all (or not too well) have a harder time becoming known. He has a great gallery. Maybe some of you speak Hungarian and could make friends with him? It's always a possibility! After his work I will place his photo (fantastic!) taken by a friend of his.

7 faves

6 faves

5 faves

Would you visit his gallery and check the rest? He has photomanipulations and more. This is him:

And by the way, this photo was taken by who has a stunning gallery. His portraits are awesome... Visit him! You wont be dissapointed!

And now, last and least, some younger artists! Enjoy!
15 years, male, U.S. Lots of cute drawings in his gallery!

4 faves

16 years, female, U.S. - some other nice ones in her gallery!

7 faves

I was blessed with some special and beautiful friends here at DA
and you are the precious gems on my front page!

My new Stock account

My special thanks to ~stamatis for his instructions on how to add bigger thumbs!

I give all of my clubs, full permissions to display the deviations I have submitted to their gallerys, and in News Articles within DeviantArt.

My thanks to *MHK-annai for this customizable Journal Skin.
Check her page for this and other options!

I most probably won't thank you for any 's.
However, in return,
I'll visit your gallery, view your deviations
and fave the works I like from you!
I will answer back all comments!

76 Comments

Mood: Adoration

6 Promised Features (2 different Contests)

Journal Entry: Sat Oct 3, 2009, 9:32 AM

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Hello my dear Friends!

It's a nice, sunny

Saturday!

After several days of cold, rains and cloudy days, the weather shows a bright dress.
As life has up and downs, so does Nature

Beautiful to get energized and smile again!

I promised Features for the first three Winners of two different Contests, and both ended on the same date. So I will feature 6 Artists today - I hope you enjoy!

2nd. Landscapes/Waterscapes Contest
Contestants: [link]

1st. Place

Into the Light by

2nd Place:

Silence by

3rd Place:

The Crystal Ship by

Congratulations to the Winners on these amazing Artworks... and also to the
Contestants for their beautiful works!

The Sp0Of Contest [link]

Title: SP0OF - Special Project 0: Obviously Fun!
Theme: Humor
Media: Photography (WITHOUT manipulations)

1st. Place

Financial Crisis by

2nd Place:

How to incubate THIS? by

3rd Place:

Bad Habits by

These Artists have an incredible imagination! Congratulations and thanks for
making us Smile!

I feel blessed for having some special and beautiful friends here at DA
and you (you know who you are)
are precious gems!

My stock account

My special thanks to

for the instructions on how to add bigger thumbs!

I give all of my clubs, full permissions to display the deviations I have submitted to their gallerys, and in News Articles within DeviantArt.

My thanks to *MHK-annai for this customizable Journal Skin.
Check her page for this and other options!

I most probably won't thank you for any

's.
However, in return,
I'll visit your gallery, view your deviations
and fave the works I like from you!
I will answer back all comments!

34 Comments

Mood: Adoration

Last Goodbye Kiss

Journal Entry: Mon Sep 28, 2009, 11:04 AM

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My dear friends...

Mamina peacefully passed away this morning.
Her daughter was at her side, holding her hand, as she always wanted it to be.

I couldn´t see her again due to my flue, to avoid risking her delicate health.
Even if my sadness is overwhelming, I know that the days my daughter and I dedicated to her at the hospital made her extremely happy. I am in peace.

Some people leave impressions in our lives that we will never forget.
That was Mamina. Even her nickname meant "little mother".

Mamina is smiling at us from Heaven, where she joined her husband and her four children, her sisters and brothers, her cousins and friends.

I want to share with you a beautiful poem that Bob (=TThealer) wrote for Mamina and that I carry with me all the time. I read it again today, Bob, and it comforted me so much in my sorrow!
Once more, I thank you for your company during these days.

A Poem For Mamina

Peace be with you,
Our love you can carry.
Please know that where you go,
you will be warm and merry.

There's no need to fear...
to us you shall always be near.

You will be in our hearts
You will be in our minds
You will be eternal
You will be.
Blessed are you, and your legacy.

For those who cared, prayed and where by my side, my heartfelt thanks.
I will be better soon. I will be joyful again. That is what Mamina would have wanted for me and for her beloved ones and in my smile I will find hers.
And having you all here, my smiles will flow really easily!

My stock account

I feel blessed for having some special and beautiful friends here at DA
and you (you know who you are)
are precious treasures!

My special thanks to

for the instructions on how to add bigger thumbs!

I most probably won't thank you for any

's.
However, in return,
I'll visit your gallery, view your deviations
and fave the works I like from you!
I will answer back all comments!

92 Comments

Mood: Adoration

Last Goodbye Kiss

Journal Entry: Mon Sep 28, 2009, 11:04 AM

Gallery | Favorites | Macros | "Just Breathtaking" Faves

My dear friends...

Mamina peacefully passed away this morning.
Her daughter was at her side, holding her hand, as she always wanted it to be.

I couldn´t see her again due to my flue, to avoid risking her delicate health.
Even if my sadness is overwhelming, I know that the days my daughter and I dedicated to her at the hospital made her extremely happy.

Some people leave impressions in our lives that we will never forget.
That was Mamina. Even her nickname meant "little mother".

Mamina is smiling at us from Heaven, where she joined her husband and her four children, her sisters and brothers, her cousins and friends.

I want to share with you a beautiful poem that Bob (=TThealer) wrote for Mamina and that I carry with me all the time. I read it again today, Bob, and it comforted me so much in my sorrow!
Once more, I thank you for your company during these days.

A Poem For Mamina

Peace be with you,
Our love you can carry.
Please know that where you go,
you will be warm and merry.

There's no need to fear...
to us you shall always be near.

You will be in our hearts
You will be in our minds
You will be eternal
You will be.
Blessed are you, and your legacy.

For those who cared, prayed and where by my side, my heartfelt thanks.
I will be better soon. I will be joyful again. That is what Mamina would have wanted for me and for her beloved ones and in my smile I will find hers.
And having you all here, my smiles will flow really easily!

My stock account

I feel blessed for having some special and beautiful friends here at DA
and you (you know who you are)
are precious treasures!

My special thanks to

for the instructions on how to add bigger thumbs!

I most probably won't thank you for any

's.
However, in return,
I'll visit your gallery, view your deviations
and fave the works I like from you!
I will answer back all comments!

41 Comments

Mood: Adoration

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has a heart of gold and he is one of my best friends here at DA!
He dedicated this photo to me (February 11th, 2009). Wildflowers are humble and spread their beautiful essence overall without expecting nothing in exchange, as John does!

Thank you for being my friend, John !

dedicated this beautiful flower to me (May 9th, 2009). Rezzan has a beautiful soul and she is a gentle and very kind lady that you should know

I was gladly surprised!! Thank you, Rezzan !!!

Sweet

made my day by dedicating his 'Valley of Balance' to me (May 14th, 2009). I am so thrilled! Jonathan is one of my best friends here at DA, a real gentleman that spreads warmth and kindness around him all the time!
Thank you for being my friend, Jonathan !!

Dear

surprised me with this beautiful work dedicated to me (June 13th, 2009). It energized me! Jasmina has a very particular style and I love her works. If you don't know her art, you should visit her gallery and find delight in her beautiful pieces!
Thank you for thinking of me, Jasmina!

Sweet

gave me a huge surprise today (July 10th, 2009), when I clicked on a thumb I liked... and found that she had dedicated this beautiful

to me!!!

: Zidarri is so kind and gentle, a real sweetheart to be friends with

Thank you so much !!!

One can never have too much of the good stuff!

surprised me today (July 19th, 2009) dedicating me this awesome work. I was so happy when I read the comments and found out!

Jonathan, being your friend is one of the things I cherish the most

Thanks for being always there, with your beautiful comments and encouragement!

Sometimes, unexpected things happen and connections are established in misterious ways. I was in love with this work at first glance, because it brought me memories of my own childhood...

Imagine my surprise when I clicked to find out that

had dedicated this work to me (July 16th, 2009) with kind and delicate words of friendship!
You might want to visit his beautiful gallery. He is very sensitive and has amazing artworks.

Thank you, dear Wishko for this beautiful gift... you made me extremely happy!

Yesterday night I fell in love with a photo from

and left her a comment about it... and today (July 31st, 2009) she sent me a message that now that photo belonged to me!

Isn´t this beautiful ? It made me think of a white baby cat, a soft angora wool sweater, or a baby fully wrapped in cozy blankets...

This was another of Jasmina´s beautiful ways...
Thank you, my friend... you made my day!

I was absent on a short trip and upon return (August 26th, 2009) I found a surprise that filled me with emotion:

had dedicated me one of her incredible paintings, namely

I´ve admired Ebru´s work for a long time. She is an extremly talented artist that you shouldn´t miss. Go visit her gallery. Getting to know her is loving her for her kindness and honesty .
Ebru, I will cherish this artwork forever!

Thanks for always being so nice to me and encouraging me day after day! You are a rare gem in this world! And it is my honor to be your friend...

Once more, Everything Happens for a Reason.

dedicated this delicate work to me when I needed an Angel the most.

Marta's Angel reached me deeply. I was sad and it made me smile and trust.

Visit her gallery. She has incredible works and she is very sweet. She has lots of friends and you will be soon one! Thank you for your valuable friendship,Marta, and for this lovely piece!

I am bursting with joy today! Look what

sew for me! A sweet, fantastic, charming, magical owl! And she is going to send it to me to Uruguay!

I got a note from her some days ago promising that she would make one for me...and I was so moved by that!

Nanda does a lot of handicrafts, paintings, cards...and is in love with her chihuahuas! If you don't know her, you should.

THANK YOU!, Nanda, for this amazing beautiful owl. I am SO happy!!!

How sweet this was! Not having read my messages yet, I was browsing deviations and I really liked this photo. My emotion was great because I read on the comments that

had dedicated it to Mamina and me!

He was with us in this sweet way.

I am thankful, Rabea... and I will cherish your present every day!

Today I saw a beautiful thumb under

's name that touched my heart. I had many messages, so I decided to write answers first and look at deviations tomorrow. To my surprise I found a message from Kevin linking me to a present... and the link took me to that same photo I loved before!

When I read his words, I felt a deep emotion.He had dedicated it to my dear Mamina and the legacy she left behind

, including also a beautiful poem and these words:
To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived; That is to have succeeded.
- Ralph Waldo Emerson .
Thank you, Kevin, for your friendship and your beautiful way of helping me recover my smile again!

dedicated this amazing photo to me (October 4th, 2009). Rezzan knows I really love Tulips, which can´t be found in my country

Her dedication made me so happy ! Thank you Rezzan, for this charming present!!