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The Legend of the Dogwood TreeOnce upon a time, the dogwood was as mighty as an oak.
Then one day the Roman authorities decided to use it for
the cross of Jesus.
Upon learning this, the tree was seized with sorrow. But
Jesus sensed the agony of the dogwood timbers over the
cruel duty they were forced to perform. Jesus said:
"Because of your sorrow over my suffering, you shall henceforth
grow slender, bent and twisted, so that your wood can never again
be used as a cross. You shall bear blossoms in the shape of a
cross, and on them shall appear a crown of thorns and nail prints
stained with red, so that all who see them will remember that I
carried you to Calvary."
(This was originally meant for the Easter season, but I was only able to get to it last night. This is my
submission for 's spring contest. Both Bushroot and a dogwood seemed quite
appropriate for the theme. I half-copied Bushy from a book (not traced!),
but it's mainly my own innovation.
)Media used: Crayola markers, Le Plume II markers, pencil, white paint marker and Sakura pen on manila paper.
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Dogwood Legend source: Holy card, author unknown.
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Me too! 
And if you hit the lottery, I'm up for it (and I'll make sure Dad is, too)! 
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When my friend Dave and I went to Walt Disney World in 1992, he took a picture of me with Darkwing 
That does sound like a dream!! We can start our own pub in Ireland or Scotland, or Burlington City, Vermont! 
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Yowzah!!! And we'll serve 
Aw, too bad about the picture! I'd SO love to see that! Ah, well...we'll survive!
It's no surprise that those character 'greets' only last a few minutes, given Florida's humidity! 
exception, but maybe those are hidden. Poor guy, having to wear tights in that Florida 
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Yes, 
I agree, if the character has to wear tights, they certainly can't hide any fans with tights. Florida has awful humidity, 
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I can imagine! 
and came home with something like malaria!
As I recall, the guy's Clopin costume didn't have the tights really close to him, so they might have been specially made so he could have a little air-conditioning. Not that I was staring at his tights that much...
Does Cabot do mail order?
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Actually, for kicks and laughs I typed in my zip code for the store finder that sells Cabot Whipped Cream and the Pathmark in Edgewater Park sell it 
Check to see if your local grocery store carries either their cheese or other products. Just type in your zip code!!
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I did, and guess what??? Trader Joe's in the Southwest side of town carries Cabot cheeses!
darn it, but I'll check.
And Ben and Jerry's can be found anywhere.
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The Cabot Whipped Cream, I know is only sold in the Vermont/New Hampshire Area, but I know in New Jersey, you can buy Cabot Cheeses in the local grocery store. It's located where they sell, Cracker Barrel, Kraft, Land-O-Lakes cheese.
Anyway,
To view their other products liked Whipped Cream (they do have the best!
I love Cabot products because not only am I supporting Vermont Diary Farmers, which to me is very important, but I know the products are made right there in Vermont and came from Vermont Cows just like Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream!! I always go to both the Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Factory and the Cabot Sales Centre located on Vermont State Highway Route 100 in Waterbury, Vermont!
Enjoy!!
Clopin and his tights, eh? 
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Did I mention that he sat on my lap?
Funny thing, I never ate Ben & Jerry's ice cream (I've got nothing against it, just never got around to trying it). But I remember now that it's located in Vermont! 
Anyway, thanks again for those links! ^__^
Yep, not only did I get broiled in that Florida
There are times when a Disney park is NOT The Happiest Place On Earth.
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That's a shame you got sick after your Disney 
I know all about the 'plumbing' 
Probably, a combination of the heat,
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Oy, yes. 
Fortunately, the worst of the sickness was while I was home and could
relax. But I was feeling pretty cranky and miserable almost the whole trip
anyway, and the
Well, ah better shut down and go eat now. Have a great night!
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That's a shame, but at least most of your sickness was at home!
I hear Whiskey calling and it's midnight, so I guess I will have to say Good Night as well!
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(And yep, that's the exact title.
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(I just re-read my first line, and I hope that didn't seem insensitive.
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That's right! You could also join me and fellow Negaduck fan, Scott A at Louie's!
Breaktime is much fun! 
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I'll bet! 
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that's really beautiful, i espically love the pink/purple and the expression on his face, he's such a delicate little flower himself, so gentle *__*
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Hey, I remember you! 
I hope to do some more art soon, but I can't say when. I'm up to my armpits in writing projects at this point.
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WHOO I'M REMEMBERED!!
most welcome 
AIEEEEEE!
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Thankee! And thanks again for friending me and the favos!
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You're welcome!
and thank YOU for friending me too!
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^_^
(Sorry, I finally got to answer this!
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it's completely fine, really
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Thankees!
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aww 
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Plants are sometimes easier to draw than people, but that might depend on the type of plant and all. If you're making it realistic-looking, it can be a bear, but I was going for 'cartoony'.
As for Reggie, I had a bit of help from a book, but mostly to get his face. His body isn't hard to draw, especially his hands, which are so leafy-looking I don't have to worry about doing the fingers. (I have a MAJOR problem with hands! ) Of all the DW characters, he seems the easiest to do (except Liquidator, who's probably the easiest of all).
And btw, I DO like your 'Bobbys', I've just been too busy to get a good look. That one of him stalking is especially cool!
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I never knew about that legend of the dogwood tree, but you really captured the spirit of Bushroot's character here. Kudos!
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I have never heard of that legend somehow, Ethel, and it is so beautiful it brought tears to my eyes. Thanks for sharing. I think the incredible tenderness in Bushroot's face has added to the visual display of the legend, as his temperament matches the sweet sorrow of the plant that Christ so blessed. Beautiful.
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Sorry, my brain's still asleep. I forgot to thank you for faving!
That legend has always meant a lot to me.
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I've never seen a dogwood! Must google it now!
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They're beautiful.
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Yep, they're more used to the deep South, I think, though this one we had came from Oregon, of all places. But Oregon weather and California weather are definitely worlds apart.
We have a losing streak with some types of plants, but our roses have done really great. Dad just planted several tomatoes and they do fine out here. We love fried green tomatoes, so we like to have plenty on hand.
(Btw, if you go to a British restaurant and see fried tomatoes on the menu, be careful. I ordered some at one years ago, and they were red tomatoes sprinkled with breading and fried until soggy... 
You've seen THAT movie, haven't you? Fried Green Tomatoes?
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LOL! I was about to ask you if you'd seen that wonderful movie then you asked me at the end of your post! LOLOL! Yes, it's a wonderful heartbreaking movie. I still laugh sadistically at what happens to the wifebeating jerk. 
I'll watch those tomatoes....I wish I could eat at a REAL British restaurant IN Britain...ho well, Christy's always sending me lovely souvenirs so it helps ^^
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LOL!!!! Well, at least Frank was finally good for something... 
What makes movies like FRIED GREEN TOMATOES and YA-YA SISTERHOOD special to me is they're geared toward women my age. I call them my "coming-of-age" movies!
The closest I've come to a real British restaurant was the Rose 'n' Crown Pub at EPCOT; but it IS British food cooked and served by British people, so it's cool. Though I would so love to dine at Simpson's-on-the-Strand! ^_^
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