I bought a cheap ticket for the theatre tonight but I feel too jaded after nights to go.
I'm not feeling well today.
A few years ago, I fell for a simple glass study of a seagull which I noticed in a small gallery in Broadstairs.
My husband bought it and for months it sat in the window of the kitchen gathering dust and in risk of being smashed by Albert's gammy leg.
When we split I asked to keep it and today I had an idea to keep it safe.
I framed it.
And it looks mighty fine
It now is a constant reminder of the British seaside tradition
Of beach huts and sun loungers.
Steep cobbled streets and Morelli's ice cream
Of fish pie, micro pubs, people watching and of hot sand......overly hot sand beneath my feet.
I'm not feeling well today.
A few years ago, I fell for a simple glass study of a seagull which I noticed in a small gallery in Broadstairs.
My husband bought it and for months it sat in the window of the kitchen gathering dust and in risk of being smashed by Albert's gammy leg.
When we split I asked to keep it and today I had an idea to keep it safe.
I framed it.
And it looks mighty fine
It now is a constant reminder of the British seaside tradition
Of beach huts and sun loungers.
Steep cobbled streets and Morelli's ice cream
Of fish pie, micro pubs, people watching and of hot sand......overly hot sand beneath my feet.
Your seagull is a beautiful object. It looks good in that frame. Very tasteful. My seaside memories are more of hobbling over the shingle and pebbles rather than soft sand as we used to go down to the Sussex coast.
ReplyDeleteHope you feel better soon.
What a lovely seagull and I love your musings about all the seaside things it calls to mind. Well done in getting it framed!
ReplyDeleteHope you feel lots better soon. Have some chicken soup as we feel that's right up there with penicillin as help for what ails you.
Hugs!
The seagull looks good. I miss the seaside.
ReplyDeleteI remember the seagull. Like a real seagull. It looks good framed. x
ReplyDeleteIt looks beautiful in the frame. Time for you to start a gallery wall in the cottage, you have some lovely pieces.
ReplyDeleteIt looks lovely framed.
ReplyDeleteSeagulls remind me of Troy my dog we lost last year, he hated them and would go mad when he heard them. Used to make me laugh every time. Happy memories x
ReplyDeleteGood idea to frame it.
Bittersweet memories
DeleteI love the framed seagull! You are developing quite a collection. I would like to do some shadow box frames of an assortment of small items and photographs that were my Grandmothers. I've seen similar done before and I like the look.
ReplyDeleteTesco and sainsburys sell them for pennies
DeleteYour seagull is a beauty. Get better quickly.
ReplyDeleteOh you have mentioned just 2 of my most favourite words!!,Seagulls and Broadstairs!,I lived in Ramsagte for a while and used to walk into Broadstairs a lot.It is a beautiful area.And I just love seagulls!Even though I live in Leicester,about 85 miles from the nearest coast,the seagulls visit every day for the over night dried out cat food that I put out for them.Hope that you feel better tomorrow John,xx
ReplyDeleteI used to go to Broadstairs a great deal.
DeleteI suspect I will never set foot in the place again
I remember when you found this and how much you liked it.
ReplyDeleteStill very lovely. At one time where you thinking of putting it above the door ?
Be well soon.
cheers, parsnip
How things change x
DeleteYour seagull is more handsome, and safer, framed.
ReplyDeleteYour words are very poetic.
ReplyDeleteIt is good you're keeping the things that bring you joy, I think it's so easy to throw all the old away in a lump... which I have done on more than one occasion.
ReplyDeleteHope you felt better and changed your mind about the theater!
ReplyDeleteI dont and I didnt and im off to bed x
DeleteLovely! Glass behind glass!
ReplyDeleteYour seagull was probably beautiful unframed, but the frame sets it off and gives it more focus. As a retired elementary art teacher, I know the power of a frame! I used to cut simple frames of colored paper for the kiddos' art work. What a difference it made in the art work and how happy it made the children! (Not comparing your seagull with their artwork!)
ReplyDeleteIt's a bittersweet picture. It's got too much of Chris about it in my opinion.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts excactly bittersweet memories could be a sign that you have moved on or hanging on to the past I hope you can treasure it for what it is a lovely work of art and that it brings you joy when you look at it John.
ReplyDeleteIt looks a very delicate piece, framing it was a good idea I think. Glad you got to keep it.
ReplyDeleteJo in Auckland
I've never heard of 'sea pie'; it sounds so good.
ReplyDeleteI've never collected any art. What have I been thinking?
ReplyDeletewhat I remember about Broadstairs other than the beach was the button on the floor of the boadinghouse dining room table that summoned the maid to bring the next course at dinner. Being the only child I was "allowed" to crawl under the table cloth and push the button once!! BTW ... this was pre-1950!!
ReplyDeleteCan't help wondering if your unused ticket was for a production of 'The Seagull', hardly a play to make you feel better, though it might well make you fall asleep. I find the soporific effect of just about anything of Chekhov's conducive to a slumberous state. (If it wasn't 'The Seagull' ignore this comment). Do feel better quickly.
ReplyDeleteThat’s a lovely seagull, John and a bit quieter than the live ones! Although the sound of seagulls first thing in the morning, always reminds me of summer holidays with Cornish relatives when I was a little girl. Hope you’re feeling better this morning!
ReplyDeleteI hope you had a good sleep and are feeling better today. You are getting quite a collection going, lovely.
ReplyDeleteRaffie the puppy and I have been swooped on twice by a seagull on our seafront walks. It was very alarming, the second time I was with a friend and she was frightened.
At least that one won't nick your half-eaten Cornish pasty!
ReplyDeleteThe seagull looks lovely behind glass. And it will be safe.
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