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Painting by Lin Lane

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She danced into my life three years ago as if she'd been born with Angel wings. My granddaughter, Eloise; a star aglow, twirling in a ballerina skirt as she sings... words of Taylor's song, "I'll write your name." Summer was filled with playing house for us, and a visit two blocks away to a Snowball stand. For Elle, it was never a decision to make a fuss of a flavor to choose as we walked, hand in hand. She only cared about which color. It was a game. The painting I posted was from a photo of her sitting on the shelf as her blue ice treat was made. Days spent with Eloise are like a sweet liqueur, and the bond of affection we share will never fade. She has a baby sister, Grace. I love just the same.

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Mark Koplin

Date: 9/23/2023 1:10:00 PM

This is so perfect and so beautiful!

Lin Lane
Date: 9/23/2023 1:42:00 PM

You've seen many pictures of this little darling, who you've nicknamed 'Little Peanut.' Thank you for your sweet thoughts.

Tania Kitchin

Date: 9/23/2023 5:19:00 AM

Lin, a sweet poem and beautiful painting, one you will cherish forever, you're a very talented lady. So happy to see that your grandchildren bring you so much joy!

Lin Lane
Date: 9/23/2023 5:35:00 AM

Thanks so very much, Tania. They own my heart.

Jan Allison

Date: 9/22/2023 11:27:00 AM

Oh Lin, the picture is just charming you have captured her perfectly !I have watched Elle grow up into the most adorable little lady and the way she is with her baby sister Grace is so lovely to see. A MASSIVE fave! I hope you print the poem out for her parents and for Elle when she is older - this amazing picture would make the most beautiful birthday/gift card too! hugs Jan xx

Jan Allison
Date: 9/22/2023 11:37:00 AM

aww Lin it is something they will treasure, you have captured her likeness to perfection! hugs Jan xx

Lin Lane
Date: 9/22/2023 11:32:00 AM

Thank you so sincerely for all of your lovely thoughts, Jan. You certainly have watched Elle grow up with me. "More pictures!" I get from you every week. lol It will be given to her parents as a gift. I'll hate parting with it, but one day I hope it hangs in her home. Now, I'm getting teary.

Jay Narain

Date: 9/22/2023 10:35:00 AM

A great poet and a painter. Love for grand children is always deep. Nice work.

Lin Lane
Date: 9/22/2023 10:39:00 AM

Thank you again for another visit to me today, Jay. I've 3 that I love dearly and have to divide my heart into thirds.

Alexis Y.

Date: 9/22/2023 8:27:00 AM

WoW Lin, What a lovely and well-written write for your adorable granddaughter. And you paint too. You are so talented, dear lady. Excellent job:-)Alexis

Lin Lane
Date: 9/22/2023 8:51:00 AM

You are always so gracious with your kind remarks, Alexis. Thank you. Don't stay away from the site so long.

Janice Canerdy

Date: 9/22/2023 6:15:00 AM

So you also paint! I wish . . . I love everything about this poem and your artwork, Lin!

Lin Lane
Date: 9/22/2023 8:50:00 AM

Thank you very much for your generous comments, Janice. They're greatly appreciated.