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Sunday, June 23, 2013

Dancing in the street

How is the first day of Summer for you?



Life has been wonderfully busy for us with lots of travel and fun painting



Here is what we are up to

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38 comments:

  1. SplenderosaJune 23, 2013 at 10:53 PM

    How great is this? Just the best !

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    1. helen tilstonJune 24, 2013 at 3:46 AM

      Hello Marsha
      Thank you and wishing you a joyful summer too.
      Helen xx

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  2. RosemaryJune 24, 2013 at 12:02 AM

    Keep on having fun and dancing in the street Helen.

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    1. helen tilstonJune 24, 2013 at 3:47 AM

      Hello Rosemary

      Many thanks for your good wishes. Enjoy tip toeing through the tulips in your corner of paradise.

      Helen xx

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  3. Julie@beingRUBYJune 24, 2013 at 4:10 AM

    Hi Helen
    Lucky you enjoying summer and travel I'm sure we'll all enjoy th art it inspires

    Its a wet wet and cold winter down my way brrrrr ciao ciao. Xxx julie

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    1. helen tilstonJune 24, 2013 at 7:34 AM

      Hello Julie

      We forget that Australia has the opposite season to North America and Europe. Keep taking pictures. I love your recent work

      Helen xx

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  4. French Girl in SeattleJune 24, 2013 at 7:14 AM

    Bonjour Helen. Are you the pretty lady in white? If so, I love your style, lady :-) Have a wonderful summer, whether you paint, shop... or dance in the street. I will try and do the same... Veronique (French Girl in Seattle)

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    1. helen tilstonJune 24, 2013 at 7:35 AM

      Hello Veronique

      Thank you for such a high compliment coming from a French Woman makes me happy. That is indeed me in the white and cream skirt. I can see you dancing now all through France.
      Helen xx

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  5. Jackie and Joel SmithJune 24, 2013 at 7:14 AM

    Happy Summer and Happy Adventures to you, Helen. Summer arrived with rain, more rain and more rain in Seattle. Oh well that's what keeps it the Emerald City I guess. xo J.

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    1. helen tilstonJune 24, 2013 at 7:36 AM

      Hello Jackie and Joel
      Thank you for the good wishes. I hope the rain lifts and you are back to sunshine and regardless of the weather please do dance on the street.

      Helen xx

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  6. Woodside ParkJune 24, 2013 at 9:12 AM

    Hello, there, lovely lady in white! Wishing you a happy summer! And safe travels!! Enjoy :)
    x Loi

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    1. helen tilstonJuly 7, 2013 at 3:50 AM

      Good Morning Loi

      Thank you for your beautiful compliment. Wishing you joy also as you whirl around the Globe

      Helen xx

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  7. 24 CornersJune 24, 2013 at 11:04 AM

    We've has a glorious spring and a glorious start to summer, but today, the rains have come...which is fine as all of nature needs a good soak, and I have to stay inside to work on art...difficult when it's shining out!
    Happy summer!
    xo J~

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    1. helen tilstonJuly 7, 2013 at 3:52 AM

      Hello Jessica

      I hope you manage to get your masterpiece finished in time to enjoy the beautiful weather. Summer is zooming along.
      My best

      Helenx

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  8. A Super DilettanteJune 24, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    My dearest Helen, I adore this picture of you. It's very you! I'm so glad to hear that you are having a glorious summer. I know your dance card is quite full these days (who would be surprised to that? Everyone wants to dance with you) but I just want to say how grateful I am to have your delightful visits to my blog despite the hectic dancing schedule. You always bring a ray of sunshine to wherever you travel. Best wishes, ASD x

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    1. helen tilstonJuly 7, 2013 at 3:54 AM

      Dearest ASD,
      You are most kind in what you say and I shall graciously and delightfully accept such a huge compliment from one so great.
      Your blog always delights my soul and you transport me to beautiful Scotland, a place I have been only in my mind. One day soon I shall see all the beauty your describe.

      Have a glorious weekend

      Helen xx

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  9. DeniseinVAJune 24, 2013 at 1:00 PM

    How wonderful! A great start to summer and may the rest of it be as wonderful :) One of my favorite songs too.

    Denise
    An English Girl Rambles

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    1. helen tilstonJuly 7, 2013 at 3:55 AM

      Hello Denise

      I am delighted you like the song. Wishing you a summer of joy

      Helen xx

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  10. UnknownJune 24, 2013 at 1:40 PM

    First day off summer...only rain and windy weather.
    Hope the summer is coming soon.
    Have a nice week.

    Greetings,
    Inge, my choice

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    1. helen tilstonJuly 7, 2013 at 3:56 AM

      Hello Inge
      Many thanks for stopping by. May your summer be one to remember

      Helen xx

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  11. sandaJune 24, 2013 at 3:04 PM

    You are a classy lady; love the look of white and cream.

    And what song is happier than Martha and the Vandellas' Dancing in the Street? They are one of my favorite "girl groups" from 50s music.

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    1. helen tilstonJuly 7, 2013 at 3:57 AM

      Hello Sanda

      Thank you very much for such a compliment.

      It is a wonderful song and still as fresh and joyful as when it was first recorded.

      Have a wonderful summer

      Helenxx

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  12. KukkaiselämääJune 25, 2013 at 1:07 AM

    Happy summer days, Helen!

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    1. helen tilstonJuly 7, 2013 at 3:57 AM

      Many thanks for your very kind wishes

      To a week full of joy

      Helen xx

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  13. Lacey RJune 25, 2013 at 8:25 PM

    Love your outfit - perfect for a summer day! Those paintings are fantastic too.

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    1. helen tilstonJuly 7, 2013 at 3:58 AM

      Thank you for your compliment and thank you also for complimenting our art.

      Hope your week is spectacular.

      Helenxx

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  14. AnnaJune 26, 2013 at 7:49 AM

    Hello, Lady in White! You look lovely, Helen! It's hot and beautiful, here in Italy! I went to pick up my sister from the villa... the sea is right across the street and I could smell seaweed... so wonderful!

    Off to plant some geranoums in window boxes for the upstairs balconies. LOVE SUMMER!

    HUGS

    ANNA
    xxx

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    1. helen tilstonJuly 7, 2013 at 3:59 AM

      Hello Anna

      Thanks for stopping by and in particular whilst in Italy, where I know you love and treasure every moment.
      Your life there sounds idyllic and I have visions of you walking the streets you strolled upon when a child. Keep smiling

      Helen xx

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  15. GillianJune 26, 2013 at 11:34 AM

    I hope to be dancing in the street in the next few days. We have driven 800 miles and crossed the English Channel in our campervan, to be here at La-Tranche-sur-Mer in the sunshine. I hope to sketch the yachts and wind surfers and try out some "motion paintings" soon. I have the easel, the paints and the canvas with me.
    Hope you continue to have a great summer.
    Cheers Gillian

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    1. helen tilstonJuly 7, 2013 at 4:01 AM

      Hello Gillian

      what a perfect holiday and you have all the ingredients with you to memoralize the holiday. Wishing you blissful day and exciting painting.

      Looking forward to reading all about your discoveries.

      Helen x

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  16. I Dream OfJune 28, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    Glad you are starting the summer off dancing! Hope you are enjoying the travel and the painting, and that the weekend ahead is a lovely one! XO

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    1. helen tilstonJuly 7, 2013 at 4:02 AM

      Hello Jeanne

      Thanks for visiting and for your fond wish. I return the wish of a spectacular summer and week

      Helen xx

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  17. VirginiaJune 29, 2013 at 5:38 AM

    Here in Alabama, summer comes very very early. Thanks for Martha and the girls today!
    V

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    1. helen tilstonJuly 7, 2013 at 4:03 AM

      Hello Virginia

      I hope you find some gentle shade in Alabama. I am pleased you like Martha and the girls.

      Wishing you a week of joy and beauty

      Helenxx

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  18. Cait O'ConnorJuly 7, 2013 at 1:24 AM

    Great song.
    Check out the 'Why Not Dance' (recent) post on my blog, it will get you dancing...

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    1. helen tilstonJuly 7, 2013 at 4:03 AM

      Hello Cait

      Thanks for stopping by and I will indeed be visiting your blog. To a great week

      Helen xx

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  19. YONKSJuly 16, 2013 at 2:47 AM

    I love that candid phot of you Helen, a moment caught in time. Are you back from Ireland. The same happens with my husband when we visit the USA, they always say "welcome home sir"! He loves it. Hope you're enjoying your summer :-)
    Much love.
    Di
    xxxxxx

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  20. helen tilstonJuly 21, 2013 at 11:06 AM

    Hello Di

    Lovely to hear from you. Yes Di I am back in North America and enjoying the beautiful summer weather, visiting friends and lots of painting.
    Hope you are having a lovely time.
    Helen xx

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