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A Gift of a Painting

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painting by Lin Lane

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He offered me a painted flower Its genus I did not know But the token gift had the power to melt my heart of snow I really didn't give a fig if it had been a bent twig The gift he rendered on a whim came from the best part of him

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Bill Baker

Date: 1/23/2024 9:40:00 PM

The best part of each of us is a loving heart. Your painting is eloquent and the poem, a great match. A FAV for my list, my friend. Smiles ~ Blessings to a gifted poet. Hugs, Bill

Lin Lane
Date: 1/24/2024 6:48:00 AM

I agree with you about a loving heart. Thank you for the compliments on both and the fave, Bill. Hugging you back.

David Kavanagh

Date: 1/23/2024 11:29:00 AM

Wow this one seems to be going stratospheric Lin, has that (je ne sais quoi) element, with painting and poem complimenting each other perfectly, yes it is the thought that counts, even if just a bent twig! Very Impressive, cheers David

Lin Lane
Date: 1/23/2024 5:02:00 PM

;-)

David Kavanagh
Date: 1/23/2024 1:09:00 PM

There is genius in the genus!

Lin Lane
Date: 1/23/2024 12:53:00 PM

I'm not sure what's so special about either of them. It's just a rather simple painting and poem... but I'll not complain about the views and comments. Thanks for yours, David.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 1/23/2024 5:47:00 AM

a touching poem and a beautiful piece of art that was subtly intense (if that makes sense). I'm in awe of your creative talents. Thanks for sharing today, hugs, Sara

Lin Lane
Date: 1/23/2024 6:10:00 AM

Sara, your 'subtly intense' remark made me look at the painting from your eyes. I see the pastel frailty of the flower is in contrast to the shadows around it. Or perhaps the few flakes of what looks like snow is in direct opposition to its blooming. Whatever your thoughts, it's a perfect example of how readers can imagine all sorts of things from a poem as well as in a painting. Thanks ever so much. Hugs.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/22/2024 5:41:00 PM

I love this! Wow! Painting is gorgeous!

Lin Lane
Date: 1/22/2024 5:54:00 PM

Thanks so very much, Kim. I started painting on a dare but I think I just dabble at it.

Abdullah Alhemaidy

Date: 1/22/2024 4:07:00 PM

Very beautiful poem and painting!

Lin Lane
Date: 1/22/2024 5:50:00 PM

Thank you for both comments. Thanks. ~AA

Christina Bowring

Date: 1/22/2024 3:20:00 PM

A truly, lovely poem dear Lin accompanied perfectly with your beautiful painting. You are so creatively talented with pen and paintbrush- what a glorious combination! I love the title too and especially the last two lines which is the essence of the poem. Romantic! A pleasure to read and see your artwork. Thank you for sharing. Hugs and smiles xx :):)

Lin Lane
Date: 1/22/2024 5:49:00 PM

A big thank you to you, Christina, for your kind remarks. I’m pleased you like it so much.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 1/22/2024 11:27:00 AM

You're not only a brilliant poet Lin but a brilliant artist too, I wouldn't know where to start. Tom

Jan Allison
Date: 1/22/2024 12:28:00 PM

agreed Tom:-) xx

Lin Lane
Date: 1/22/2024 12:16:00 PM

I’m grateful for your compliments, Tom. Thank you.

Jan Allison

Date: 1/22/2024 11:13:00 AM

aww what a touching piece Lin I especially loved the fig and twig line and melting a heart of snow - it truly is the thought that counts. You are such a talented lady, a gifted artist and your poetry is exquisite :-) hugs Jan xx

Lin Lane
Date: 1/22/2024 12:14:00 PM

An old painting; a newer poem and both have a lot of meaning to me. Thank you, Jan.