Shivering, I look out the window. As if it's some joke, my thermometer reads 45°. Forty Five Degrees! Is this honestly summer? Well, according to all those I've seen sporting shorts and tank tops, it is, but i'm still sitting here bundled up in my jeans and a sweater... Welcome back to Michigan.
These past two weeks Stateside have been a joy. I feel nothing, but blessed by friends and family. Picking up where we left off with people, three years ago, is a beautiful feeling. However, the cold weather definitely added to my ache for the the tropics of Thailand.
I never realized how much and how soon I would miss the continuous sunshine, beautiful scenery, even the HOT 103° afternoons! I miss walking barefoot down the road to buy a kilo of fresh fruit. I miss the joy of succeeding in communicating a simple question. I miss the smell of fried chili in a favorite restaurant we named "The Shack". I miss my slow paced lifestyle.
Reflecting on these fond memories, I illustrated some of the beauty I used to view on a daily basis. This pencil sketch incorporates some of my favorite things from Thailand, including traditional architecture, sweet ocean breezes, and misty mountain views.
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Welcome Friends!Hi, I'm Hannah, a college student with a passion for creative expression. I find joy in drawing, painting, writing, and dancing. I'm here to inspire others to discover beauty in the mundane through living an artistic lifestyle. Archives
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