
Tish has reminded me today of the art of waiting. An art that seems to be disappearing in our world of next day deliveries and instant communications. It is an art we should cherish as waiting is all about anticipation, something James Reeves captured perfectly in his poem Waiting. A poem that also brings back very happy childhood memories for me, as it was the first solo work I ever performed on stage! And the final line;
Was ever such waiting,
Such waiting before?’
– is a little bit how I feel about January squares. I can’t wait to start, but we’ve got forty three days to go. So instead here’s my new squares logo with a promise the theme will be revealed in a fortnight. Above in my square a newt anticipating the January theme, in fact you could say it is a squares hint! I think you are going to like the next Squares even more than October’s lines & squares; some of you may even become as excited as the child in the poem! Whilst you are waiting for the squares party to begin, why not join the hosts of Lens-Artists – Amy, Tina, Patti and Ann-Christine – for their weekly photo challenges. This week’s theme is waiting.
Your logo is wonderful. How did you create it? I could make many guesses about the next theme, but they’d all probably be way off so I’ll wait for some more clues.
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Thank you so much . . I created it using Canva. It is a great online graphic design tool. Lots of templates . . I have been using it a while now and so find it relatively easy to use, but it does take a little bit if getting your head around.
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Great logo. I hope the next one is water related or something and not reptiles. 😁😁😁
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definitely not reptiles, but as for what it is you’ll just have to wait a couple of weeks!
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🙂 🙂 🐢🐊🦎
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That newt spout is super cool!!
Also like the new logo
And 43 days??? That brings the end of the year into perspective big time!
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Thank you 🙂
And yes part of me is yay squares almost here, and then most of me is like….aaargh where did the year go?!
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I hear ya
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Great photo, imaginative architectural feature.
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Thank you, and yes it is brilliant what the architect has created. I’m planning on sharing more of her work on Friday
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A great take on the theme, Becky. Your shot is great!
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Thank you so much. So glad I came across it this week 😃
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I’ll start getting a few squares ready 😉 Love the logo and hope everyone uses it. Roll on January Squares
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Ooh exciting you’ve already started! I wonder what yours are of?!
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Shhh….no telling Becky. I need a head start lol
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Hee hee……another clue will appear next week 😃
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I love that you are my temptress.
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Don’t tell your bestie!!
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Our secret is safe with me. I hope Mr B is none the wiser either
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Not a clue 😘
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Excellent (*_*)
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Ha – love that logo – and the newt. I can understand why people are waiting…!
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Thank you so much 😃
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Intriguing! 🙂 Eagerly awaiting your next clue!
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Yay!
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I look forward to the challenge Becky. I have had fun participating in the last two challenges.
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That’s fabulous to hear ☺️
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Are there lots of these in Edinburgh? 🤔 Just fishing 💕
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What newts?! 😜
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No, squares 😉💕
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January squares are going to be found everywhere, and I’ve got great hopes for both Edinburgh and Glasgow this weekend 😁
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2 in 1? Mac and brolly! 🌈☔⛄💕
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And thermals!
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👍💕
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Love the cheeky newt! An I’m on the edge of my seat waiting for the next Squares theme.
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Yay!!! Not to long to go before I reveal all, may even be able to squeeze in a second hint.
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It is a clever approach. I love your logo. 😀
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Oh thank you Cee. Inspiration struck whilst I was waiting!
And so glad you like the logo, I had so much fun creating it 😊
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What an interesting creature turned fountain/drain.
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Just hope the wall doesn’t collapse!
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What a hoot, that newt. And a great new logo. And also many thanks for the link, Becky.
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It’s such a fab newt isn’t it 🙂 and my pleasure for the link up. Thanks for the inspiration x
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It’s always v. nice when one person sparks another.
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What I love about blogging 😁
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Intrigued now ….
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Yay!
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Oh, for goodness sake, girl – stop wishing your life away! When are we going to Guildford??
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I know I know but if you saw the theme you’d understand!!!
ooh yes must make a date. November is impossibly busy, but maybe December or shall we try January?
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I think December will be ghastly, so let’s say January
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January it is then . . . need to be early as we should all being well be off to Portugal by end of the month. Shall we try and find a Tuesday again?
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Tuesday is a good day for me, Becky
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Great, I’ll look at dates xx
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Cool, send me an email
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A hint in December would be good. Some themes are easy but if this one is the least bit complicated a heads up would be appreciated.
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I am going to confirm the first week of December so you will have four full weeks to prepare . .appreciate it a very busy time xx
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I for one can’t wait… Great poem btw!
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Fabulous :-), and so glad you like it as much as I do
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Love your take on! Thank you, Becky!
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Oh thank you so much. After seeing everyone’s waiting I was inspired! It’s such a great theme.
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A clever approach to our waiting challenge Becky. Love your logo!
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oh thank you so much 🙂 that means so much coming from a Lens-Artist host
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Love the revamped Squares page, what software do you use to create those lovely collages? As for the next topic, I haven’t a clue! But I do like your newt. Sculptures? I could do sculptures, but newts or lizards or snakes probably not 🙄
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oh I am so glad you like it . . . I use Canva. use it quite a bit for HODs so have a paid account. It is quite easy to use once you get used to it!
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PS don’t panic the theme is going to be one that you’re going to have so much fun with!
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So square amphibians and reptiles with the odd dinosaur. ☺
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lol!!
Oooh maybe . . . . there again maybe not . . . . . .
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Oh, poisonous reptiles and amphibians. 😁
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I like to keep you on your toes, and the first hint for October you got in an instant!
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I do have an idea but thought I would keep it to myself.
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Thought you might! Another hint will be shared and then first week of December all will be revealed! Thought I’d better give everyone plenty of time to prepare as so many will be caught up with Christmas
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