"I may not understand your level of stupidity, but I do admire your total commitment to it" is the quote Wendy has given me to work with this week.and I have to marry this with Halle's theme at Art Journal Journey - Botanicals. So you see two figures and two flowers on my journal page but what is it all about? As usual there is a story to unfold which will explain it all to you.
"Betty Blue wanted to buy something special for her mother for "Mother's Day" and so she went down to Hyacinth's Bouquet (the name was chosen based on a British TV Comedy) a well known and very expensive Flower Shop; well known for it's exotic blooms which you didn't see in other shops in ths locality, or even in the bigger towns and city around.
Imagine her surprise when she saw her old school friend, Priscilla Plum, sitting there on one of the flower chairs.
"What are you doing here?" she asked, "I didn't expect to see you here today."
"I work here" was the reply she got. "I am apprentice now to Madam Hyacinth, how can I help you?"
"Err, I want a huge bloom for my mother, something that she will remember for the rest of her life as being a gift from me on Mother's Day,"
"How about a nice little posy made of Forget me Nots, or a vase especially made to show off the beautiful smelling Freesia?"
"No, I want something exotic, a huge bloom that she will remember for the rest if her life" insisted Betty.
"Perhaps some lilies, always popular with everyone."
"No, not large enough and certainly not exotic. besides which, I have an allergy to them as have lots of people. I would assume you would know this."
"Roses then, you know what they say about giving roses to someone."
"More for a man to give to a woman in my book. No! Can I have a huge. bloom that says exotic please."
"I know, perfect for you to give to your mother, Agapanthus. We got some in a few days ago. They are huge."
"Yes, they are huge, I agree, and my mother has a garden full of them, not exotic. Is Madam about? Perhaps she can recommend something. You see I may not understand your level of stupidity, but I do admire your total commitment to it. Now can I see Madam please?"
Let's hope that Betty got the type of flower she wanted for her mother. I am sure Madam Hyacinth could oblige. Perhaps the South African Protea behind Betty in the shop.
10 comments:
I wouldn't have the patience, I must say, if stupidity were to come to mind *laughs*. A fabulous story to go with that saying!
The big flower is finally with her on the page with the two ladies. A plank in front of the head would be even better for the apprentice *joke* . Great page!
hugs Elke
Love it Neet - the story and your page. Yes, some folks just don't 'get' what we are saying at times! ;)
Blessings
Maxine
Great story and characters. I wish I had a garden full of agapanthus, mine are all in pots as they don't like to be out in the winter. Hope all is well with you, hugs Wendy xx
I hope Betty does find the right flower for her mom. Maybe she is being a bit picky? But then, maybe not. :) I love how you worked in the quote story and added those flowers to your page. and I like the white background too. It really makes the flowers pop. And your characters too. Thanks for joining Halle's challenge again Neet. I hope you are having a lovely week and giving your scooter a bit of a work out too. :) hugs-Erika
Betty really is committed the big size - but I understand her friend's opintojen of it 😆
Neet, have a happy day 😘
I laughed out loud at the first line of your post. Love it. I enjoy your creative stories that tell a tale with your art.
Wow! So much cuteness
Much♡love
Beautiful blog
This is WONDERFUL. I love it because Hyacinth Bucket is one of the Brit shows on PBS I sponsor. I love how she insists she is Hyacinth Bouquet. I also loved the story and the lovely bloom you chose for Halle's theme at AJJ.
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These huge flowers and great with the girls!
Thank you, Neet, for entering our challenge at Art Journal Journey.
Hugs,
Mia
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