September 26, 2009
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Oct 1 is First Thursday in The Pearl, a section of town where most of the galleries are located. I’ve probably been twice and it’s been going on most of my adult life. Nothing about it appeals to me but I don’t mind going with someone who enjoys that sort of thing because then they can explain art to me. Mostly, I don’t get it.
Music, literature, food, film, design, be it clothing or furniture; I could go on. All these things I have an opinion on that I can back up. I know what I like and why. But walking by most gallery windows leaves me nonplussed. Rarely does anything appeal to me and even when it does I don’t feel confident about my choice. The one exception was something I bought on a cruise. It was a good enough deal I didn’t question it. I bid on it and it was mine. I loved the colors and the tongue-in-cheek seductivity and even though the frame was garish I was happy to have it.
My new friend the painter is coming up from the beach to take me to First Thursday and dinner. I’d almost rather eat here in order to avoid the issue of who pays. We’ve gone out for a meal four times now and I have always paid for myself. The first and last time he tried to. It seems to be tied to his level of interest; that is, the two middle times he was happy not to pay was when his ex-wife was acting like she wanted him back.
Once again she is living with her boyfriend and this time he says he’s done. We’ll see. I’m still not sure how I feel about him so I’d just as soon continue to pay my own way. But I don’t want to deter him by sending the message that I’m not interested. Because I am.
Comments (3)
Keep it honest and you’re doing good
. You know this.
here’s the secret to art— love what you love and ignore the other voices. it’s only good if it speaks to you! the experts will tell you all kinds of things, but if the art doesn’t move you, then it’s not for you- it’s that simple. learning about artists, styles, etc can increase your appreciate the way learning about music and musicans can but in the end- it’s your own heart telling you what is true for you that matters! that’s why there’s so many different kinds and styles of art out there! so relax, enjoy dinner, pay for it bc you’re that kind of person, and laugh at the art you find cold!
I did not read your entry about your new relationship with God.
In a relationship with God, I want to know more of Him so I read the Bible. This way, I know what He likes and dislikes. He also enjoys the time I spend with Him by reading the Bible.
As for the change in behavior, I don’t think we can do anything to make us worthy of His love (because we never will be). The reason for changing our behavior is to please Him and because it is the sign that we are Christians.
But keep up the relationship with God and I have no doubt you will become even more changed — for the better.