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Sunday, August 28, 2016

Sunday Sketches (From England)

Just a quick note for this week's Sunday Sketches and terribly sorry it's so short. We're boarding a train this afternoon and are on our way back to London to send the youngest back to the US. It's bittersweet as we've had a lovely time with each of the boys here but also thankful to have had the time with them.

This week's sketch came to life in an adorable coffee/cake shop called, Lovebrew Cafe. A darling shop with fantastic cakes and cups of tea. If you're ever in the area, you must pop in and say hello!

When we return to Scarborough on Monday afternoon, I promise to catch up with everyone from last week and this week. It's been quite busy with family coming and going, as well as, helping Michael's sister with various things and so forth. I'm looking forward to catching up with everyone. Love to all!

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36 comments:

  1. ChristineAugust 27, 2016 7:24 PM

    adorable, darling sketch from England today Alexandra!

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  2. Jane Lazenby ~ ArtistAugust 27, 2016 9:54 PM

    Alexandra I just love this little school girl and the precious background.. It fits together so nicely. Sounds like a great trip you are having!! I know it is hard to say good bye to family but so glad you had a nice visit with the children before they are having to leave... have a great new week and safe travels!!

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    1. Alexandra MacVeanSeptember 02, 2016 5:45 AM

      Awww...thank you, Jane. It's been a good trip overall. Now that the children are back home in the US, it's time to really get focused on our main purpose of temporarily moving to England. Love to you!

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  3. NatureFootstepAugust 28, 2016 3:39 AM

    ah, she seem to be going to school. I hope she will learn a lot. :)
    My entry today is a year old and drawn in PS. :)

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    1. Alexandra MacVeanSeptember 02, 2016 5:44 AM

      hee hee thank you! And thanks for joining us this week. :)

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  4. UnknownAugust 28, 2016 3:59 AM

    Lovely sketch!
    My brother is going to London next week. I'll tell him about the coffee shop. :)

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    1. Alexandra MacVeanSeptember 02, 2016 5:44 AM

      Thank you very much! I do hope your brother has a lovely time!

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  5. bailiAugust 28, 2016 4:24 AM

    really glad that you had great time with your loved one i miss my son who lives in another city due to his job and when we meet earth becomes heaven for us

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    1. Alexandra MacVeanSeptember 02, 2016 5:43 AM

      Awwww, I'm sure you do! And thank you. I do miss my father who passed too early from this world but I do know I'll see him in heaven one day. :)

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  6. IleanaAugust 28, 2016 6:59 AM

    Such a sweet sketch! All the best to you on your travels!

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  7. carol l mckennaAugust 28, 2016 9:54 AM

    Ah so adorable ~ love this little girl with her teddy bear and the black board background is a great touch ~ Lovely illustration ~

    Happy Week to you ~ ^_^

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    1. Alexandra MacVeanSeptember 02, 2016 5:42 AM

      Thank you, Carol. It took awhile but she finally came together in the end. :)

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  8. FallingladiesAugust 28, 2016 10:36 AM

    She looks so good against that chalkboard background! The coffee shop sounds lovely, there is just something about diners and coffee shops, i guess they imply time to linger!

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    1. Alexandra MacVeanSeptember 02, 2016 5:42 AM

      Awww...thank you for your compliment! It is was very hard to leave that day. :)

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  9. VictoriaAugust 28, 2016 1:59 PM

    Hi kindred..super-gorgeous sketch..she is a beauty, love her red hair...she is an enchanting soul! and such a beautiful photo, the cup has a such a magical color..lovely! Enjoy your day my friend..wishing you a beautiful end to summer
    Victoria

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    1. Alexandra MacVeanSeptember 02, 2016 5:41 AM

      Hello sweet girl! So lovely to have you pop in as I've been wondering about you. Thank you for your beautiful compliment. :) xx

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  10. Lisabella RussoAugust 28, 2016 2:50 PM

    Oh that sketch is so lovely, she is darling! I am glad your trip is going so well.

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  11. MeggymayAugust 28, 2016 3:46 PM

    A beautiful sketch . I love this adorable schoolgirl, she looks at home the the blackboard behind her.
    Yvonne x

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    1. Alexandra MacVeanSeptember 02, 2016 5:40 AM

      Thank you, Yvonne and thank you so much or popping by. x

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  12. NeesieAugust 28, 2016 4:40 PM

    This post and illustration really touched me Alexandra, because over the years I've had to say goodbye numerous times to my daughter going back school.
    A cute illustration... love the blackboard addition and that coffee shop looks a lovely place to chill for a few hours.
    Good luck for all the travelling and hopefully life will settle down soon.
    Happy Sunday Sketches

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    1. Alexandra MacVeanSeptember 02, 2016 5:39 AM

      Wow, Neesie. Humbled that something I did blessed you. Thank you for your lovely compliment as well. :)

      xx

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  13. Jennifer RoseAugust 28, 2016 5:46 PM

    that is a great sketch, wonderful background :)

    I have always really liked mugs/cups glazed like those ones :)

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    1. Alexandra MacVeanSeptember 02, 2016 5:39 AM

      Thank you so much, Jennifer. This is a fabulous cup! Wish I could grab one and send to you. hee hee :)

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    2. Jennifer RoseSeptember 02, 2016 5:44 AM

      thanks :D

      I see so many mugs I like and want to buy but then I remember the cupboard with the mugs is bursting :p

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  14. Serena LewisAugust 28, 2016 9:01 PM

    I love your sketch this week, Alexandra! The coffee/cake shop sounds delightful! Wishing safe travels to your youngest.

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    1. Alexandra MacVeanSeptember 02, 2016 5:38 AM

      Awww thanks very much, Serena. The coffee/cake shop is absolutely wonderful! :)

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  15. GigglesAugust 28, 2016 9:33 PM

    Love your adorable sketch from England and the photo too...Love the tea cup!

    Hugs Giggles

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  16. alarmcatAugust 29, 2016 7:07 PM

    i love this little sketch ... and the background you've selected! i was out of town all weekend so didn't have time to sketch but i wanted to be sure and stop by and say "hello!"

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    1. Alexandra MacVeanSeptember 02, 2016 5:37 AM

      Awww thank you very much. Thanks for popping in and do hope we see you this week!
      xx

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  17. Magic Love CrowAugust 30, 2016 8:26 PM

    Happy everything is going well! The sketch is so adorable and that treat looks so yummy with the tea!! Hugs!

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    1. Alexandra MacVeanSeptember 02, 2016 5:37 AM

      Thank you, sweetie. All is well overall. Some challenges but working through those. :)

      xx

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  18. MichaelSeptember 20, 2016 7:33 AM

    PERFECT illustration all round. LOVE it. Totally. And wonderful photo too. I can;t help but feel cozy after this....what is that called? "Who-gah?" Can't recall how to spell that Danish word but you capture it here!:)

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