Thank you Fifi! Thank you for your generous gift! I love your painting of Maggie! If you haven't visited Fifi's blog before, please treat yourself to her inspiring art and all that she shares! Lots of color, whimsy AND artistic creativity.. oh to be able to have her talent!
This was her inspiration ...
I will cherish the painting forever!
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Morning, Kim. Oh, my stars! What a darling likeness of Miss Maggie!
Mary
Posted by: Mary | September 01, 2008 at 08:41 AM
I just love Maggie...and now her picture is adorable!...What a wonderful gift!
Posted by: LisaJanelle | September 01, 2008 at 08:50 AM
Very pretty!
Posted by: Melissa (Missy) | September 01, 2008 at 08:51 AM
Those eyes!
What a treasure! Where will you put it?
Posted by: sandi @ the whistlestop cafe | September 01, 2008 at 09:09 AM
Happy labor Day, Kim! What a precious painting of little Maggie. Fifi is very talented and I'm glad you for to receive such a heart warming gift.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Posted by: | September 01, 2008 at 09:19 AM
What a great painting of sweet Maggie! I am heading over to visit Fifi!
xo
Penny
Posted by: Penny @ Lavender Hill Studio | September 01, 2008 at 09:22 AM
Dear Kim, What a beautiful subject. And what a special painting. Give Maggie a kiss from me. Diane
Posted by: Diane | September 01, 2008 at 09:47 AM
I saw that on Fifi's blog....what a generous, beautiful gift from a very generous soul!
It'll look perfect in your happy home!
Posted by: Linda@Lime in the Coconut | September 01, 2008 at 09:49 AM
Kim, what an adorable painting of Maggie. Fifi does some wonderful pictures, I'd love to have one too.
Rhoda
Posted by: Rhoda | September 01, 2008 at 10:09 AM
Hi Kim,
Maggie is to eating for a kissing! As can put these gestures so tricked? Those eyes so expressive! If my Gos d'Atura Duc known, fell in love with it instantly, I am sure! ;-)
Posted by: Ana. | September 01, 2008 at 10:29 AM
O.M.G. - what a wonderful gift!!!!! And, the eyes - Fifi definitely "got" the eyes. A treasure, to be sure.
MimiG
Posted by: MimiG | September 01, 2008 at 10:49 AM
What a beautiful capture! It is SO Maggie and SO Daisy Cottage. Fabulous, fabulous. I want Fifi's genes ;-)
Posted by: Lallee | September 01, 2008 at 11:05 AM
You KNOW I love a great pet portrait!
And this is DEFINITELY one....love it love it love it! She looks like she would be SO fun to paint.
Layla
The Lettered Cottage
Posted by: Layla Palmer | September 01, 2008 at 11:18 AM
Kim
what a great painting--nice gift for you!
Posted by: Tara | September 01, 2008 at 11:32 AM
What a talented artist! Thank you so much for sharing Fifi's site - I've bookmarked her already. Fifi did an outstanding job on Maggie's portrait. Not only is Fifi a great talent, but she's got a beautiful soul. I'm smitten with Maggie and it goes without saying, with Fifi's work.
Posted by: Gabriela | September 01, 2008 at 11:50 AM
Lovely. I didn't realize that the so talented Fifi was a painter as well..... What a beautiful paiting of Maggie. I can't wait to see where it will hang!
Posted by: Andrea @ Big Creek Cottage | September 01, 2008 at 11:51 AM
Kim (and Fifi),that looks just like Maggie! And Maggie's in the perfect setting at McKim's Cottage. Cute!
Posted by: sandra/tx | September 01, 2008 at 11:59 AM
First, I LOVE your new photo too. You are a lovely lady.
Next, what a great painting of Maggie!!
Blessings,
Sher
Posted by: Sher's Creative Expressions | September 01, 2008 at 12:01 PM
Hi,
I have a little award for you over at my blog. Thanks for all the work you do on your blog...it's awesome!
Susan http://betweennapsontheporch.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Susan | September 01, 2008 at 12:01 PM
Aw, how cute!
Posted by: | September 01, 2008 at 12:24 PM
Love it! That is great! Fifi is very talented. I know you will cherish that painting forever. I'm always amazed that you are NOT afraid of color like most of us. :)
Betty in Oklahoma
Posted by: | September 01, 2008 at 12:26 PM
That is adorable! She did a great job!
Posted by: At Home Redesigns | September 01, 2008 at 12:28 PM
When I saw the title of your post I took it very literal. I thought I was going to see Maggie painting something.....silly me :)
I saw this painting over at Fifi's blog and I love it!! Maggie is so adorable and so is the painting.
Posted by: Tracey | September 01, 2008 at 12:40 PM
Hi Kim,
What a sweet painting of Miss Maggie! She did an amazing job :)
Hugs,
Dena
Posted by: Dena | September 01, 2008 at 12:54 PM
WoW - great job! LindaSonia
Posted by: LindaSonia | September 01, 2008 at 01:09 PM
Wow! She really captured Maggie's personality! Pensive Maggie. Such a sweet doggy.
Posted by: Kim | September 01, 2008 at 01:56 PM
That is just precious!
Posted by: Kim Hancock | September 01, 2008 at 02:45 PM
What a wonderful picture of your little diva. It shows her gentle, soulful eyes.
Posted by: JAN | September 01, 2008 at 02:57 PM
Hi Kim,
That is such a great likeness, Fifi is so talented. I love her blog :)
Are you having any trouble with Gustov ??? I hope not !!! I am praying for all in his path.
All the best,
Kathy :)
Posted by: Kathy :) | September 01, 2008 at 04:19 PM
Absolutely Beautiful!
A very generous gift
that I know you will
treasure!
I just love poppin' in
to your blog to see what
is happening here--always
something colourful, fun
and/or magical taking place!
Donna
*first-time commenter
long-time blurker! : )
Posted by: Donna | September 01, 2008 at 04:24 PM
Oh, beautiful! I would cherish it too! I know you have a really special place for it.
Brenda
Posted by: Brenda Kula | September 01, 2008 at 06:46 PM
Sweet Maggie is worthy of her own portrait. How sweet of Fifi!
Hugs,
Cathie
Posted by: Catherine | September 01, 2008 at 07:17 PM
Hi Kim,
Oh I love it. That is so precious, I would love to have one of Jackson someday. Where are you gong to hang it?
Hugs,
LeAnn:)
Posted by: LeAnn | September 01, 2008 at 07:29 PM
What a great and thoughtful gift. I know you will treasure it forever. How does Maggie like seeing how beautiful she is?
Have a wonderful evening.
Jean in Virginia
Posted by: | September 01, 2008 at 07:50 PM
That is so sweet!
Posted by: alice | September 01, 2008 at 08:31 PM
What a treasure! Fifi captured Maggie perfectly.
Posted by: Susan Ramey Cleveland | September 01, 2008 at 09:09 PM
Oh.My.Word! How wonderful! I'm so jealous. I'd love one of our Miss Daisy too.
Hugs!
Kat
Posted by: Kat | September 01, 2008 at 09:46 PM
Fifi really captured Maggie's expression and soul and the colours are very 'Daisy Cottage' She really is an amazing artist! And I also love your new portrait photo, Kim. You look gorgeous. x
Posted by: Jo | September 02, 2008 at 07:04 AM
Oh, I gotta say...that is JUST GREAT! I know you will cherish that...and smile everytime you look at it...lol...
Posted by: Lisa Edwards | September 02, 2008 at 09:27 AM
What a nice gift. I have a little Award for you on my blog. I don't know how to send the badge to you but please copy and post it on your blog. You deserve it! P.iloveyourblog.jpg
Posted by: Pam | September 02, 2008 at 09:52 AM
How cute is that!
Posted by: paintergal | September 02, 2008 at 10:08 AM
I LOVE it..........That is such a beautiful picture of Maggie girl. I know you are proud of it.
Posted by: Bea | September 02, 2008 at 11:46 AM
Beautiful picture, Fifi has captured Maggies expression perfectly. Jane
Posted by: Jane | September 02, 2008 at 12:41 PM
Hi Kim and Miss Maggie, what a wonderful gift. Fifi is such a talented lady. Of course, nothing can compare to the
"original" Miss Maggie but it is such a sweet and thoughtful gift. Give Maggie a big hug and kiss from her most devoted fan in Tennessee. LOL! Becky
Posted by: Becky from Tennessee | September 02, 2008 at 12:46 PM
How wonderful! :-)
Posted by: Jackie | September 02, 2008 at 03:55 PM
Wonderful! She really did a great job for you and I am sure you will treasure it always.
Posted by: Joy | September 02, 2008 at 04:52 PM
Oh my, that painting is wonderful. Maggie is beautiful. Fifi is a great artist and a good friend. Nice thing to do for you.
Posted by: Elizabeth | September 02, 2008 at 06:55 PM
Dear Maggie, What a Lovely picture that Miss Fifi did of you. I know that Mom loves it:) I hope I see you in the new Romantic Country.
I stop by often to see what you have been up to, but never left you a note.I think you and your Mon have a Beautiful Blog. Hugs, Mary:)
Posted by: Mary | September 02, 2008 at 07:22 PM
Oh, it's beautiful! Fifi is so talented.
Hugs,
Donna
Posted by: | September 02, 2008 at 07:52 PM
This is so lovely. What a wonderful gift, Maggie is the cutest. Karen
Posted by: karen cox | September 02, 2008 at 09:56 PM
What a wonderful painting! I also wanted to comment on your new photo, Kim it is beautiful. You look so young! I don't know what you're doing, but keep it up!;)
Posted by: Debbie P | September 02, 2008 at 10:34 PM
Hi Kim,
Did I ever have a surprise when I read your great photo shoot post about Fifi!! When I pulled up her site, I discovered that I had done a watercolor painting of her cottage some time ago and have recently moved close by the cottage. I e-mailed Fifi about the coincidence and then to add to that I bumped into her while shopping in Michaels. PLEASE visit my new blog hellosunshine.typepad.com for the story. Thanks for all the sunshine you bring. Marcy
Posted by: marcy chapman | September 02, 2008 at 11:09 PM
So cute!!! Maggie is the cutest little pup! I wanted to invite you take part in an event that I'm hosting September 4-7 called "Show Us Your Pretty Pumpkin."
Take a pic of your prettiest pumpkin, leave a comment with a link, and Sept. 4-7 I will add your post to the list.
Posted by: Mo | September 02, 2008 at 11:33 PM
OH KIM!
That painting of Miss Maggie is something to behold...lovely! I so wish I could paint like FiFi...I would love a painting of my Maggie and Cookie...I would put their paintings in a place of prominence and show the world how much they are loved...just like your Maggie...where are you hanging her precious picture? AND most importantly how is Miss Maggie handling her new found celebrity...I mean seriously, she's had her portrait done...something sadly, I can say has never happened to me...she must be beside herself! LOL
Love it...
Teresa
Posted by: Teresa | September 03, 2008 at 12:42 AM
I love Fifi. She's so talented. What a gift to have a painting of Maggie from her! Beautiful! -Julia
Posted by: Hooked on Houses | September 03, 2008 at 10:03 AM
ohhhh that is too sweet-
Posted by: My Maine Cottage | September 04, 2008 at 03:58 PM
Kim, what a precious painting of that precious Maggie! I know it must have been a thrill to receive this. I'm so happy for you!
Hugs,
Sheila :-)
Posted by: Sheila | September 04, 2008 at 09:06 PM
WOW she did a wonderful job, u are so lucky to have such a thoughtful an generous friend.
Posted by: row. | September 05, 2008 at 12:53 AM
Wow, she did a beautiful job! Very sweet painting of your beloved pup.
Posted by: Tammy | September 05, 2008 at 08:32 PM
OMG I love it! How CUTE is that painting! Of course, Fifi had a great subject. :)
Posted by: Sharon | September 05, 2008 at 10:32 PM
What a gorgeous painting! Maggie is so adorable; one look at her and she melted my heart.
Jessica
Posted by: Jessica | September 06, 2008 at 08:41 PM
How wonderful! I didn't realize Fifi was a painter too. She really captured Maggie.
Posted by: karla nathan | September 09, 2008 at 09:44 PM