English Park, CA
by Artist Noemi Concepcion
Oil painting on Canvas 20" x 16"
Artwork copyright Noemi Concepcion
Often prayers are said in adoration, thanksgiving, request for forgiveness, or petitions for our needs. Today, I feel like praying for blessings for you readers, as I would wish upon a dear friend... that the Lord give you peace...in your mind, heart and spirit.
"May the Lord bless and keep you!
May the Lord let His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you!
May the Lord look upon you kindly and give you peace."
Numbers 6:24-26
The artwork depicts the English Park near my place. In reality, I love to saunter around this lake as I watch moms pushing their baby carriages, or grandparents playing with their grandchildren. I nod to the joggers, walkers and couples as we pass each other. I slow down my movements as I anticipate the big dog on a leash walk by. I myself go around three times, enough to complete my prayers. I find peace in the calmness of the lake and the swaying trees. The tweeting of the birds and honking of the ducks are music of nature to my ears. Laughter of children brings joy.
