"Waiting for Santa" and a Merry Christmas from the Rosages'

I painted this one for my youngest daughter, Olivia, who is 8 years old this Christmas.... click on image to enlarge.

"Waiting for Santa"... 8x10" oil on linen panel, alla prima from life, 12-2009.

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Dear Friends and Family...
You all have been a blessing to us and we, the Rosages', wish to extend a special Christmas wish for you... "May the Light of the World light your path in the upcoming year and warm your heart this holiday season"... Merry Christmas!
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We hope you enjoy our special family Christmas Card Video that we made for you... click below.
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In Faith....
Bernie and Tami

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"Live the Story"... Live Nativity at FBC.

Dylan is 19 years old today... man time flies!

Savannah's... "I Got the Chicken Pox for Christmas"

Check out these cool videos I made recently... Lovin' ANIMOTO!

The Four Brush-ka-teers...


Water under the Bridge... Congrats to Peter!...


Painting demo by Bernie Rosage Jr. for Mrs Nickle's 8th grade art class, NBMS...


Christian, Olivia, and Savannah at Fort Branch... 2009...


Fort Branch Battle Reenactment 2009...


The Wild Bunch Enjoy the 2009 Christmas Parade...


The Young Artist Calls it a Night...


Camden's 2nd Birthday...

Carolina Marshes... we sure live in a beautiful area!

Happy Birthday Kristi... we miss you...

When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced.

Live your life so that when you die,

the world cries and you rejoice.

Cherokee Expression

thought for this day...

WARNING: Subliminal content that will make you long for a trip to the mountains...

Tami is quite the wildlife photographer... check these scenic photos from our vacation last month to see what I mean. Warning... this video will make you want to head to the mountains ASAP!
Bernie

July 20th... Remembering Kristi...

Tami, Olivia, and I hiked a couple of trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway yesterday... I came across and photographed this vacant chair at the Brinegar Cabin (milepost 238.5) and thought it symbolic on this day for my entire family.

Of course we remember her every day...
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This was the view from our mountain lodge deck this morning around 6:45 AM...

we never know what a day will bring so we should Cherish Today...

In Faith,
Bernie

Last years post... Art is therapy for me at times... times like this that is... Click HERE...

Enchanting Ireland: Art Exhibit Opening Reception

Enchanting Ireland: Art Exhibit Opening Reception

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A message from Nicholas' mom, Gina.

Subject: Carter baby news
Date: Apr 10, 2009 7:53 PM

Another Angel in Heaven

It is with a heavy heart that we have to report Nicholas John has passed on and is now with his brother in heaven. They took him back for surgery and within a matter of minutes his tiny little body just couldn't handle it anymore and he left us. God made them together and they are now playing together in heaven. Although we only had them for a short time they will never be forgotten. Nicholas will have a service just like his brothers sometime next week, it will again be a private service. He will be buried right next to his brother right at our church. Thanks to everyone for your support through all this, we love you all and only wish we could talk to you one by one to thank you. One more thing before I sign off. I heard this on the radio this morning and thought I would share it:



Dear Mothers (Good Friday)

I raised Him as a good boy, taught Him well, all through His life.
I tried to do the best I could, as a Mother and a wife.
His Step-Dad was a good man, taught Him well in every way,
And treated Him as his own son, until His dying day.

He always was a good boy, never even raised His voice.
Except on some occasions, when He really had no choice.
He treated people kindly, treated everybody fair.
And if somebody had a problem, He would always care.

People always listened, to the words He had to say,
And they would stay and listen, even late into the day.
Everybody loved Him, from the rich to down and out,
But there were some, who did not want Him going all about.

He never did an evil deed, as everybody knows.
There were a few who said, "He's always stepping on our toes."
"This Man is speaking blasphemy," said leaders in their quote.
"We have the perfect setup here, and He's rocking our boat."

"If only we could shut Him up, and go on like it's been,
But, if He will not shut His mouth, we must get rid of Him.
"So, on that Friday, I stood by and watched them kill my son.
While others watched and wondered, 'what on earth has this boy done?'

I raised Him as a good boy, He made life so rich and full,
And just because He spoke like God, He's called a criminal.
A mother loves her children and she gives the very best.
A mother does the best she can and prays God does the rest.

If God blessed you with children, you must give them back to Him,
And realize deep in your heart, that He's in charge of them.
In this life, there will be times, when you don't understand,
What God is doing, but you know you've done the best you can.

On that Friday, it felt like my heart ripped from my chest,
But, I knew God was in charge and I had done my best.
To be a mother is a blessing, that God does bestow,
But, someday, wants His children back and I thought you should know.
-Mary

Baby Nicholas is a fighter!

A note from Erin (Maw) concerning Michael and Gina Carter's son, Nicholas...

The carter baby Nicholas is doing so much better and proving to be a little fighter. Catherine and John wanted me to relay to everyone that they are so thankful for the thoughts and prayers you all have sent their way.
Thank you, Erin

Baby Michael and Baby Nicholas (twins) arrived in this world several weeks early on March 28th. Baby Michael went home to be with the Lord on March 30 and Baby Nicholas continues to fight the odds. Please keep him and his parents, Michael and Gina Carter, in your prayers.

This photo proves a picture is worth a thousand words... mommy, and daddy holding baby Nicolas' feet...


I'll be happy to see a pair of baseball cleats on those cute feet someday!

If you'd like to leave a note for Mike, Gina, John and Catherine, and the rest of the family I'll make sure they get it...

Comment Here...


Bernie

Camden's GROWING like a weed!

Look at this cutie!

Our grandson, Camden, is GROWING like a weed!

Lyndsey (Camden's mom) entered this photo (that Maw took) in the Great American Photo Contest and Camden Michael Carter needs your vote. The photo with the most votes wins the monthly prize of 2,500.00.

Please click on the URL below to vote for Camden Michael Carter:

http://www.greatamericanphotocontest.com/voter1/index_c.aspx?referid=EmailFriends_AB1&p=1272728&x=.jpg

Voting is quick and easy!

Thanks...

Granddad and Nonnie.

Happy 10th Birthday Christian!

Look who just turned ten years old ... our grandson Christian!
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Christian Matthew Rosage
Born January 29, 1999
7 pounds 8 ounces
20 inches long
Three Days Old in this Photo

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More photos from his party coming soon...

Arctic Blast.... BBBRRRRRRRR!

The United States has been hit hard this winter and finally the Arctic Blast (as it has been dubbed by our local TV forecasters) has hit Southeastern NC. Every morning I cut on my computer to look at local news, check emails, and see what's up with the weather. In fact, my opening page shows the temps for Jacksonville NC, Fleetwood NC (where our family mountain lodge is), and Oakland MD (where my wife is from)... this morning the temps read... Jacksonville @ 18 degrees, Fleetwood @ 0 degrees, and Oakland @ -9 degrees... BRRRRRRRRRR! I realize there are people throughout this great country who are laughing at my 18 degrees... the tables are turned in the summer when we get the 100+ temps and it doesn't bother us.

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Here are a few "Arctic Blast" paintings I did last year. The scenes are set in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Boone, NC.

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Click on paintings to enlarge...

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"Snowy Barn"... 6x8" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 2008.

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"Snowy Path in the Blue Ridge"... 6x8" Oil on panel, alla prima, 2008.

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"Winter's Rush"... 6x8" Oil on Panel, alla prima, 2008.

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Stay warm... thanks for dropping by... feel free to leave a comment and let me know what the temperature is in your area.

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Bernie

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PS... I have included Olivia's (my Lil' painting buddy) painting that she brought home from school today...


"Blizzard Snowman and Dog"... 9x12" Watercolor and Crayon by Olivia Rosage, age 7, 1-2009.

Plein air demo by Bernie from recent trip to Boone...

Drop by and check out my last painting for 2008... done on location en plein aire at ASU which provided a nice setting and a much needed break from the kids. I took photos at various stages and recorded some thoughts about the process... drop by for a look...

Artistic Release: "Alla Prima" Oil Paintings: Plein Air Painting Demo from Appalachian State University Campus by Bernie Rosage Jr....