Thursday 16 August 2012

London during the Olympics and a little Give-Away

London during the time of the Olympics felt very special. We went for the first day of the competitions to watch Beach-Volleyball. The stadium was at Horseguard Parade and the air was filled with expectations, fun and joy. Being only a temporary structure the stadium looked amazing, the games were very exciting and everybody enjoyed it.
And then they were these dotted around London - the Wenlocks. I only caught a few but they were good fun
Being British my DH had decided to become a Gamemaker during the Olympic Games. He was designated as one of the official drivers for the officials who wanted to get a lift from airports, Olympic venues, .... He quite enjoyed it and met some interesting people. It was the first time I saw him in uniform ......
The next one is now the Paralympics and we will try to get some tickets. I am really looking forward to it.

And now something quite different. I passed the 500 blog post mark and I have more than 200 followers! This is so amazing and I cannot thank everybody enough for always being so kind and generous. It is definitely time for a little give-away!
Now having started to use canvas and tissue and just loving it, my give-away are a few canvases, some white and not so white tissue paper, some white acrylic paint and a few extra bits which you might find useful ....
If you are interested, please just leave a comment. I will draw the winner the next Sunday, so there is hopefully plenty of time to stop by. Petra.



11 comments:

Valerie-Jael said...

Lucky you being in London for the Olympics, sounds like it was a lot of fun! Valerie

Terry said...

Great pictures and how fun and exciting for your husband!! Blogging is just amazing with the things we learn and people we meet, some in person and some just online! Congratulations and looking forward to many more!

Lynn Stevens said...

Petra, It must have been so exciting to be there in person. How cool your DH got into all the action.
I've never heard of a Wenlock, those are really cute!
hugs Lynn

Debi said...

Hey Petra! I always love your photos and these are a real treat. Me and my kids are watching the Olympics every night on DVDs my dad taped for us and sent out from the uk , as we don't have a tv, so we are really enjoying the Olympics. Love those wenlocks! Finally thanks for the chance to win your giveaway :-) and congrats on all your followers, debi x

Netty said...

Such a smashing experience to visit the Games and your husband didn't really want his picture taken did he...........lol
I would love to win your giveaway and you know I would make good use of these terrific prizes. Thank you for such an opportunity. x

Anonymous said...

wow - looks like great times at the Olympics. Thanks for the give away! Hope I win. Love your blog!

Electra said...

Ooo, you are so fortunate to have been there both both Olympics! Thanks for sharing your wonderful photos with us!

Shelly Schmidt said...

What fun to enjoy all of the fun of the Olympic games- I enjoyed watching them and love your pictures- and how fun of your hubby to join in the fun!

Michele said...

i wish i could have been there for the olympics too! it must have been amazing and so exciting. i love your photos. i'd like to enter your giveaway, thanks very much for having it! xo

Austine Etcheverry said...

I love the Wenlocks, they are cute. I bet is was fun to be around for the Olympics. Congratulations on your 500 mark. Have a fantastic week.

~*~Patty S said...

Lucky you getting to visit London anytime but especially for the Olympics. We watched television non stop for two weeks and enjoyed every minute. The UK certainly did it right!

I think I am too late for your generous giveaway, but did want to congratulate you on 500 blog posts and that great number of followers!
Here's to many more in your future dear Petra!
oxo

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