'One For The Kids' (for magnus073's nieces) by Heathcroft
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Many of you will know my good friend and namesake Dave (Magnus073). He made a picture for me this week which was really something special, and he is always ready to help anyone here. One of those rare unselfish people, always putting other people first, he looks after his sister who isn't in the best of health and dotes on his three young nieces.
As a 'thank you' I thought it would be fun to do something for his young nieces and also a bit different from my usual 'Castle fare'. I'd like to introduce some of the characters of 'The Hollowbridge Heroes', a book I am currently re-working. It was first published in the UK 10 years ago and now needs updating. (You may need to zoom in to see the verse). Here is the first character....
Melvin Molesworthy sighed contentedly, sat back in his tattered old armchair, and buttered another crumpet.
Although it was a baking summer's afternoon outside, within Melvin's small neat home, with it's shuttered and curtained single window, it might have been a cold winter's evening.
In the open hearth, a log was burning merrily away. A toasting fork with a fresh crumpet attached rested above the embers, while a kettle simmered on the little stove in the corner, ready to replenish the large brown teapot on the table. All was well with the world in Melvin's eyes, for all was well with Melvin.
These were the times that Melvin loved best. Being in a dim, firelit warm room with the world safely shut out. Away from the hustle and bustle of daily village life. Most important of all was the luxury of being away from the sun.
Melvin hated daylight of any sort, being a mole with very weak eyes and skin that tended to burn very easily. He wore a pair of coke-bottle-end type thick wire framed glasses to read with, and he covered himself up well when he was forced by necessity into the light.
These forays into the real world were, unfortunately for Melvin, unavoidable. They were warranted by his job as the sole news reporter for the Hollowbridge Weekly Gazette.
This post, albeit not the ideal one for such a shy, nocturnal soul as Melvin, was the only one which let the little mole fulfil his passion for writing. He was particularly obsessed with poetry. For under his alias as 'A. Bard', the editor occasionally allowed the inclusion of his peculiar dabblings. To have one of his works printed in the Hollowbridge Gazette was a great source of joy for Melvin. He hoped one day to be given a wider audience. A small regular column perhaps, or even a book.
He finished his third crumpet, took a slurp of hot sweet tea, and settled back to check his afternoon's work. Settling his spectacles on his nose more comfortably, and putting his slippered feet on a stool, Melvin returned to his final draft. He held it very closely to his pointed face as he began to read.....
Melvin sat back and rubbed his watering eyes. They were always watering and he promised himself for the third time that day to see about getting some new spectacles.
He put down the paper, buttered his fourth crumpet, and sighed deeply as he chewed, wondering how long it would be before his major poetic genius would be discovered. An occasional contribution in the the 'Gazette' would not be enough to launch the mole to fame and fortune.
All comments welcome! Thanks for dropping by!
Dave
Previously....
"Dra'ainah's Dream"
As a 'thank you' I thought it would be fun to do something for his young nieces and also a bit different from my usual 'Castle fare'. I'd like to introduce some of the characters of 'The Hollowbridge Heroes', a book I am currently re-working. It was first published in the UK 10 years ago and now needs updating. (You may need to zoom in to see the verse). Here is the first character....
Melvin Molesworthy sighed contentedly, sat back in his tattered old armchair, and buttered another crumpet.
Although it was a baking summer's afternoon outside, within Melvin's small neat home, with it's shuttered and curtained single window, it might have been a cold winter's evening.
In the open hearth, a log was burning merrily away. A toasting fork with a fresh crumpet attached rested above the embers, while a kettle simmered on the little stove in the corner, ready to replenish the large brown teapot on the table. All was well with the world in Melvin's eyes, for all was well with Melvin.
These were the times that Melvin loved best. Being in a dim, firelit warm room with the world safely shut out. Away from the hustle and bustle of daily village life. Most important of all was the luxury of being away from the sun.
Melvin hated daylight of any sort, being a mole with very weak eyes and skin that tended to burn very easily. He wore a pair of coke-bottle-end type thick wire framed glasses to read with, and he covered himself up well when he was forced by necessity into the light.
These forays into the real world were, unfortunately for Melvin, unavoidable. They were warranted by his job as the sole news reporter for the Hollowbridge Weekly Gazette.
This post, albeit not the ideal one for such a shy, nocturnal soul as Melvin, was the only one which let the little mole fulfil his passion for writing. He was particularly obsessed with poetry. For under his alias as 'A. Bard', the editor occasionally allowed the inclusion of his peculiar dabblings. To have one of his works printed in the Hollowbridge Gazette was a great source of joy for Melvin. He hoped one day to be given a wider audience. A small regular column perhaps, or even a book.
He finished his third crumpet, took a slurp of hot sweet tea, and settled back to check his afternoon's work. Settling his spectacles on his nose more comfortably, and putting his slippered feet on a stool, Melvin returned to his final draft. He held it very closely to his pointed face as he began to read.....
Melvin sat back and rubbed his watering eyes. They were always watering and he promised himself for the third time that day to see about getting some new spectacles.
He put down the paper, buttered his fourth crumpet, and sighed deeply as he chewed, wondering how long it would be before his major poetic genius would be discovered. An occasional contribution in the the 'Gazette' would not be enough to launch the mole to fame and fortune.
All comments welcome! Thanks for dropping by!
Dave
Previously....
"Dra'ainah's Dream"
Comments (82)
cyberknight1133
Love the artwork, it's very stylistic. Kinda reminds me of R. Crumb. But the poem...friggin' hilarious! That alone is worth 5 stars, so in a just world, I would give you 10...
Elcet
Wow, this is a fantastic ink work, full of charm, in the most enchanting tradition of illustrations of the beginning of the XXth century. It's really very pro and top-notch! I would be pleased to see other ones in the same vein because it is not so common at RR!
gaius
BEAUTIFUL ! One word to express my admiration ? Yes !
Steff_7
Fantastic Dedi to a very fine individual. Wicked poem and artwork. Great to see this side of you. Excellent...
KarmaSong
A wonderful creation for a wonderful friend here on the site, always ready to make RR a better world, whatever the circumstances!
VDH
Creative and beautiful work!!
Mousson
Wonderful image !!!
Chipka
This is fantastic work and a great jumping off point for the catching up I have to do in terms of your gallery...I'm such a scatterbrain at times and I always miss so much of the good stuff. I love this piece of work, it's such a radical departure from your usual fare, but it's also just as perfectly done with wonderful details and a great mood. I love the tale, the gentle nature of the whole piece. In short, this rocks, and it's a wonderful gift/dedication!
Marinette
Awesome!
rawdodb
Have you thought of replacing Dr Suess???? Great work!! Dave's Neices should really enjoy it !!!!!!!!
novelist
This is so charming! A perfect dedication and not only is that an amazing sketch, that poem is delightful! Great writing.
carlx
Wonderful and very lovely dedication!!!
Grizabella
This is really great, love it!
marybelgium
wonderful !
Zazou
Wonderful dedication ! Just love the story and the beautiful illustration !
marcopolinski
what a cute and fun picture. love it!
DennisReed
In the Classic Beatrix Potter style, absolutely Magnificent! Most enjoyable Dave, and I could not think of anyone more deserving than your namesake - Dave! :)
ShadowsNTime
Wow Dave! This is really marvelous! You are wonderfully creative! Bravo! Sorry I am so late replying, have finally seen the doctor and hopefully am on the mend now. Thank you for stopping by and leaving me get well wishes!(Lynn)
HeartsRender
Amazing job! 5+++++++++++++
kasalin
Outstanding and very cute !!! Amazing informations and image !!! Great dedi too !!! 5* Hugs:)
clam73
lovely done Dave....my son Benjamin enjoyed your writing too, congrats!
bpclarke
These are darling! Splendid story and work. Great dedi to a wonderful artist. Bunny