Heavy for me, often means carrying heavy objects, heavy thoughts, heavy weight and sometimes for mothers, it means lifting a heavy child beyond the stage/age that you would like to!
But heavy this week, for Illustration Friday, for me, means children carrying heavy anything beyond their capacity. Often when I see children with eyes and responsibilities beyond their years, I would like to carry their burdens for them, and allow them to run off and play. For every heavy, there should be something light and airy!
Peace for this Illustration Friday!
NANCY LEFKO said
excellent…the artwork as well as your post….
steve said
I totally agree Indigene. What a thoughtful and beautiful portrayal of this.
Forever Young said
this is wonderful, i feel as though i’ve known you for years, a new friend i just know!
rbaird said
A very touching, thoughtful post. Innocence shouldn’t have such burdens.
Well done.
Eric said
I enjoyed the illustration and your post. Well done.
Teri C said
Gosh, what a heavy philosophical thought! Great illo.
Nancy Bea Miller said
Wonderful! I really like your thought that for every heavy thing there should be some light and airy thing!
enigma said
that is so thoughtful of you, beautiful post.
Teresa said
Very “heavy” image with an important message. Good job.
pupu said
Yes, i agree with you. Childrens- don’t let them carry the heavyness. do let them play. I love this. 😀
Joan Y said
Awesome illustration … the sentiment really hit home. 🙂
COBOL said
very strong image and I love the colours. Childhood is such a short time of our lives and it shoud be playful and light but sadly isn’t for so many people
johanna said
in my country there are a lot of children who are forced to work very early to help their families. i sometimes see them on the streets carrying heavy sacks or boxes. a sad reality. great illustration!
Don Tate II said
Great emotion-filled eyes, you’ve captured.