Grumpy Trudy




                                                             One of my papier-mache dolls. She has a beautiful gown but she is always grumpy anyhow. Thus she is a perennial wallflower. 






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  1. KathylorraineDecember 11, 2025 at 8:59 PM

    Awesome

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  2. DebraDecember 12, 2025 at 11:32 AM

    It's very sweet! I love it! I hope you are able to get my current blog pot-which is Nov. 19 I think. I am not posting regularly-hope to get better at that!

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    1. BarbDecember 14, 2025 at 6:34 AM

      Hi Debra! Yes, I have seen your last blog post and am hoping you return with another soon. We all miss you!

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  3. DVArtistDecember 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM

    OMG Barb, she is magnificent. I love her face, her hair and her clothes. Well done my friend. She is a beauty. Thank you for sharing with FFO and have a very nice weekend.

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    1. BarbDecember 14, 2025 at 6:40 AM

      Thanks Nicole! I like keeping up with FFO but have moved on from my earlier desire to create ghoulish entities. So as long as a face is still the only requirement I’ll be around. I adore the way your portraits have evolved through the years!!! Your talent is limitless.

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  4. ChristineDecember 12, 2025 at 2:48 PM

    Lovely!

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  5. My name is Erika.December 12, 2025 at 5:10 PM

    I love her. I'm not sure she looks grumpy though, but you know her personality the best. I wonder what will make her less grumpy. :) Happy weekend Barb. hugs-Erika

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    1. BarbDecember 14, 2025 at 6:42 AM

      Finally, Erika, I get to reply and thank you! It feels great to be back. Hugs back…

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  6. Gene BlackDecember 12, 2025 at 6:48 PM

    Methinks the gown is uncomfortable regardless of how beautiful it is. Maybe that is why Trudy is grumpy.
    Happy Friday/!?

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    1. BarbDecember 14, 2025 at 6:46 AM

      She does look itchy and uncomfortable! But she is better off than the papier mache mess she used to be. I hope she is grateful. Seriously, thanks Gene.

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  7. Carola BartzDecember 14, 2025 at 1:26 PM

    What a wonderful little doll. I don't think she's grumpy, I think she looks a little bit sad.

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    1. BarbDecember 15, 2025 at 12:37 PM

      I agree she looks sad, thanks for the comment!

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  8. The Rev. Arnoldo L. Romero, MLADecember 19, 2025 at 4:35 AM

    Congratulations on being featured on Nicole's FFO! I love your papier-mache doll, and her sweet face. Happy Holidays!

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