@Dimitrios: I never could when I worked and only 'cause I loved working so much, but it's fun to occasionally take a day off just for yourself, thanks Dimitrios ;)

Sujit from Hyderabad, India

I like the title more than anything. Great shot.

10 Aug 2009 5:51am

@Sujit: Just one of those expressions that feel good lol thanks Sujit :)

LESLIE from norwich, United Kingdom

Great title Lorraine .... Just what i am going to do TODAY .... chill out ...
p.s. great candid shot

10 Aug 2009 7:33am

@LESLIE: Well aren't you daring, I like that, way to go, enjoy lol

tyan from Singapore, Singapore

oh yeah.I am going to work in an hour's time and i just need some affirmation like that.sigh. i think i have been working 24/7 for the longest time but i havent been paid for it nor have i been recognised for it.Ok,i am melancholic again,TO HELL WITH WORK!

ps:this is a nice contrast you know!

10 Aug 2009 8:02am

@tyan: I know, and this is partially meant for you, paid or not, you work too hard, so let's say it together: TO HELL WITH WORK!! ;)

Christel from Köln, Germany

Good morning Laurraine,
a very interesting title for this image. Some people think so. But what would all do if you no longer have work? That life is hard, so everyone should also enjoy the happy hours.

10 Aug 2009 8:21am

@Christel: I know sweetie, and some people are forced to retire and they'd rather work and some want to work and can't and others don't want to work and have to, whatever "WORK" you have to do, today is 'to hell with work lol thanks for your comment!

Lee from Fort Frances Ontario, Canada

I agree. To hell with work. Just a few more years and I'm with you. I would love to just loaf and lounge today, but that was yesterday's assignment.

10 Aug 2009 9:19am

@Lee: LOL Gotcha Lee, but this 'to hell with work' works on ANY day. ;) thanks a lot!

dobbino from Cape Town, South Africa

Couldn't agree more! Especially on a lovely day like you are showing here :)

10 Aug 2009 9:39am

@dobbino: Glad you enjoyed, after all IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY ROB, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU, YOU DESERVE A DAY OFF, HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR ROB, AND TO HELLLLL WITH WORK x

grouser from Ludlow, United Kingdom

Absolutely. That's what crunches are for. They help put the life/work balance in perspective.
Nice picture (particularly those stretched toes)/ great title

10 Aug 2009 10:02am

@grouser: You're cute Grouser lol and you noticed I loved the stretched toes, which was pure luck on my part, 'cause I shot from quite a distance

cindy brown from United States

This is what I am going to be saying Wed morning when I have to go back to work:) Great photo!!!

10 Aug 2009 10:45am

@cindy brown: Oh but you must, it's such a sensationnal feeling, not that I've ever done it, but I thought of it, and then I couldn't work and wished that I could and that I could stay home and say 'to hell with work' sigh, I'm a little crazy now, thanks so much

Judy from Brooksville, Florida, United States

She seems to be looking at her toes as she stretches her long legs. Perhaps she dreams of going out in the little boat. Good sighting, Lorraine and a great composition.

10 Aug 2009 10:56am

@Judy: Thanks so much Judy, I was lucky 'cause I was so far away, that I only noticed the toes when I uploaded lol

Japanalia from Yokohama, Japan

I'd join you there, to sit on the green and study my toes....but I'm busy here with a typhoon!!!!

10 Aug 2009 11:17am

@Japanalia: oh no, ok for a second I laughed 'cause it's such a straight comment, but oh my gosh, I hope you're ok, and safe where you are, please stay safe

KathyCalculates from Indianapolis, United States

That reminds me so much of how I felt when I was a teenage girl and had been hired to paint what seemed like miles of white picket fence! I don't know how long it took me but I remember doing a lot of leaning back in the grass and appreciating what I had just completed and a little sun to boot!

10 Aug 2009 11:28am

@KathyCalculates: What a lovely memory, I'm so glad the photo reminded you, that's a nice compliment, thanks sweety :)

Eric Cousineau from Sherwood Park, Canada

LOL ... I think you have started a groundswell Lorraine! Super capture aptly named..... ;-)))

10 Aug 2009 11:43am

@Eric Cousineau: Hey that would be neat, 1) to hell with Monday 2) Silly Tuesday what could we do Wednesday? mmm I like your comment Eric, thanks very much!

hugo poon from hong kong, Hong Kong

What a perfect image for a hectic Monday! Thanks alot Lorraine!:-)

10 Aug 2009 11:57am

@hugo poon: My pleasure Hugo, I hope it helped with the traffic lol thanks a lot!

micke berglig from Sweden

Nice picture

10 Aug 2009 12:06pm

@micke berglig: Thanks very much Micke :)

Nina from Hamburg, Germany

The warmth of a summer day inspiring for a bit dreaming, or a break... what ever her reason is, she has well chosen this nice place.. :)

10 Aug 2009 12:30pm

@Nina: Oh yeah, summer days are meant for dreaming and air conditioning ;) lol

bluechameleon from Vancouver, Canada

Ha! I know the feeling exactly!
I like the easy feel, the wind in her hair and just enjoying the day :)

10 Aug 2009 1:53pm

@bluechameleon: Thanks a lot Sharon, hope you enjoy it too :)

António Pires from Lisbon tava, Portugal

It seems to be a bit cloudy, but not as much as at work. :)

10 Aug 2009 3:03pm

@António Pires: LOL well said Antonio, there's nothing like a Monday morning at work, talk about Cloudy, brilliant comment!

Michael Rawluk from Williams Lake, BC, Canada

The title gave me a laugh. What is with the mysterious bicycle wheel behind the bush. Is there another peeping photographer?

10 Aug 2009 4:17pm

@Michael Rawluk: Hmmm is it wrong for me Michael to dearly hope no photographer caught me? lol

Viewfinder from Bradenton, FL, United States

I couldn't agree more! Hahaha.

10 Aug 2009 4:22pm

@Viewfinder: ;) Let's all become Beach Bums, of course there may be a little battle about who'll photograph what? lol

omidvahabzadeh from Tehran, Iran

nice shot

10 Aug 2009 7:04pm

@omidvahabzadeh: Thanks very much Om ;)

e. from New York, NY, United States

dearest lorraine, i have been away for far too long from am3. work has been so hectic, so i definitely relate to this photo. in fact... i'm supposed to be working right now, but to hell with work! right? =)

10 Aug 2009 8:49pm

@e.: Hey E. how nice to see you sweetie and to hell with work, WELCOME BACK ;)

Richard Irwin from Belper, United Kingdom

Great title, I think we should have a 'to hell with work' day on AM3, and all go out and take photos.

10 Aug 2009 9:17pm

@Richard Irwin: You. are. brilliant. ;) thanks a lot Richard!

Cheryl from Texas, United States

perfect title!! Thanks for commenting on mine while I was away!!!

10 Aug 2009 11:48pm

@Cheryl: OH my pleasure sweety and thanks very much!

JoeB from Brampton, Canada

Now there's an attitude that I can go along with. :D

11 Aug 2009 12:45am

@JoeB: Yeah, it's a gift lol thanks a lot Joe :)

Barbara from Florida, United States

The title says it exactly as it is. I can imagine how she feels, kicking off the heels and the cool grass beneath her feet. We all must make time for some R&R.
Camera time too!

11 Aug 2009 2:47am

@Barbara: You've said it Barb, WE -artists- MUST take the time...I'd still love for you to open a blog on yourpottery, I'm waiting...