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The Handsome Warrior

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  The Handsome Warrior Saturday evening as I was leaving the Powwow in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, I had already put my cellphone in my purse and how I wish I would have kept it out to take a picture of the most wonderful scene. A handsome warrior was standing, talking to his mother or wife. I could not tell the age of the warrior because of his regalia and face paint. His natural stance showing strength, honor, and composure filled me with such admiration that I told this man that I loved him as I walked by. He turned to look at me and saw my eyes widen as I realized what I had said. I tried, without avail, to explain the different love that I spoke of. Motioning with my hands the length of his raiment, concerned that the woman he was speaking with was his wife. My hand motions only made his perplexity heighten. As you know, I am a single, straight woman and I recognize a good-looking man when I see one, because he was. I did not attempt to flirt with him in any way. It was the lon...

Laveda D. Rockford | A Summary With Examples

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  'Scenes From The Porch' Laveda D. Rockford   Here is a little summary about me and what I do. Laveda D. Rockford, artist I have painted quite a few paintings and ornaments which I really enjoy painting. I mainly use oil on canvas except when I paint on glass for my Christmas ornaments. The first photo above is of my newest painting series called ‘Scenes From The Porch’.  Oil Painting on Christmas Ornament   Laveda D. Rockford, gardener Laveda D. Rockford, gardener I am an enthusiastic gardener and designed my own flower garden. Gardening is a learning process. Some things go together well while others have to be moved because of water hungry neighbors. I had to remove one of my Hydrangeas because of that issue and it is having a wonderful time in a large flowerpot on my patio. The little tree that you see in the photo is no longer there. We had so much rain this spring that it did not survive. It made me very sad.    Laveda D. Rockford, ...

Laveda D. Rockford | Author, Writer, Poet, Artist

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  Laveda D. Rockford Author, Writer, Poet, Artist   CAPTIVE DELIVERANCE | YAHREH Screenplay The first in this series of books and screenplays is Captive Deliverance (Yahreh) which leads FBI Agent Wade Hamilton into an investigation that changes his life. While working on a complicated case, he learns how to see beyond his own understanding. Combined with the help of his team the criminals are rounded up and he closes the case that brought Gina into his life.             Motto: There is a reason for everything and everything has a purpose.   THE CASE OF THE BLACK PEARL RING | THE CASE OF THE BLACK PEARL RING Screenplay In the second book, Gina and Wade find out that the battle surges even though they are living according to the rules. After they open their own private investigation company, they contact their first client. Wade travels across the country only to find the answer that he is looking for in...

Painting Update

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An update on the painting I am working on while giving thanks for all of the strong military people who gave their lives for our freedom. Freedom to live in a free society and choose what you want to do. Choices made can change lives for the better. Compassion, respect and peace. Love, Laveda D. Rockford 

Follower Appreciation

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This post is to say thank you for following me. It is the time of year that most gardeners are able to spend time in their gardens. Here are a few photos of the flowers that I planted the past couple of years. God bless and have a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend. Love always, Laveda D. Rockford  © 2025 Laveda D. Rockford 

Sincere Love | A Painting by Laveda D. Rockford

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Sincere Love by Laveda D. Rockford  This is a painting that I painted for my Mother who is still dealing with cancer. She started her journey with cancer in 2015. This painting is called Sincere Love. Happy Mother’s Day from me to all the wonderful mothers out there. #happymothersday♥️ #love #paintings  Love, Laveda D. Rockford 

Scenes From The Porch paintings| Laveda D. Rockford

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  Scenes From The Porch paintings by Laveda D. Rockford Scenes From The Porch  This is going to be a short post. I am sharing a new update of my latest painting. The second in the Scenes From the Porch. I hope you like it.  God bless and have a blessed week. Laveda D. Rockford