Ahh yes... the season of Spring is pulsing through my veins... I feel like I've just opened the windows of my being and this glorious Spirit-breeze is blowing through. It's amazing how enlivening to the soul...the renaissance of Spring can be. - Today is a day of gratitude for:
1.),,,the fresh breeze of Spring... and the sights and sounds that go along with it: the chirping, peeping birds scampering and fluttering in the bushes...it's so cute that I can hear them and not see them.. I heard a Cardinal on my walk home from the train tonight...and saw a Robin hopping around on the grass...
1b) ...the creative inspiration, and "juice" of Jamie Ridler... I am really stoked about the March New Moon post... getting us ready for creation of our Full Moon Dreamboards...on the date of the Full Moon -- Jamie.. you rock!
2.) ...the technique of using the Rainbow Obsidian Heart with the laser (thank you Pure Reign and Kathy F.) - I am so encouraged...and feeling good in my head, neck and shoulders...and spirit
3.) ...picking up Martha Beck's "Steering by Starlight"... checking it out to see if I resonate with it... Lisa E. is taking the teleclass with Laurie H. and highly recommended it... it has my interest, that's for sure...
4.) ...the clean bill of health for my eyes today... no more eye drops and my eyes look good inside out... finally.. thank you!
5.) ...sleeping well...
Showing posts with label creativity. Show all posts
Showing posts with label creativity. Show all posts
Monday, March 15, 2010
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Day 65 /365
How wonderful that we're experiencing the promise of Spring these last few days. Today it's sunny, bright...and I swear I can feel and see the buds in divine waiting within the trees, although still bare to the naked eye. I love this kinship I have with the trees. In this moment I am deeply grateful for that as well as...
1.) the inspiration and heart-smiles I receive from visiting my friend Debra via her blog.... thank you Deb.. for sharing your heart's insight with the world
2.) my passion and soul's devotion to creativity; whether it's for creativy's sake.. or with the conscious intention to explore my inner-world and what lies there (memories, expereinces, inspiration, resistence, pain, questions...) -- exploring and learning about myself and life this way is tending to my Soul's Flower Garden... whether I realize it or not: preparing the soil, planting the seeds, weeding, admiring the blooms and letting their energy merge with mine, removing the "dead heads" from the spent blooms ...and allowing the soil, the roots, seeds and bulbs to do what they do in their innately directed rest...before their next season's bloom. I like seeing life as a Flower Garden... and appreciate the blooms of the seeds I've planted as well as the unexpected blooms of "volunteers" and wildflowers that show up...its a part of their DNA as well as mine - I love my Flower Garden... dandy lions and all .. and, as I write this I am reminded of the heartiness of dandy lions.. hmm.. time for me to explore and cultivate Dandy Lion Medicine - thank you flower kingdom, for your multi-faceted gifts!
3.) the quote "I am stepping out of my daily routine. My intent is to explore the mysteris buried inside me that words cannot express." from Victoria Cummings via her article* in the May-June 2007 Spirituality & Health magazine featuring process painting teacher, Pamela Hochstetter... that quote reminds me how powerful it is to be aware of and acknowledge what I am doing, and my intent.. and not being hooked on what will or won't happen in the process or how it will look, but to surrender to and trust the process.. that in itself is the Gift and the Medicine of experiencing creativity as a spiritual journey vs. being pre-occupied with the end result (easier said than done, so I continue to practice, practice, practice;..and each practice session mines my Soul's Gold whether I realize it or not).... for me, that is the ultimate in soul-tending.. mining the ancient treasures within the ultra-thin layers of my soul, the layers,...dense with wisdom and guidance and love;... it's a signficant seed in the Flower Garden of my Whole Life
4.) my winding, seemingly-elusive journey to full, self-acceptance...and self-love
*Click here to read Victoria Cummings' article, "Paint Your Sprit"
Pamela Hochstetter's website is here
1.) the inspiration and heart-smiles I receive from visiting my friend Debra via her blog.... thank you Deb.. for sharing your heart's insight with the world
2.) my passion and soul's devotion to creativity; whether it's for creativy's sake.. or with the conscious intention to explore my inner-world and what lies there (memories, expereinces, inspiration, resistence, pain, questions...) -- exploring and learning about myself and life this way is tending to my Soul's Flower Garden... whether I realize it or not: preparing the soil, planting the seeds, weeding, admiring the blooms and letting their energy merge with mine, removing the "dead heads" from the spent blooms ...and allowing the soil, the roots, seeds and bulbs to do what they do in their innately directed rest...before their next season's bloom. I like seeing life as a Flower Garden... and appreciate the blooms of the seeds I've planted as well as the unexpected blooms of "volunteers" and wildflowers that show up...its a part of their DNA as well as mine - I love my Flower Garden... dandy lions and all .. and, as I write this I am reminded of the heartiness of dandy lions.. hmm.. time for me to explore and cultivate Dandy Lion Medicine - thank you flower kingdom, for your multi-faceted gifts!
3.) the quote "I am stepping out of my daily routine. My intent is to explore the mysteris buried inside me that words cannot express." from Victoria Cummings via her article* in the May-June 2007 Spirituality & Health magazine featuring process painting teacher, Pamela Hochstetter... that quote reminds me how powerful it is to be aware of and acknowledge what I am doing, and my intent.. and not being hooked on what will or won't happen in the process or how it will look, but to surrender to and trust the process.. that in itself is the Gift and the Medicine of experiencing creativity as a spiritual journey vs. being pre-occupied with the end result (easier said than done, so I continue to practice, practice, practice;..and each practice session mines my Soul's Gold whether I realize it or not).... for me, that is the ultimate in soul-tending.. mining the ancient treasures within the ultra-thin layers of my soul, the layers,...dense with wisdom and guidance and love;... it's a signficant seed in the Flower Garden of my Whole Life
4.) my winding, seemingly-elusive journey to full, self-acceptance...and self-love
*Click here to read Victoria Cummings' article, "Paint Your Sprit"
Pamela Hochstetter's website is here
Friday, January 29, 2010
Day 29 /365
Ahh...the companionship of Gratitude...breathes with me, inspires me... I am thankful for this as well as:
1.) The poem that Gratitude inspired today:
2.) following my intuition
3.) friends who "knew me when"
4.) portable creativity
5.) mom's sweet potato pie
6.) hearing Kamaria's voice, talking with her... and listening to her voice-mails over and over again... marveling that "this is my daughter!"... all grown up
7.) that Kamaria is doing well... that she sounds good... and that she's with family
8.) catching the 5:19 Metra train home tonight
1.) The poem that Gratitude inspired today:
Pieces of Gratitude...
Precious gemstones of my heart....
Strung together...
with the thread...
...of thankfulness
2.) following my intuition
3.) friends who "knew me when"
4.) portable creativity
5.) mom's sweet potato pie
6.) hearing Kamaria's voice, talking with her... and listening to her voice-mails over and over again... marveling that "this is my daughter!"... all grown up
7.) that Kamaria is doing well... that she sounds good... and that she's with family
8.) catching the 5:19 Metra train home tonight
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Day 21 /365
As I wind down my body...and my mind.. my heart remembers and is grateful for:
1.) the spiritual chiropractic of Morning Pages....
2.) mediating this morning ...and being gentle and encouraging with myself as I "begin again"
3.) Derek Wolcott's poem, "Love after Love" - a welcoming back to my self...with open arms; I am also thankful to learn more about him - a recipient of the Nbel Prize in Literature
4.) the heart-awakeng CD "Healing Harmony" by Merlin's Magic - thank you again, Barb... for sharing your joyful, healing musical library with me
5.) friends... friends... friends.... I am rich, in friendships
1.) the spiritual chiropractic of Morning Pages....
2.) mediating this morning ...and being gentle and encouraging with myself as I "begin again"
3.) Derek Wolcott's poem, "Love after Love" - a welcoming back to my self...with open arms; I am also thankful to learn more about him - a recipient of the Nbel Prize in Literature
4.) the heart-awakeng CD "Healing Harmony" by Merlin's Magic - thank you again, Barb... for sharing your joyful, healing musical library with me
5.) friends... friends... friends.... I am rich, in friendships
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Day 17 /365
As I settle in, and surf the net a bit... I am again reminded of the Creative Kindreds online that have made a huge difference in my relationship to my creative expression...and my life. I am grateful for:
1.) Leah at Creative Every Day, and the inspiration, information and community that she provides through her project of the same name . I's a place for those who are passionate about creativity, and creative living to gather..share our experiences, our artmaking, our revelations. and questions...as well as compassionate support. Thank you Leah!
2.) my home.. the physical place and the spirit of "being home" that I feel when I'm with my loved ones, or doing something I love...or engaging in new things that remind me of what "home" means to me... it's indeed a warmth in my heart... a contentment that satisfies my soul
3.) reading-over greeting cards I've received over the years...and the joy of finding them unexpectedly as I go through a drawer, or a box; ...which reminds me of the one I synchronistically found in October...from Mom...oh my, her presences was palpable - I could hear her saying the words..on the card....just the ones I needed to hear at that tine; so... I am thankful for these treasured seeds that nestle themselves in the soil of my soul..and my home... and bloom again in my presence just when I need it most.
4.) the colorful, textured, eclectic Inspiraton Board in my studio... filled with cards, collages, mandalas, and words and phrases that guide me back a and remind me of joy, beauty, love, my soul's intent... it's a feast for the eyes and its messages are fluid
5.) the howling wolf I saw on You Tube... being drawn to wolf - one of my Guides - I was especially touched to actually see him in his natural way of being...
1.) Leah at Creative Every Day, and the inspiration, information and community that she provides through her project of the same name . I's a place for those who are passionate about creativity, and creative living to gather..share our experiences, our artmaking, our revelations. and questions...as well as compassionate support. Thank you Leah!
2.) my home.. the physical place and the spirit of "being home" that I feel when I'm with my loved ones, or doing something I love...or engaging in new things that remind me of what "home" means to me... it's indeed a warmth in my heart... a contentment that satisfies my soul
3.) reading-over greeting cards I've received over the years...and the joy of finding them unexpectedly as I go through a drawer, or a box; ...which reminds me of the one I synchronistically found in October...from Mom...oh my, her presences was palpable - I could hear her saying the words..on the card....just the ones I needed to hear at that tine; so... I am thankful for these treasured seeds that nestle themselves in the soil of my soul..and my home... and bloom again in my presence just when I need it most.
4.) the colorful, textured, eclectic Inspiraton Board in my studio... filled with cards, collages, mandalas, and words and phrases that guide me back a and remind me of joy, beauty, love, my soul's intent... it's a feast for the eyes and its messages are fluid
5.) the howling wolf I saw on You Tube... being drawn to wolf - one of my Guides - I was especially touched to actually see him in his natural way of being...
Friday, January 15, 2010
Day 15 /365
Spending time reflecting on the goodness of the day...the generosity of others, the generosity of Life. I am thankful for:
1.) the awareness that the Spirit of Generosity is alive and well; people, helping people through the hard times, friend to friend, stranger to stranger on this side of the world...or another; the spirit of a Generous Heart unites us all
2.) Louise Hay and her "Deep at the Center" flowing affirmation, from her book "You Can Heal Yur Life". I am thankful I was reminded of it at just the right time today...to re-incorporate into my life. Thank you Louise...and thank you for Hay House Radio too :) You are a beloved Force for love and healing in our world.
3.) the guy who held the door open for me today...with a smile!
4.) connecting with a long distance friend...good for the soul indeed
5.) being inspired to work with Julia Cameron's "Vein of Gold"... she always seems to write just what I need to hear... just when I need to hear it -- I am thank ful for the "Journey to the Creative Heart" that she entices us to embark on. Thank you Julia.
1.) the awareness that the Spirit of Generosity is alive and well; people, helping people through the hard times, friend to friend, stranger to stranger on this side of the world...or another; the spirit of a Generous Heart unites us all
2.) Louise Hay and her "Deep at the Center" flowing affirmation, from her book "You Can Heal Yur Life". I am thankful I was reminded of it at just the right time today...to re-incorporate into my life. Thank you Louise...and thank you for Hay House Radio too :) You are a beloved Force for love and healing in our world.
3.) the guy who held the door open for me today...with a smile!
4.) connecting with a long distance friend...good for the soul indeed
5.) being inspired to work with Julia Cameron's "Vein of Gold"... she always seems to write just what I need to hear... just when I need to hear it -- I am thank ful for the "Journey to the Creative Heart" that she entices us to embark on. Thank you Julia.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Day 13 /365
Taking a deep breath.... and being present with this momentt...I lovingly reflect on my day...like a cosmic slide show of grace; I am filled with the Spirit of Gratitude...I am thankful for my rich, rich life...and I am thankful for:
1.) the unexpected joyful delight of a puppet show at lunch and on my way home from work!. ...thanks to the imaginative creator of Puppet Bike*. ...oh what a joy it was to watch those two kitty-kats dance and wave and pose for photos....the choreography of their dances was too cute. I am thankful that the guy that created this traveling show with charming puppets.. which feel very alive to me... they definitely have personalities! Thank you Puppet Bike creator... this is just what our world needs.. delight and fun and joy and expressed-creativity..and delighting in our unique self-expression. You bring smiles to the hearts and faces of the mulititudes.. thank you! *(click on "dance" and then "dance 3" ...and get ready to feel cheer bubble up within you :)
2.) connecting with my friend, Brenda...twice today... quite unexpectedly. Oh.. friends are such good medicine... and cheer for the heart; thank your dear friend.
3.) Howard Thurman's words: “Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” - This is a big, magnificent key to the "joy of living" - it's a gift that keeps on giving. - Thank you Mr. Thurman!
4.) my new journal...and the revealing, centering and insightful process of writing
5.) working with the idea of "process" not "product" in my creativity - much like the idea that it's the journey...not the desitination; I am thankful for the deep journey my creative explorations take me on; I am thankful that Creativity is my mentor.
6. the lady who found my mittens and returned them to me.... mucho gracias!
1.) the unexpected joyful delight of a puppet show at lunch and on my way home from work!. ...thanks to the imaginative creator of Puppet Bike*. ...oh what a joy it was to watch those two kitty-kats dance and wave and pose for photos....the choreography of their dances was too cute. I am thankful that the guy that created this traveling show with charming puppets.. which feel very alive to me... they definitely have personalities! Thank you Puppet Bike creator... this is just what our world needs.. delight and fun and joy and expressed-creativity..and delighting in our unique self-expression. You bring smiles to the hearts and faces of the mulititudes.. thank you! *(click on "dance" and then "dance 3" ...and get ready to feel cheer bubble up within you :)
2.) connecting with my friend, Brenda...twice today... quite unexpectedly. Oh.. friends are such good medicine... and cheer for the heart; thank your dear friend.
3.) Howard Thurman's words: “Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” - This is a big, magnificent key to the "joy of living" - it's a gift that keeps on giving. - Thank you Mr. Thurman!
4.) my new journal...and the revealing, centering and insightful process of writing
5.) working with the idea of "process" not "product" in my creativity - much like the idea that it's the journey...not the desitination; I am thankful for the deep journey my creative explorations take me on; I am thankful that Creativity is my mentor.
6. the lady who found my mittens and returned them to me.... mucho gracias!
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Day 12 /365
Ah...the Spirit of Gratitude surrounds me...and abides in me. It sleeps with me, awakes with me, is my companion throughout the day and blankets me in its Love whiile I sleep... and for all of that I am immensely grateful. I am also grateful for:
1.) the song "My Heart Spinning" on Judith Cornell's Mandala Healing Kit CD... hearing the lyrics and melody.. "my heart spinning...is the un-i-verse... "- were with me this morning...singing themselves
2.) the power of chanting the sacred sound "aum" - and the others that resonate with each chakra
3.) the Blooming Heart mandala I created - it feels like a theme..."my blooming heart"
4.) the scent of Rose Otto essential oil by Floricopia
5.) my kindred-spirt-sister, Vimala Rodgers.. and her work with the sacredness of our handwriting patterns...and the history of the alphabet -- thank you dear Vimala
6.) book-ending my day with gratitude...and the gratitude sandwich I have throughout the day - feels wonderful.. like the quote by David Steindl-Rast says: "As I express my gratitude, I become more deeply aware of it. And the greater my awareness, the greater my need to express it. What happens here is a spiraling ascent, a process of growth in ever expanding circles around a steady center."
1.) the song "My Heart Spinning" on Judith Cornell's Mandala Healing Kit CD... hearing the lyrics and melody.. "my heart spinning...is the un-i-verse... "- were with me this morning...singing themselves
2.) the power of chanting the sacred sound "aum" - and the others that resonate with each chakra
3.) the Blooming Heart mandala I created - it feels like a theme..."my blooming heart"
4.) the scent of Rose Otto essential oil by Floricopia
5.) my kindred-spirt-sister, Vimala Rodgers.. and her work with the sacredness of our handwriting patterns...and the history of the alphabet -- thank you dear Vimala
6.) book-ending my day with gratitude...and the gratitude sandwich I have throughout the day - feels wonderful.. like the quote by David Steindl-Rast says: "As I express my gratitude, I become more deeply aware of it. And the greater my awareness, the greater my need to express it. What happens here is a spiraling ascent, a process of growth in ever expanding circles around a steady center."
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