“Don’t underestimate me. I know more than I say, think more than I speak, and notice more than you realize.” By unknown I think my Mom was just trying to tell something similar to this the other day. She was telling me to believe in myself more. It’s similar in that this is a mantra … Continue reading Sunday’s Speculations #21: Practice the knowing smirk
Saturday’s Surprises #20: So, that’s what you think of me, hmmmm…
“I can tell a lot about a person by what they choose to see in me.” By unknown Hmmm… I have a gut feeling this one might need a warning label. Something like: “Don’t ask people what they see in you; observe how they react to you and ask yourself what you see in yourself … Continue reading Saturday’s Surprises #20: So, that’s what you think of me, hmmmm…
Friday’s Frequencies #20: Live life for experience, not stuff.
“Care less about what you own. Care more about how you live.” By Joshua Becker When it comes to my blogging and writing, I’m positively a hoarder. I collect an abundance of research and information, create a working document that comprises all the quotes, statements, concepts, etc.. I find relevant for the article I’m writing. … Continue reading Friday’s Frequencies #20: Live life for experience, not stuff.
Thursday’s Thoughts #20: Holly Cow! Am I Ever Powerful!
“What you think, you become. What you feel, you attract. What you imagine, you create.” By Buddha Does this send a shiver down your spine? Well, it should! You are this powerful! First, you must earn to discipline your thoughts, feelings, and imagination so they focus on the outcomes you really want. Second, every single … Continue reading Thursday’s Thoughts #20: Holly Cow! Am I Ever Powerful!
An Isamu Tower – Spontaneous Intentionality
For years now, I've been stopped in my tracks by the many works of designer-artists, Isamu Noguchi. His play with lines, textures, and shapes capture my imagination like sitting in a Zen garden. I find myself staring endlessly in a blissful state of calm. There's a whole canon of his work that seems to be … Continue reading An Isamu Tower – Spontaneous Intentionality
Wednesday’s Wisdoms #20: Thank you so much!
“Happiness will never come to those who fail to appreciate what they already have.” From http://www.yourpositiveoasis.com I admit it, I struggle with this one daily. It weighs heavily on my heart. I believe I may be confusing acceptance with taking thing for granted. Let me see if I can work my way through the jumble … Continue reading Wednesday’s Wisdoms #20: Thank you so much!
The Textured Wonder Vase
Part of the accretion project, I used torn and end scraps of thin slabs. Each piece was textured with a textured-roller, then assembled wet, using only a little slip and scoring. When leather hard, I used a carving tool to take away excess slip at the seams and emphasize the layers. I gave a few … Continue reading The Textured Wonder Vase
Tuesday’s Triumphs #20: Blah, Blah, Blah… said the voice in my head
“Every thought pretends that it matters so much. It wants to draw your attention in completely. Here is a new spiritual practice for you: don’t take your thoughts too seriously.” By Eckhart Tolle Wow, is this ever true! Well, for me at least. All those years allowing dramatic thoughts to fill my mind and take … Continue reading Tuesday’s Triumphs #20: Blah, Blah, Blah… said the voice in my head
The Prisoner of the Accretion Castle
During the accretion project, we had a few smaller creative exercises that stimulated some ideas. This one came from following the teacher prompt to make and use a thick slab, which I normally don't do. I couldn't quite feel what to do with it and put it aside to start on other ideas. The slab … Continue reading The Prisoner of the Accretion Castle
Monday’s Meanings #20: No Thank You, I Don’t Want that.
“There is great happiness in not wanting, in not being something, in not going somewhere.” By Krishnamurti Acceptance. Acceptance and gratitude. Part of me wants to use this saying to justify my procrastinations, but I know they are not connected. I’m not convinced that anyone can start with contentment, because it feels wrapped into accomplishment … Continue reading Monday’s Meanings #20: No Thank You, I Don’t Want that.
The New Renaissance Mindset 