This little bud vase has been left unattended and unloved for far too long. All its brothers and sisters were sold many years ago and I heard her cry for attention. Perfect timing for the transformation series. A small creeping vine circles the vase in its loving embrace. Keeping it safe and warm. Hopefully, in … Continue reading Transformations with Life #19 (Loving Embrace)
Wednesday’s Wisdoms #2: Maybe I’ll worry some other time, but I’m not worried about when.
“Worrying does not take away tomorrow’s troubles. It takes away today’s peace.” From tinybuddha.com The pure logic of this quote is unmistakable. It takes no time at all to think up & feel scenarios where worrying just feels bad. If worry feels bad, it must be a bad thing. Yes, I need to acknowledge the … Continue reading Wednesday’s Wisdoms #2: Maybe I’ll worry some other time, but I’m not worried about when.
Transformations with Life #18 (Don’t Panic, We’re in this Together)
Leave pieces out long enough and Mother Nature starts to add her own touches everything you make. I was inspired by some pieces I made for my dad's garden, that slowly started to crack, get covered with mosses, and become homes for all sorts of plants and wildlife. These never went into the garden, much … Continue reading Transformations with Life #18 (Don’t Panic, We’re in this Together)
Transformations with Life #18 (Don’t Panic, We’re In The Together)
Leave pieces out long enough and Mother Nature starts to add her own touches everything you make. I was inspired by some pieces I made for my dad's garden, that slowly started to crack, get covered with mosses, and become homes for all sorts of plants and wildlife. These never went into the garden, much … Continue reading Transformations with Life #18 (Don’t Panic, We’re In The Together)
Tuesday’s Triumphs #2: Stress, I see you now…
“Stress is not what happens to us. It’s our response to what happens. And response is something we can choose.” By Maureen Killoran Part of me really disposes the first part of this quote. I think it’s a party of the child in me that wants to blame the world for my ills and poor … Continue reading Tuesday’s Triumphs #2: Stress, I see you now…
Monday’s Meanings #2: Being Unafraid In a Scary Mind
“The greatest fear in the world is of the opinions of others. And the moment you are unafraid of the crowd you are no longer a sheep, you become a lion. A great roar arises in your heart, the roar of freedom.” By Osho I really hate to admit it, but I think this may … Continue reading Monday’s Meanings #2: Being Unafraid In a Scary Mind
Sunday’s Speculations #2: Taking the high road
“Action is the high road to self-confidence and self-esteem.” By Bruce Lee On the first hand, I see how action eliminates the opportunity for overthinking and negative contemplation. Doing something changes our minds. I can’t remember where I read it, but it appears we actually cannot multi-task. It is physically impossible for our brains to … Continue reading Sunday’s Speculations #2: Taking the high road
Transformations with Life #17 (Time to Grow Up)
I had a different plant in this small tea cup, but it died in a big downpour. I needed something that might fill the pot and work in a well lit place. This pair of hugging cacti fit the bill. The pinch pot made with a stoneware clay body and decorated with various stains before … Continue reading Transformations with Life #17 (Time to Grow Up)
Saturday’s Surprises #1: Ego & Spirit… can’t we just get along?
“Ego says, ‘Once everything falls into place, I’ll find peace.’ Spirit says, ‘Find peace, and then everything will fall into place.’” By Marianne Williamson Oh, boy does this one ever hit home. I think of my daydreaming about winning the lottery: in so many ways I am telling myself that once I win, everything will … Continue reading Saturday’s Surprises #1: Ego & Spirit… can’t we just get along?
Transformations with Life #16 (Raku and Living Eucalyptus)
I made this abstract vessel many years ago and I've never published a picture of, I think. I was in a dark place when I made it and didn't really like it at first. It has moved around with me and gradually has found itself in more visible places. I recently had it in a … Continue reading Transformations with Life #16 (Raku and Living Eucalyptus)
The New Renaissance Mindset 