“Don’t go outside to see the flowers. My friend, don’t bother with that excursion. Inside your body there are flowers. One floor has a thousand petals. That will do for a place to sit. Sitting there you will have a glimpse of beauty inside the body and out of it, before gardens and after gardens.”… Read More
The flowers on my weeping cheery tree have made way to tender green tresses. I am appreciating both the abrupt and subtle changes in my garden. These soft, peach colored daffodils mesmerize me with their whimsy. Flowers give so much love, don’t you think? Each flower is unique and special, just like YOU! Now that… Read More
My sweet Kenny Chesney has done it again, not only reminding me that I will soon be able to dust off my flip flops, but speaking to me through his music. I am constantly re-evaluating my life, revisiting how I am spending my time, wanting to be more productive and present to my work. I… Read More
“While still in the cage of your being behold the spirit bird before it flies away.” ~Rumi I have fallen in love with many trees in my life but the one that holds the biggest place in my heart was at my grammy & Djat’s house (Djat is what we called my grandfather). Visiting them felt like… Read More
Happy New Year! Saying goodbye to 2015 comes with mixed emotions, but I am ready to embrace 2016 with love and grace. I hope you had a wonderful holiday season and found yourself light-hearted among the hustle. It’s easy to get lost in the hustle isn’t it? The simple pleasure of spending time with my family and ringing in the New Year with… Read More
The “Starving Artist” is a mantra I hear from many artists and one I wish to shift to that of the “Abundant Artist”. I deeply believe the more you give the more you get. It doesn’t need to be from an exchange of money either. It can be an exchange of kindness, creativity, love or compassion… Read More
I have never been a ruthless decision maker but greatly admire those who are. You know, the friend who doesn’t flinch when saying no to a dinner invitation with someone who drains her. She is totally in tune with herself, knows what matters most and more importantly how she will feel after making this decision. There will… Read More
Happy First day of Fall! September always feels like a fresh start to me. Having taught for so long I can’t help but feel nostalgic of the new school year. Setting up my classroom was always fun for me and I loved pulling out all my new art supplies and planning how I was going to… Read More
