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Category Archives: Intentional Living

Jun262017Jun 29 2017
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allowing patience and 5 reasons to start a daily mindful practice

by lauragaffke, in category Intentional Living, mindfullness, paintings, personal essays

This painting holds a lot of meaning for me. I started it before I moved into my new studio over a year and a half ago and only recently finished it. After my move I wasn’t in the same head space to return to it so it sat in my studio, waiting for that beautiful… Read More

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Jun132017Jun 14 2017
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How I became a “wino”

by lauragaffke, in category artful garden, Intentional Living, paintings

A few years back my husband and I took a wine pairing class which we loved. It was SO fun! I mean who doesn’t love a class where you get to meet new friends, eat, drink and learn something new. Up until then I wasn’t too fussy about my wine. I pretty much bought red… Read More

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May12017May 1 2017
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New Spring Paintings & A few things to renew your Body, Mind & Spirit

by lauragaffke, in category Intentional Living, mindfullness, new in shop, paintings

Yay, it’s marvelous, magical May! May brings so much goodness! First there’s Cinco de Mayo, (like I need an excuse for a little Jimmy Buffett music and a margarita, right?), then the Brimfield Antique Show, something I look forward to every year, and finally Memorial Day weekend, officially marking the kickoff to SUMMER (at least… Read More

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Jan162017Jan 18 2017
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Explorations in Allowing 2017

by lauragaffke, in category Intentional Living

“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.”  ~Hellen Keller Hello & Happy NEW YEAR! I get VERY excited about the new year, always have. Each new year brings me fresh eyes, a little more clarity and time to dream about what I most wish to create in this life. Sometimes I need reminding that… Read More

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Aug302016Aug 30 2016
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A little Birthday wish for YOU! :)

by lauragaffke, in category Intentional Living

“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

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May312016Apr 7 2018
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gifts of nature

by lauragaffke, in category artful garden, Intentional Living, Outdoor Studio

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

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May122016May 16 2016
5

Noise

by lauragaffke, in category Intentional Living, personal essays

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

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Apr202016Apr 7 2018
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For the love of trees, painting & the Earth

by lauragaffke, in category Intentional Living, paintings

“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

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Jan72016Jan 7 2016
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Saying goodbye in more ways than one…

by lauragaffke, in category Intentional Living

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

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Nov232015Nov 28 2015
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What is good karma anyway?

by lauragaffke, in category Intentional Living, new in shop

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

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