....Comes over time. As children we cannot wait to grow up, pretending that we are older. When we do get older with all the responsibilities we appreciate when we were without a care in the world, we tend to the aching muscles and the not so 20:20 vision as we peer over glasses to read the fine print and we talk to the younger generation about the things they need to appreciate as they go through their season to gain maturity...
Day 272
Reflection
What matters
most right now in your life?
Quote
As artists, we must learn
to be self nourishing. We must become alert enough to consciously replenish our
creative resources as we draw on them- to restock the trout pond, so to speak. ...Julia
Cameron
Scripture
He made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf,
that we might become the righteousness of God in Him 2 Corinthians 5:21
Day 273
Reflection
What is not
working right now in your life?.. you can change it
Quote
A fine artist is one who makes familiar things new and new things familiar. ...Louis
Nizer
Scripture
Thou wilt make known to me the path of life; in Thy
presence is fullness of joy; in Thy right hand there are pleasures forever. Psalm
16:11
Day 274
Reflection
It’s time to
focus on what really matters most
Quote
When I dare
to be powerful… to use my strength in the service of my Vision, then it becomes
less and less important whether I am afraid.
...Audre Lorde
Scripture
And they that know Thy name will put their
trust in Thee: for Thou, Lord, hast not forsaken them that seek Thee Psalm 9:10
Day 275
Reflection
You have a
choice, don’t let doubt creep in and tell you otherwise.
Quote
The grace to be a beginner is always the best prayer for an
artist. ...Julia Cameron
Scripture
Know therefore this day, and consider it in thine heart, that the Lord He is
God in heaven above, and upon the earth beneath: there is none else.
Deuteronomy 4:39
Day 276
Reflection
It is time to
make a change in those areas of your life that are not working.
Quote
Why, sometimes I’ve believed as many as six impossible
things before breakfast! ...The Queen to
Alice in Wonderland
Scripture
Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs
is the kingdom of heaven Matthew 5:3
Day 277
Reflection
It is
never too late to make a change
Quote
Art validates
us beyond what anyone else can do for us.
...Anne Copeland
Scripture
You will seek Me and find Me, when you
search for Me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:13
Day 278
Reflection
It may
seem hard at the time, but you can stand up for what you believe it.
Quote
One looks at life as a gift, a painting of lights and
darks, each defining the other, not a series of good and bad things. Giving
thanks, and often, frees the spirit and makes the heart secure......Fay Bohlayer
Scripture
Honor the Lord from your wealth, and from the first of all
your produce; so your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will
overflow with new wine. Proverbs 3:9-10
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Love the closeup shots and the words you have chosen to go with each. Makes me long for spring to hurry up and show its pretty little face. Hope you are well:D
ReplyDeletePowerful quotes there. Interesting how from the perspective of an artist we can find something that works best for our lives. Great post.
ReplyDeleteChandra, hey there, missing the sunshine myself, they say in the next few days here in uk we'll get up to at least 17 degrees C:)
ReplyDeleteMiss Lego, thanks for your visit - creativity is very powerful and so essential that we can infuse it to every aspect of our lives
The maturity part resonates with me -- growing up and teaching the next generation.
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ReplyDeleteHello Amanda,
ReplyDeleteWe are BlogFrog Friends. I've been away for a while, working through a rough patch , but I'm back to blogging & networking. I love this post! Thanks for sharing the beauty and hope.
Stop by my site when you get a chance?
All best,
Maura
The Moxie Bee
http://www.themoxiebee.com
Hey Peaches thanks for stopping by!
ReplyDeletePa Ul, thanks for your visit
Maura, thanks for your visit, will check out your site.
I love your photos! I have to go back and look at what I have missed!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, as always and your posts are filled with inspiration!
Hope life is going well, for you!
xo
Ella, thank you for your encouragement, things are going well!
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