New friends, like minded
Walk and talk as fall begins
A season for change.
Art Prescription: New friends…new perspective…change is good.
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Magic Meadow September 23, 2013
Magic meadow wind
The breath of woodland fairies
Stay awhile, listen.
Art Prescription: We hiked both weekend days at Mason Farm, a local wildlife preserve close to home. It’s a spirit-filled place for both of us. A place to be still and quiet and listen to the wind.
Haiku September 9, 2013 Kindred
A kindred other
A look of knowing, no words
A bind of comfort.
Art Prescription: It’s really good to connect with others!
Haiku August 30, 2013 Courage To Change
Dog barks in distance
Low August sun warms shoulders
Pull rock from my shoe.
Art Prescription: How long have I walked with that rock in my shoe? Feeling one-sided, out of balance, slightly annoyed. I heard the constant click as my foot hit the path, but didn’t really stop to see what was there. Like most of life, we have to make a conscious decision to pay attention.
Ah, the decision cascade: If this, then that, and what if? And we limp along.
What if it was really as simple as taking the rock from your shoe and moving on one step at a time!!
ps. the rock will be fine, rocks have their place, that’s how they became rocks…you my friend have become water, dynamic and flowing!
August Rain August 21, 2013
Ah, cool August rain
Comes in on heals of thunder
Leaves air fresh and cool!
Art Prescription: This morning outdoors was a sauna. I was taking photos of new art, and the heat felt like a wet blanket. After a good rain, the air felt much cooler…went for a nice walk.
Art Prescription August 20, 2013 Flowers Wane
Quiet except crunch
Of early fallen brown leaves
Flowers start to wane.
Art Prescription: I’m noticing now on my walks there are scattered fallen leaves on the path…fall starts her subtle nuance.
Art Prescription August 16, 2013 Do It!
Do it for yourself!
Run, walk, swim, just get moving
You are powerful!!
Art Prescription: Give your brain a boost! I’m not a runner, envious of my friends who are, but I like to swim and know that I get an endorphin dose from that! Celebrate your body!
Art Prescription August 13, 2013 Nature Mandala
Nature mandala
A meditation on blooms
Daisy and cosmos!
Art Prescription: I saw this idea on http://girlunwinding.wordpress.com/2013/08/12/mandala-monday-stacks/ and couldn’t wait to try it! Such a beautiful way to make mandala art. Thank you girl unwinding!
Haiku August 11, 2013 Layers
Layers make a whole
Patience wins over hurry
Take your time, indulge.
Art Prescription: I’m as guilty as the next for trying to hurry-up and get to the next task…and in the mean-time, text a friend, look at Facebook, and check e-mail. We are such a culture of multitasking that it’s no wonder Attention Deficit Disorder is rampant. This afternoon I painted in my garden. For several hours I did nothing but take brush to paint to canvas. Sublime! This has some layers to go…
Haiku August 2, 2013 Night-time
Through the flower vase
The sun settles low. Night-time
Slinks in with the moon.
Art Prescription: Significant week in many ways…ready for night-time to slink in! A quick semi-abstract watercolor floral…art therapy for me!
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