(thoughts from this weekend) where feelings of worthiness and gratitude stem from

acknowledging that going back to the beginning (over and over again) is part of the creative process.

finding my soul in the things of the world: the freshly scrubbed floor in my kitchen, the exhilarating sense of completion while sharpening colored pencils, dropping off bags of clothes that my boys have outgrown to the local Salvation Army.

unplugging, especially during those times when I feel vulnerable.

indulging in something just for me every day, and giving myself full permission to live on my own terms. my friend Jenny introduced me to this practice years ago when I was going through a particularly rough patch, and it has become my inner compass to access simple joy and inspiration when I become moody, restless and dissatisfied.

teaching my son how to peel a potato.

creative cues

haibun

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Comments

[Amanda {Mocking Bird}]

This was just what I needed, Irene.
"finding my soul in the things of the world"...I love that.
I just wrote a post which reflects this...or your post answers mine.
Simple joys, I need to go find just one today.
Thank you.

[Marilyn]

this little post is brimming with goodness. in a similar vein, i've been trying the last 6 months or so to just let each day unfold...because every single one of them contains a surprise or two...and letting go of expectations helps me to remember that the gifts of the unexpected will often surpass those of the planned..

[Sarah-Ji]

Hello, my dear. I was just thinking yesterday, after about the 5th migraine in so many days, that I need to slow down...I need to learn to live on my own terms...I know my body is telling me this, and if I listen carefully, my heart and soul would agree.

xoxo

[Marcie]

Linked to your lovely post from Shutter Sisters. Your words speak to me.'Unplugging when vulnerable'..and knowing that that's exactly what you need.

[Christina]

That first line. Dang. It's exactly where I am.