3 little demons. gouache on black. 8 x 8
It's hard to believe The Nightmare Before Christmas is 30! Jack & Sally, another ultimate spooky couple, surrounded by a cast of some spooktacular characters & stop motion animation! It's a must see if you appreciate animation & understand the work that went into it. I've painted a couple ideas inspired from it & will share this month. I have to say, it's vey cool to be able to go out & pick your own mushrooms for an omelette or fried rice or whatever. When the vegetables were done - due to frost, Storm replenished the garden beds with straw and mycelium and now I can go out and pick a mushroom for my meals. Wine Caps! Fresh, tasty and good for the brain, we have mushrooms with almost every meal. He said they should also come up in the spring before I plant the next vegetables and improve the soil! Have a peek below, it doesn't seem like many but they pop up over night! They are also large so you only need one. It's one of the coolest experiences - I mean it's one thing to go out and pick a tomato but this is a level up as far as I'm concerned. I am really looking forward to the Shitake from the Shitake logs he has prepared in the woods! That's for the spring. It's absolutely beautiful out! It's as if a July afternoon, shorts and a tank top - getting some sun, lounging with my girls -in between painting lessons :) I am forcing myself to take 2 hours of lessons a day! Later I try to incorporate what I've learned into my own paintings, very stimulating. :) *Note: see the white of the tub above? They grey on the rim of the tub and a bit on the base - is NOT painted... I let my gouache white get too runny and then when it dried -it actually fell off the paper, in this example it actually works'. The way to prevent this is NOT let your paint get too watery, I simply added more white from the tube & thickened it up, problem solved. Gouache can be a little fickle - not as much as water colour. Enjoy this terrific day - the next couple are said to be the same - reaching a high of 29 two days -for October it's perfect - a fantastic opportunity to explore the woods, see the leaves, crunch along in the sunshine. Created to create. Holy Heatwave Batman!
Leave it until the end of summer for a heatwave! It’s so hot after stepping outside I was covered in sweat after only 5 minutes, it had me wondering how people survive it down south -I forget where this summer but I was reading one place in the USA had a record of 20 consecutive days over 40 yikes. Storms said it’s the humidity here 0that makes feel so “heavy”. Painting is tricky too- gouache (any paint) dries very quickly so painting outside it not an option… I sketch outside - paint inside. Still -thankfully it’s cool inside (we don’t have air conditioning) it’s because the trees! The shade is so much cooler & thank God for trees -you know- those things Doug Ford is selling off. I’ve been painting things I can paint pretty quickly, in an hour or less. The bear above took a while longer. He’s on his own foray with a look that says- these Amanita belong to me. The mushrooms below are inspired by an online course I’m taking. I know how to paint but watching someone else can inspire new directions, each lesson I notice I end up giving my own Georgia touch’ - ‘tweak’. The course is by Ruth Wilshaw : https://www.ruthwilshaw.com. she has mastered gouache and I like her style, you can see many of her tutorials on YouTube for free but I took a course to see what it’s like & I’m pleased. There is no excuse for learning how to paint - I started with YouTube videos & Gouache is obviously my medium of choice. Watching and learning, I will use some ideas to transfer to my own creations. It’s to cool down tomorrow - it’s bitter sweet -as we know what’s on the way - snow… so get out your speedo and be sure to enjoy the last dog days of this glorious summer! The blackberries are also ripe - time for pie, jam and blackberry flakes'. Created to create It's a beautiful day for a front yard foray! Below are some treasures picked this morning - some for tea's, oils & even plantain spikes for Bird (once dried in the sun) I read budgies love them. We never use ny pesticides on the lawn so I feel fine with all we pick. We also planted clover in a few big patches instead of grass & are thrilled with the results, it feels like carpet & more resistant to dog pee, -lush & lovely & all edible if need be - it's also a bee favourite I've noticed. I can sit and just admire Gods glory for hours... that's what gardens are for. Shoutout to the gardener for keeping it looking lovely & all his help with miscellaneous chores that seem never ending some days. Give thanks for every seed! Life began in a garden.. next card. Jesus & the bear 5x 7 card gouache on watercolour. complete with matching envelope.
Bears seem to be in the news in Canada frequently, or am I just noticing because I live amongst bears? A tree planter in BC was attacked by a bear, he was airlifted to a hospital so - that's good news. People survive bear attacks and live to tell the tale, we humans are stronger than we know & sometimes forget, Jesus is with us. Always. Recently, I've read people have chased off a bear attacking their dogs. Yikes, one story said the woman was bit but managed to appear bigger & screaming -led the bear to flee. Some might think this crazy but until one is in the situation - we don't quite know how we will behave. It's an instinct to protect our loved ones, in the heat of the moment I think I'd probably try to save my dogs too. I don't lose sleep over it though as they are trained, I do not allow them to wonder on their own outside, we travel as a pack. Ginger is my biggest concern... It's not that Ginger 'wanders as much as she lingers & she is not fast. Visitors up here should keep their dogs on a leash as well because you never know & should be educated on the possibilities if camping or hiking. I've been told most bears will skidaddle (is that a word or a bugs bunny word? lol) as soon as they hear or smell a human, still it's best to be bear aware. These Jesus cards are taking over my desk! Jesus doing all sorts of things like gardening. Life began in a garden, after all. Every time I think 'today I'll paint something different, I get another idea, start sketching and 'He is a pleasure to paint. A few lines from the bible also have me intrigued & I'm considering making them cards too. Created to create. 3 at a time -or sometimes 5, depending on mood. Each slightly different - ALL inspired by & painted with LOVE A Daisy a day. gouache on watercolour card 5 x 7 card with envelope (also has painting detail) Bear with me, while I focus on creating some cards for Forever Grateful Greetings. Inspired by love - you can not fail. Each one of these black bears was a pleasure to imagine & paint. Daisies are all over my garden, it's only natural they made an appearance in my art. Love Bears All Things... even butterflies. gouache on watercolour 5 x 7 complete with matching envelope Give me the bear necessities (Paint & Paper) & I am happy. Life without bees would be unbearable. Gouache on watercolour card 5 x 7 complete with matching envelope.
Interested in purchasing any of my creations - send me an e mail & I will let you know what is available. Georgia @ Forever grateful Created to create. All this rain has mushrooms out in full force, unfortunately the mosquitos are in abundance as well.
More rain is expected - it's a good day to paint more cards! While painting I've been listening to a fascinating book: The Secret History of America. By Manly P. Hall. I found track 10, especially interesting. I recommend it for an eye opening education (third eye), I was wondering if there is a: The Secret History of Canada, book out there. No doubts it too, would be a rude awakening. It also makes it easier to understand... why we are where we are & hopefully - what we might do to rectify the situation. I also read two books recently, I enjoyed - well kinda. The Truth About Contagion, was slightly disturbing considering our current situation with our love of 'technology. & the other a fiction: The Guest List -I breezed through in 2 days, great ending. Reading is exercise. Read... turn off the T.V. and give your eyes and brain a work out. Food for the mind. Created to create & striving to be a better artist, I'm also currently reading this: Grow. Gouache on watercolour 5 x 9
Today the garden was planned, looking out a window as it rained, if only in my mind -it's off to a great start! It's expected to rain for the next week,. I love rain, No blue, no green. We're not sure what we will plant, cucumbers & some tomatoes are a given. God gave us all we need, right here, with every seed. Let food be thy medicine. You have to plan because it's a shorter growing season & to make the most from the harvest will take some planning. We watched, The Jesus Revolution... it blew my mind. I can't stop thinking about it. Is that what we will do, tell Jesus to 'cut the theatrics?' After so many rise up because of him. Will we behave as the Romans all over again? Jonathan Roumie in particular, has really got me thinking. What if... yes, we probably will behave as they did in the movie. Again. He is a perfect Jesus & appears to be a kind, gracious person, practicing what he preaches. I hope he continue to inspire many, his portrayal in The Chosen has brought the Bible to life' for many. It has created a new interest, new excitement - is the Jesus Revolution upon us, again? I hope so. It also had me wondering: How does one live with such a rise to fame & not get caught up in it all? I'm sure people must constantly approach him, some hoping to touch the trim of his black leather jacket. Hee hee He' that good. Gods plan, accept it. Thy Will Be Done. We are all here to serve, some in a unique way - every way is unique. Most of all - I feel even closer to Jesus - how is that possible? Not wanting to judge anyone & forgive all. The sooner the better. Forgive so we can focus on God with all out heart, mind & soul - as we are asked. Focus on why we are here, how we are to serve. I'm not sure why, any more - why or how' but understand it's not for me to understand. God knows. I trust in God. Everything is a lesson God will have us learn, sometimes the lesson isn't even for me Thinking of my past & experiences, I know God has always been with me & always had a plan for me, each experience prepares us for the next. Trust in God. Just like we should trust - all this rain will bring flowers! Created to create. Blessed are you Lord our God, King of the Universe. Gouache on black. 8 x 8
Lunatic Love Have you ever been called names? Yes, we all have, I doubt many have escaped a lifetime without. I have been called many names & I have called people names, I am a sinner, trying everyday to be better, but I’m no Lunatic. I remember a guy who referred to me as “Hey beautiful!” asked if he could buy me a drink - the moment I declined, his attitude changed and he called a "slut". When standing up for myself, I’ve been called a bitch & cunt, several times. Not long ago, I was told someone called me a 'lunatic’. Knowing who said it, I almost laughed out loud - yes, I guess this person would like me perceived as a lunatic - possibly to convince others he might be sane. Phhhbt. It didn’t hurt me but it kinda hurt that it was repeated by someone I care about. ‘Lunatic - what a lovely word that is, Luna being the moon, it turns out it was believed & still is, the moon makes some (if not all) of us “mad at times” & we are all mad here -according to the Cheshire cat. I’ve thought about it and just the other day I received a sign, & I do want to share to show you how Jesus works.. do you pay attention to signs? You should - everyday miracles. Lunatic is not often heard, I don’t recall.. it’s an older word. I’ve heard: nuts, crazy, deranged, bonkers and batshit crazy, Bi polar (usually by husbands, divorcing their suddenly 'Bipolar wives) but rarely -‘lunatic’. Jesus wanted me to put it out of my mind and showed me the best way how… I was watching The Chosen (LOVE IT!!) and during an episode a lead Roman referred to Jesus as a lunatic, I noticed because I had just been thinking about the word. Later, I started a new book called : More Than A Carpenter, one chapter title - Lord, liar or Lunatic? Interesting… twice in once day, a word I’ve seldom heard. Later the same evening, I watched a movie about C.S.Lewis that was wonderful, in it he approaches the question of ‘a Lunatic’. 3 times in one day. At mass today - as a final confirmation, the pastor mentioned a lunatic that was healed by Jesus! A big smile crossed my face. Jesus was called a Lunatic - that and more. My friend Steve (who created the dinosaur for Jurassic Park) was told he was a Lunatic' for where he saw the future of the movie industry heading - and all he said then, has now come to fruition. Tesla was called a Lunatic, Sigmund Freud too, to name a few. So, if you’ve been called names or might be in the future - just remember Jesus. This IS part of what we are taught in the new testament, Jesus was shunned from his own home town and called a lunatic, accused of blasphemy, spat at, beat & murdered. We all know what happened - He is seated at the right hand of the Father & will come again. Amen. Lunatic - Ha! Considering the company accused of the same - I’ll choose to see it as a compliment. Thank you Jesus for showing me you were considered a lunatic. Look where comments come from & shrug them off. Humans will always put each other down, if we allow - sadly, it’s how some try to raise themselves up. For all the lunatics’ or those feeling a little crazy these days, understandably in such confusing times, remember — you are loved. We are all children of God. Through Gods eyes we are lovable & loving. We are created as our Creator intended. Perfect. Created to create! I read: Busier than a woodpecker in a woodpile! That’s how I feel in my studio. Currently I’m illustrating my own version of ‘The 3 Bears, painting another round (woodpecker), a portrait... I still have 2 cartoons to paint to complete my WB cartoon display, a ducks in morning light painting & Poppy. Whew! Yesterday I found this tiny straw hat and had some fun putting it on the dogs, Poppy enjoyed every second, Daisy too... Arrow & Ginger would NOT co-operate. Poppy inspired a painting. I don’t watch the news & admit I have limited knowledge about American politics, the past two years, I’ve lost faith in politicians in general. Trudeau condemning the man who expressed his anger recently… Who is Trudeau to condemn anyone for instilling anger or racism, or expressing it!? He ’s done a fine job it it himself. I get how that guy feels, why shouldn’t he have his say, he didn’t hurt anyone (sticks & stones), he didn’t try to shut Canadians bank accounts down, he didn’t lie and force Canadians to stay off public transit (based on politics and NOT science), he didn’t run over anyone with a horse… He didn’t condemn Canadians for their choices & encourage divide amongst us. Are Canadians no longer permitted to express themselves or their opinions? Anyway, American politics… this image of Biden giving his recent speech, I immediately thought - this must be made up... a joke. Nope. There is some serious mental (subliminal) fuckery happening in the USA - Biden standing at a podium, fists raised with deep blood red and black lighting behind him & the silhouettes of Officers - may as well been swat police, as it instills the same mental imagery - is messed up. Watch a Disney classic or classic Warner brother cartoons (or any Horror film) & pay attention to how colour & lighting is used to 'set the mood’… wtf. Who thought that was wise? Who wants to create such anger amongst their own? I have changed my mind. Bring back Trump.. at least he is blunt about what he does. How does the saying go?…Better the devil you know. The stage has been set, lighting & puppetry & it’s no Disney film. Love your neighbour, includes other countries. Time to behave like a woodpecker in a woodpile on this gorgeous, sunny, hot (30 expected) September day! Created to create - we are. Hillbilly Bugs 1950 in the Ozarks Tribute art. Acrylic on wood
Ready to Square dance!? Chuck Jones was a square dancing fool.. hee hee Really. The special features on my CD set talks about Chuck Jones enjoying a square dance or two during the lunch hour. What he puts these two through - with his song - you must listen to the words to appreciate the talent. Note Bugs has no whiskers in this painting & he did not during the production. Later, I heard Chuck mention (special features) "...if he was lucky - on a big budget- Bugs might get three whiskers... maybe 2." lol - I guess this was low budget. You wounld'nt know it from the non stop action. I was a fan of Hillbillies because of this cartoon, it still makes me laugh, bugs at his best in his finest. How easily they dropped their guns for fun! Swing yer partner round & round. This painting is also a tiny tribute to PRIDE (note the rainbow decor hanging in the dance hall). Bugs bunny was one of the first crossdressing (Trans) characters to hit the animated screen & he did it so elegantly. Usually, dressing as a female to fool some "fool' who is easily distracted by a pretty woman. Bugs knew the power of a beautiful Woman. He also 'fell for a beautiful dame' several times. Bugs knew how to have a good time. Chuck Jones was aware the transgender community loved Bugs & what He/She represented to them and he was more than happy with it. Bugs was happiest in whatever 'skin' he was in. My displeasure for Hillbillies' came later due to the movie representation in 'Deliverance & later 'The Hills have eyes. Which I regret watching. Like watching negative news, the 'only negative' stereotype doesn't help with an often true representation of a large community.. I never thought of it as negative then or now. Frankly, I didn't give it much thought... other than it appeared very enjoyable, except for the Hillbillies fate, a pool of mud or a bale of hay - always surviving to dance the next step. We had square dancing in elementary school - I loved it. Painting this I can think of a few times I pondered: 'Not my body, not my business.' I was always amused & envious to see how easily Bugs would become his beautiful, brilliant female half. Being Trans, Gay, a crossdressing hare never occurred negative to me & still doesn't. It's creative genius. If anything plastic surgery that people do to themselves makes me upset - but again... not my body not my business. I wish everyone would accept & love themselves as God created. All Love - Any Love is to be celebrated. Love Thy Neighbour - Can you see it? Pride month is a good reminder 'love is love', there are countless incidents where we should be concerned & none of them should be with each other, who cause no harm or simply for how they choose to represent themselves or who they love. Not my body not my business. Happy Saturday! If you are fortunate enough to celebrate love - or square dance- enjoy! I already have the next for the collection sketched, it's a tear jerker. Can you guess? No Bugs. Another fan (& friend) sent me a message that made me giggle after I hinted at my painting on Instagram, It's below... & NO, they don't make them' like that anymore! Too bad. Created to create! Peacefull painting.
I don't know what to say or think about much lately, reading such things like the vaccinated not inviting the unvaccinated for Christmas. Christmas can be such a lonely time to begin with. Again I ask, if the vaccines work - why are the vaccinated concerned/afraid of the unvaccinated? Is it because we are all witnessing - they don't work as well as anticipated and now with a new variant - will they work at all? This slippery slope we all now face & being injected with "boosters" a way of the future.. boosters that won't last or won't work with each new variant so we will be asked again & again to be injected again & again. Are we not taught our bodies are a temple? Encouraged to not use drugs & to eat healthy, exercise.. choices for a healthier mind & body. Fired, kicked out, Dr.s, nurses, teachers, police... once considered 'crucial caregivers' now tossed aside as if they were always meaningless. Fully vaccinated still catching covid still being hospitalized & dying. Serious side effects- some deadly. People protesting around the world, vaccinated & unvaccinated alike - not agreeing with forcing people to inject or be rejected. Painting & praying. Prayer changes things. The animosity created by OUR own (ONE people, one country) government (& governments around the world) against those who do not wish to inject themselves, should & won't ever be forgotten... how much will everyone be expected to take, how long will we be forced from this day forward? Every year, every few months - roll up your sleeve or ELSE face punishment. Teach only Love, that is what we are... instead - we are taught anger, resentment, fear & punishment at Christmas - a time to remember LOVE & Light. A slippery slope indeed. Teach only LOVE - for that is what WE ARE. God Bless you & keep you safe - what ever you choose. Practice, practice, practice… I am able to paint a sloth from imagination now. It’s the sweet little smile which amuses me, a pleasure to paint and have appear as hours pass, peacefully. Not long ago, I needed to look at photos to paint a sloth. This sweet fellow is proof if you practice you’ll get better at anything you choose. A happy, relaxed sloth who has chosen natural medicine - in moderation so he doesn't became 'slothish' and not accomplish anything but hanging around.
Don't be a sloth - we are here to create! With each new day comes new opportunity to practice your gift. My son gifted me a new book, I am enjoying very much (he knew I would) Letters from a Stoic. Interesting, enlightening & inspiring. With each letter several lessons on life. I’m taking my time reading it so I can ponder each letter & idea. Some are simple others need more time to consider. It’s fascinating to read what life was like during ancient times. Topics of letters include: feasts, crowds, fasting, friendship (true & false), time, old age, death, philosophy & feeding people to the lions (for entertainment) to mention just a few. I'm grateful to not be living during a time period where such practices are thought of as... o.k. Many of the letters suggests how to live a rich life, regardless of ones ‘wealth’. Unblest is he who thinks himself unblest. There have been many times I haven’t felt blessed, quite the opposite. It is faith in God & remembering to forgive others that brings me though it & keeps me hopeful & focused. I remember to ask myself: Who is anyone to judge? I’ve yet to meet another perfect human. Here it is - another day for me to practice what I enjoy & be joyful & feel blessed. Time to practice painting some Christmas cards to encourage joy this upcoming holiday & remind several I feel blessed, because they are in my life. Farewell. Poppy the poser - I love her!
Poppy holds the biggest chunk of my heart! Every morning without fail, she happily wakes me up by rolling on my neck and occasionally inserts her tongue up a nostril - that gets me up in a hurry - lol. Yesterday while enjoying the sunshine & heat I was wondering what to paint & she started posing - now convinced, she wants me to paint Frankenstein. I wish I could encourage all to get a dog (provided they are appreciated & cared for like the family they are). I read about a woman who is upset about cannabis because her son took his life & she blames cannabis. I felt for her, perhaps it did assist with him getting to the point it did - who knows. I don’t think to blame cannabis alone though will solve anything, especially her pain. Life makes people want to end their life. Struggles, loss, pain & we all have them - no exceptions. I noticed my own cannabis consumption dropped drastically this summer, (legal 3 years now in Canada!) weeks went by when I realized I had not touched my bong (one reason I find it hard to believe it is addictive) I attribute it to the dogs, always being distracted by nature and creating. I absolutely do use it more for body pain, as I have used it the past couple of cold damp mornings to get me going. I’ve learned to listen to my body with all this silence… & God. Some of the most fortunate humans I believe are those that have become so passionate in their creating/work - it’s helped them rise above all else. We all have speed bumps, setbacks, illness, failed relationships but if you keep focused on something else - your gift, talent, mission…you will eventually heal and move past. A life of leisure can be a life of sitting & thinking too much. It’s over rated. Dogs keep me active - mentally & physically, they demand love, attention and play! I am grateful for all the dogs I’ve had in my life but Poppy, my tiny service dog (retired) & California traveling companion reminds me to start everyday excited and ready to roll! Time to paint my dogs, the sky is blue, sun shining, another day to create for the creator. That is how we show love & appreciation. My prayer for today is someone find that dog that loves them as much as my dogs love me. Buddha Wisdom helps remind me of much... thank you Buddha. I ask for wisdom & strength daily, God has provided all I need & I'm grateful. I show my appreciation by painting. Confident God will continue to provide wisdom - daily. Not too long ago, paint was a 'luxury item', purchased one tube at a time. I find NOW, I'm grateful for these lessons - they have taught me appreciation, being resourceful & how to mix my own colours. <<< Art for the gazebo, I'm keeping it simple & naturally inspired. Acrylic on - I forget what it's called - but don't get it wet! It swells. The Sun, the moom & truth - in this case, I represent the truth with a mushroom cap. Natural medicine & the NOW current understanding/exposing of psilocybin for its beneficial attributes for mental health & wellness, although it was known a couple of decades ago, we were mislead or lied to... how ever you choose to describe it'. Quite an awakening with being told NOW, Aliens (one example) are believed to be real by Armies & government around the world. Aliens don't concern me as much as currently Earthly events. We NOW know Cannabis does not kill you - let alone give you a case of "Reefer Madness". How many people lost their livelihoods, families & friends & did jail time, over lies - too many & counting. Homosexuality was thought to be a form 'mental illness' by Dr.s. Cigarettes were doctor recommended - NOW, proven responsible for countless deaths. NOW, I'm grateful Dr.s informed us Storm would need morphine, opiates & other various drugs' - it forced us to learn the wisdom of cannabis. It made me look into medications & understand what they do to our insides over time, I read long ago about the FDA. Do you know how many items the FDA has previously approved and then had removed? Do you understand NOW how many medications FDA approved, have killed or made people sicker over time & still do? How most FDA approved medications needed at least 5 - 7 years of testing before approval... I have some awareness into it. I can't understand why others are not as curious, NOW. Three things cannot be long hidden - the Sun, moon & truth. More monkeys! I now call them my podcast primates - that's when they appear. I don't need to think, just about what colour - the rest happens. I really enjoy them and find them amazingly, peaceful to paint. Best of all I can work on them while listening to podcasts and focus on what I am listening to.. Painting in acrylic takes more concentration for me, then I usually enjoy classical music or classical guitar & bit of classic gospel. There's nothing like Elvis, K.D. Lang or the Blind Boys of Alabama to sooth the soul.
Jordan Peterson likes classic Disney movies! Me too... I recently listened to the podcast on The Lion King & Carl Jung. I understand the Lion King and how animators try to get the point across as best as they can, simply (with few words) 'visually' as possible. My opinion is yes, he nailed it. Everything he said does represent the best possible animated visuals. I thought - everyone must 'get it' but apparently many don't. I guess that's why not everyone is a successful animator - let alone a Disney animator. Animator means 'to be in be in spirit'- inspired, according to Jordan, I agree. I'm curious to hear his take on Pinocchio. When ever anyone is engaged in deep creation, they are absolutely in spirit. All else disappears. When painting, I forget about covid, climate change (whew- it's been humid) and corruption. The Taliban too. A break from the world and all events. My mind for my own health needs the break - how about you? Jordan Peterson makes me think, some like him, some detest him- either way - he makes people think. Isn't that why we are all here? I have changed my mind on several topics after listening to him in depth.. I guess the most obvious, I'm not for choosing a specific politician any longer - Liberal or Conservative - each has their own agenda. Call me 'Hoaky'... I am for the greater good of the people. I try to understand the actions of others (& myself) before I judge and try not to judge at all, if possible. Instead I try to chalk it up to 'new found knowledge', show some compassion or empathy & move on. Lesson learned. One of my preferred quotes is: We're all just walking each other home. ` Ram Das. I listen to podcasts so I don't become absorbed in thoughts of things I can't control, like the plight of women in Afghanistan right now. Cover yourself or risk being stoned to death. Steal food to feed your family & risk getting your hand chopped off - how will this create a community where anyone would want to live? Seeing images of humans hanging onto the wings & wheels of jets as they take off is a sign of desperation like I've never witnessed, if that is what they feel forced to do... I can't & won't judge the life they have or the desire to leave. Thankful for being born in Canada... No complaints here - except for the mosquitos. They suck. Grateful to be able to paint primates while listening to podcasts. My warm up art to start & celebrate this day. Amor vincit omnia! Yes, it does.
A friend has been on my mind the past few days, nonstop.. so I sent off a message to say "hello"... sure enough he is not well, in the hospital and feeling beyond blue. He suggests 'karma' put him there. He is & has always been, very hard on himself. I understand how he is feeling - we are often hard on ourselves. We all do it. I don't think it's karma but I did tell him - IF he indeed thinks this, perhaps it's a wonderful opportunity to 'straighten out' and try again- in a new direction. He has seen the light & knows which way to go. Everyday- perhaps twice on Sundays lol, I thank God for another day to try & get it right! That's enough. & this morning I listened to a fantastic podcast The Hidden Brain : You 2.0 in the heat of the moment. wow. We have all been there - this insightful candid talk was enlightening & I'm grateful - it provided a... Hmmmm, that explains a lot moment(s). Have a listen & stop being so hard on yourself... & never forget: Amor Vincit Omnia! & give thanks to God for another day to GET IT RIGHT! I’m resetting! Detoxing too.
Time to reset, less time on the phone, I’ll check it when messages arrive only - other than that it’s on a side table where I can’t see - or focus on it. I’ve only got a bit of bud & am NOT replenishing it -right away.. if I have it - I’ll smoke it- so Time to cleanse my body & mind from all for a few weeks at least. No mushroom medicine - this is o.k. too - as I don't seem to 'CRAVE it', it’s more of a thoughtful process & I’m good for a bit. Yes, I have discovered the best possible thing for my mental health - creating. Painting. Creating- it’s the only time to become absorbed in what I am doing and feel free! Free from all the stress of today and tomorrow.. concerned with covid bullshit mostly, has drained me & enhanced' - escalated my twitch, which is at an all time active high (not fun). I understand I have very little control over it' - and others. Here I’m content- thriving in solitude - happy even, yes, I prefer it. Norm not so much, he’s feeling frustrated because he can’t go out and mingle’… this is causing problems and frustration, it also has me wondering if Norm will ever be content here, there, anywhere.. & I don’t care. I thought I made it clear before 'we' moved here, there would be changes… or don’t join me. I guess I didn’t make it clear enough, one year didn’t do it. That or he just lied to me & himself. I don’t think it’s covid he has been miserable, long before covid. I don't care, when I log off ' I will focus on art, music, dogs & God. Make yourself happy.. life goes too quick - even in lockdown. I am content, blessed even - in Gods grace. Learning daily how to keep myself happy & loved - remaining in God company… no one else is needed. Anxious to see FUNGI peeking through the snow - I painted some. Created to create- I have a gift - to create my own happiness & I AM. Psssst.... I'm pretty sure - you ALSO have this gift! God told me. Go create. |