Reflection Friday...

Wow! Here it is Friday already!...Time certainly does move quickly, or so it seems! So as I sit here and reflect on my week I am aware of so many things that have been presented to me. This has been a week of such creativity! I have started so many projects, and I have finished so many projects! (This is pretty big because I usually start more than I finish!!) So I was aware of the sparks of creativity from my Muse who helped me to see that I should widen my range of possibilities, and dream even a little bit bigger! I am aware of the hope that I have within my heart as I see myself stepping into the day with creativity and placing more of my faith in this pleasant flow, this helping to shine my light a little brighter. Today as I reflect back on the week I found I was curious about other creatives' and their process, and bought books and used my imagination for more of the how to...and what if...so that I can do!! LOL...But most of all I am aware of the choice that I have!! I can choose to grow, I can choose to stretch..I can choose to feel at peace with this process...So today as I reflect on this week I feel bright and colorful and very happy...and I dance...alone in my studio...I dance to the creative beat of my own drum! That would be my wish for all who reflect on their week also...It does not matter how much time you spent being creative...It only matters that you made the choice to honor that side of you...for 1 minute..for 5 minutes...for an hour...for a day...Your drum was beating and you were dancing!!!
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Choice...

Today I am feeling aware of some choices that I am making. So I am looking within and letting my choice rise and fall like the tide...turning it over with the waves and finally resting on the shore happy and at peace, so that it can take root. Today I am aware that by making choices I continue to grow and be inspired. I feel connected with my root self and feel a certain sort of peace with these choices. Today I am stretching upward...outward..and inward to find that the choice that I am making is for my own peace. To quiet myself, honor myself and expose myself. So that would be my wish for you today as you go forth. If you have choices to make today, do not let fear overtake you, but rather look inward for your peace and your answers. For it is from our own heart and mind that we find that. We all have challenges with troubled emotions and internal challenges, the choice comes from not giving over our power for peaceful energy to them. Make a choice to pick your peace over conflict...positive over negative...trust over mistrust. Once you start this awareness of choice, you can't help but find more laughter..love..creativity..and joy. Choice is as easy as flipping the coin!
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Curiosity...

Today is a day of curiosity...asking myself questions...asking others questions..wondering if one color looks more delicious next to another color...curious to my creative process and curious about others' creative thoughts. Today this curiosity is leading me on an unexpected journey to new possibilities. Today I am aware of the questions I ask myself and the questions I am beginning to ask others as I connect with an even wider "tribe" of creatives. Today, as I spin with the curious idea of colors and dreams and connecting with others, I feel my appreciation for being curious! I see where I can tap into my imagination more, and of the insights that others are willing to share! So, that would be my wish for you today also! By being aware of your curiosity do not be afraid to step up...step out and step forward into the what if's..how to's and can do's!! It will help you connect to your imagination and others in a positive way. BE CURIOUS...Ask yourself questions today, and connect with other "tribe" members and don't be shy...ASK A QUESTION OF THEM!!! It will bring you true creative satisfaction!!
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Hope...

Today is a day of hope...feeling a positive hope for my future! This hope is allowing me to create a future I have only been dreaming of for the past years! I am aware of the positive signs that this hope is bringing me. And all of the wonderful energy it is also bringing my way. So today this hope is flowing and encouraging me. As I see the steps I am taking coming to life! So that is my wish for all who enter here today. Today use the positive force of hope to direct you. Pull your energy from the beauty that is all around you. By using the positive energy of hope you can create a path that is leading you toward your dream...well lit and with lots of signs of encouragement!
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

SPARKS!

Today is a day of SPARKS! Flying...popping..sparkling and dancing before me. Inspired by my own creative Muse to continue on my path. Today I am aware that these sparks are brought to me from many avenues...from people, from ideas, from books and even from the sweet bird that sings outside my window. Today I feel deeply touched by the sparks that my Muse is showing me and I can't seem to work fast enough. Sketching in books, dabbing in paint, cutting out paper...making, creating, dreaming!! Just when I think she can't show me anything else...she pops something in there for inspiration!! So that is my wish for you today!! As you move through your life today be aware of the sparks that your Muse sends you. They come to you in thoughts that explode or pop, something that causes you to smile or even laugh right out loud. They come to you on the sweet song of a bird, or a gentle breeze that makes everything on a hot summer day feel heavenly. They allow you to let go of any self doubt and motivate you to move forward. I highly suggest that you keep a pad close by to write down these wonderful inspirations because no matter what you create, you will find the joy of the sparks that your Muse sends to you! POP...POP...POP!
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Reflection Friday

Today is a day of reflection because once again another week has creatively gone by!
This morning as I sit and look over my affirmations from the week I am aware of where I am at this very moment...In the thick of my creativity! Allowing it to carry me across the path that my heart is leading me. Where I have been this week...allowing my self a little quiet time to feel all the senses, to feel calm and to move forward. And where I am going...Allowing my connection to my souls creativity to design and bring guidance to this creative path. Today as I reflect I am aware that my heart is singing...that my direction with all of its bends and curves is my souls purpose. Today, I flow with a force that is calming and directional. So that would also be my wish for you as you reflect upon your week...May your soul's purpose be revealed to you as you quiet your busy life so that you can listen to its song. And then may you connect with that song (by giving it a beat that you can dance to!) and calmly connect and let it guide you on your own creative path. The sky is the limit! (which means there is no limit at all!!)
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Certainty

Today is a day of certainty! I have been up for hours and in the studio..creating! Certainty is guiding me as I create today! I am very aware of carrying out the creative process without question this morning!! I am feeling the energy of my will power to continue with confidence. My direction is clear today and my guidance is revealed to me like the sweet song of a bird.."continue on...continue on...continue on" This is allowing me to feel positive and self assured. Today, I continue on with certainty! That would also be my wish for you today! Sometimes we do not feel 100% certain...certainly I know that!! However, by accepting the magic that is happening around us we become aware of the excitement of creativity! Staying in the moment of this magic we allow our self to detach from the outcome and ride out our wave!! Feeling confident and self assured that we will land on the beach of our desires! So ride your wave today with certainty!!
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Design...

Today is a day of design...not only with pencil and paint, but with my thoughts and actions. By staying in this day ad not projecting myself any further than each singular project I am living my reality in the moment. I am focusing in on all the energy for the completion of each project...one at a time! So, today is a day of design. I am keeping everything in check ...working on one project to make room for another as much as possible. I am taking deep breaths and staying centered .. for I know if I dwell to much on the future, I miss the experience of where I am right now. That would be my wish for all today....Our minds are powerful tools, so grab on to your energy ... your words...your actions...your intentions and design yourself to live in each and every moment.
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Soul

Today has been a day of Soul..of matching my situation with my soul..of finding the harmony and connecting with it. Today has been a day of soul..of moving forward on this path without judgement. Of knowing with my soul that this path is nurturing and comfortable. And most of all it enriches my spirit. Today I feel a push forward with my soul to a rebirth of my life. Today, is a day of soul..soul searching..soul honoring..soul wisdom...That would be my wish for you today also. That no matter if you are searching for answers, honoring or actually moving forward let yourself be aware that the path you are traveling may not always be clear. But,if you listen closely to your souls answers to your questions you will find it to be the right path... RIGHT NOW!
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Within

Today is a day of going within...Of slowing down and allowing myself some quiet time, some dreaming time, some lounging time!! Some days you just have to let yourself be the passenger! There are times when I feel like I am in a race and I have to push past others in the rush for the finish line. And despite this rushing I don't usually get that much further ahead or save that much time. So today. I am being quiet and going within. Today I honor myself with being the passenger and allowing the Universe to carry me. OH..that doesn't mean that my mind won't be dreaming (because it always does that!!) But, it does mean that I will allow it to be a slow, soft and easy day!! So today, that would be my wish for you also...Feel relaxed and in the moment...there is nothing so important that it MUST be done RIGHT NOW!! Let the motion of the world carry you toward your destination with some dreaming, some napping and a little peace!
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Reflection Friday

Today is Reflection Friday...and as I looked over my affirmations for the week I felt a peacefulness come over me. As I looked at each entry, I noticed that they all were very valuable lessons for me, and ones that I often have not acknowledged for myself. Today, I am aware of the shrine like presence of each small drawing...Each with gratitude for the growth that I am feeling. I am very aware that my diligence and determination this year is moving forward and drawing me closer to my dreams. I honor the fact that I continue on even with small steps being reward for doing this with a creative happiness. I see inspiration all around me, and especially from the Angels that are close to me. I am holding on to my beliefs and learning to challenge myself more. So today, as I reflect back on the week I honor the inner shrines of strength and desire that I am building for myself. For all who venture here today, that would be my wish for you. Look within...see that you are learning, that you are diligent with your ideas and determination...That you continue to be productive and reward yourself with happiness for doing so, and that you inspire and are inspired by yourself and others. For truly as we honor our path and build our shrines we come that much closer to knowing who we are and what we truly want.
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Learning

Today is a day of learning! I purchased a new book recently and I am trying out different suggestions that interest me within the pages. Today, I am aware that by allowing myself to learn a new technique that it is an endeavor of my mind! And I am learning new things! By doing this I realize that it inspires me and helps awaken a whole new range of possibilities! Now, I don't really plan on changing my style of art, because quite frankly ...IT'S ME!! But I am reaffirming my belief that new creativity explodes new growth. So today, is a day of learning...of not giving up or giving in, but of over-coming my self-conscious beginner feeling and letting go of the fear. Today, is an adventure!! So that would be my wish for you today also. Try to learn something new...Paint, write, dance, sing, color...whatever you choose! HAVE FUN! Your sincere desire of learning will help you grow!
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Inspiration

Today was a day of inspiration! Of being on a path of feeling motivated and truly feeling the inspiration. Today, I have been feeling the Universe working through me..I have been feeling the encouraging Angels around me...giving me the little extra something to keep me on this journey. Today is a day of inspiration...Inspiration that others give to me, that I give to myself, and that hopefully I give to others. Today is a day of inspiration from good friends that encourage my ideas or motivate me to try something new. Inspiration from acquaintances who inspire me with support and creativity along my path. Today I am aware of the Universe working in every moment, helping with the creativity and allowing me to move in the right direction. Today, I am so aware of the crossing of the creative paths that intersect with inspiration and joy. Today I hope that I inspire others as they inspire me.So, that is also my wish for you today...May you continue on your path, touching others when they need inspiration, and being inspired by someone else when you need it! Working this way we become an unstoppable whole!
Artfully Yours,
Pattie
Post Script: This is my Wednesday post...It's just been a LONG day!!

Productivity

Today is a day of Productivity! Of getting up early and starting right to work, with a cup of coffee in my hand and my pj's still on! Today I am giving myself a boost of confidence. I am aware that things take time, but I am starting to see the fruits of my labors!! Being productive is a reward all in itself. I am happiest when creating and working toward my dreams. Today with my productivity I also am looking back and seeing evidence of the efforts I have made in the past 8 years. So to quote an old ad...YOU'VE COME A LONG WAY BABY! Last year I didn't even have a blog...last year I made things but never sent them into challenges! So today I continue to leap forward...to fly..to dream ..to be productive! That would be my wish for all today also...No matter what work you undertake, take note of the successes and let them be revealed to you. Today, enjoy the feelings of being productive and let it bring you the energy to continue to move forward!
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Diligence

Today is a day of diligence! Today I continue to step toward my goals by honoring my diligent determination! I am reinforcing my belief in myself and my dreams! With each day that I stay on my path I add more energy to its creation and I reaffirm its existence for myself! While doing this I am aware of the positive energy I am creating and in return am drawing to me. So today, is a day of diligence...By keeping a clear vision I am calling my dream to me and I feel the activity involved in the creation of them. This would be my wish today for you also. That you start or continue to work diligently to accomplish your goals. If you know where you want to go continue on that path...If you aren't sure, just work on as many possibilities as you can! No matter where you are on your path, by working hard and staying the course, you give yourself the ability to bring them to you!!
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Reflection Friday...

Today is a day of reflection on the past week...By touching base with my inner guidance I become aware of myself, my dreams and my achievements. That sometimes, there is a sense of frustration when things are not going the way I have mentally set them...So, rather than dwell on that, I am choosing to go within and believe that this is a plan that the Universe has. And rather than dwell in the unknown I believe it will all be revealed to me when the time is right. That it will prove to be a positive force for the future. For as I reflect today I am mindful to stay in the present and align myself with the rhythm of the Universe. I know that you must pick the grapes in order t make the wine to drink...It all has its time.....So that would be my wish for you as your reflect upon your week....Be mindful of your inner spirit...let things fall where they will and play out exactly the way they were meant to...for if we force things the frustration screams at us and we no longer listen to the sage advice from within....So pick the grapes and know that the harvest is ripe and then when it is time make the wine and enjoy the process...and in the end you will drink the wine and gather the sweet success of your labor.
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Inner Connections....

Today is a day of inner connection...It is strange how one day you can be "drinking wine and the next day you are picking grapes" AHH... the highs and lows of life...So today, I am giving myself, my mind and my soul a moment or two to be quiet together. I am honoring my inner connection so that I do not lose sight of answers. I am aware that I can not change some of the things that are going on around me, but I can make a choice to listen to the inner wisdom of my core and the Universe. I can choose to know that things will work out. Allowing myself to listen to my inner connections I can give my energy a direction....I can spin with the gratitude of my spirit for the good things that are coming my way. By staying outside of my inner connection I move nowhere! I hear nothing! So today, I connect...connect with my inner most self and I move forward! So that would be my wish for you today also....When you hit a bump in the road, let yourself be quiet...let yourself listen closely to the positive of the situation ...let yourself believe that things happen for a reason and that better things are around the corner. Let yourself listen closely to your heart and then MOVE FORWARD!!
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Proud...

Today is a day of feeling proud....This is a new concept for me, as I was taught not to boost or brag about accomplishments. But, I have learned over the past several years that it really is speaking the truth to myself. So today, is a day of feeling proud, for receiving recognition and respect for some of the personal goals I have set for myself. It has given me a renewed feeling of fulfillment. Being acknowledged is like the cherry on the top of a sundae!! I do my creative work because I know no other way to live my life, and I meet my own expectations on good days! But, when someone I do not know gives me a compliment it is such a HUGE BOOST! So today, I feel proud for the path I am taking, my creativity, my spirit and my soul. That would be my wish for all today also. May you feel proud of the things that you do that come directly from your core, but may you also pass that on. To a teacher, a friend, a mother, a family member who is doing a job from their heart. Make a difference in their life by passing on the acknowledgement that they are doing wonderful things. In doing this you will not only lift them, but you will lift yourself.
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Successful

Today is a day of feeling successful...Successful in both my personal and creative life! Today I am taking the time to be aware of those successes. And I am feeling grateful for all of it! Today, I am more aware than ever of the blessings of good friends and family. For those who are my personal cheerleaders, and for those who show me a path to go upon without fear. Today I look over a bio that I was writing that show only a few of the pinnacles that I have reached, and the success that has come from them...Today, I am so overwhelmingly aware of the success in both my inner and outer worlds and how it reflects on my happiness, my love and my sense of well-being. So today, more than any other day I celebrate my success and all those who help me to achieve it! That would be my wish for all who enter here today also, may you see and feel your successes...from the smallest to the largest. May you celebrate it with your heart not only for yourself but for those who have helped to form and make you into the creative soul that you are today.
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Organizing

Today has been a day of organization!! While in the thick of the creative process I pull things out of hiding spaces...start projects...start more projects ...have completed projects...have things that need to be delivered...anyhow, in a nut shell that can get pretty darn cluttered. The one thing I have realized is that I overlook it most of the time...I just move one thing to make room for another!! Till the day comes....the day like today...when I realize that more things have been left undone than are done...and I have to question...WHY???? Why...Because it is cluttered and when it is cluttered so is my mind and I have a hard time figuring out what is what and where things are, and exactly what was I working on. I was reading a post by an artist who said they pick up their studio every night when they are ready to close up for the evening! Well, looking around my studio I just had to laugh at that, but you know if this was a work place I would clean up my desk, I would straighten and make sure I was ready before I left work for the next day. So what is it about working out of my home that makes that any different? So today was a day of organizing...sorting things, throwing things out,putting things in rows and bins and folders and getting my work space in order for tomorrow. And I am going to try to turn this around and take that strong advice and actually respect my space a little better...because I know it will serve me better in the long term. And I hate cleaning this studio!! So that is my wish for you today also....respect your work space, whether it is the kitchen table or a studio room...make it comfortable, make it a workable area, and make it reflect who you are and where you are going. Respect your space the way you would want your space to respect you!! In the long run I believe that you will produce that much more and that much better....
Artfully Yours,
Pattie

Reflection Friday...

So here it is once again another week that has passed! This week has been a series of looking at things with new eyes so that I can learn and grow with each passing week. I am aware that if I truly look deeply that my core speaks great words to me and I have been remembering to say THANK YOU to the Universe for all the abundance in my life. This week once again my goals were clear and I completed and mailed some of the challenges that I have given myself, so I have climbed a little higher on my ladder....Today, as I reflect on the week I am content, content with my challenges and the path they are taking, content with my convictions and my cheer, content that my spirit soars and is full of joy. So that is my wish for you also today...If you are reflecting on your week, find the contentment that you exposed to yourself, find the joy and the highs that you have achieved. Today reflect on the depth of your center and learn and grow from the wisdom it has to share with you.
Artfully Yours,
Pattie