I snapped this pic last weekend at our condo in Atlanta.
The sun was just rising.
I couldn't sleep.
The pic is so apropos to how I am feeling.
You see, it's been just a little over a year
since I received my wake up call.
I was diagnosed with breast cancer on August 13, 2013.
The year that followed was eye-opening in many ways.
I won't go into detail about that,
but many times I thought about the art I wanted to make
when I felt stronger.
I began making that art this week.
It is very exciting to me.
I'm carving more stamps,
an exercise that is near and dear to my heart.
I'm doing more free motion machine stitching.
…..and I'm trying techniques that simply
pop into my head…..
the 'what ifs'
that I had always been afraid to try in the past!
Don't wait for a wake up call!
Play today and enjoy every minute!
Thanks for stopping by!
Peace to you and yours.
13 comments:
Well said - and lovely things are happening.
I can't tell you how happy this post makes me. You are one of the most remarkable friends I have, and your creativity, strength, and resourcefulness astonish me on a daily basis. I am so proud and grateful to have you in my life---you are an inspiration, Judy!
And I love the stamp!
Have a great time letting loose, and love always! xoxox
Agreed! A good reminder, Judy… not to wait for a wake up call..Very inspiring, these new steps..
i agree. there is only the present moment.
Wise words indeed. Love the new steps that you are taking.
Once again, you have nailed it - live life to the fullest now. To say that I am thrilled that last year is over for you is an understatement. Not only did you survive, you thrived! The stamp is loverly and I love the experimentation you are doing. Thanks for the reminder to "just do it now". xoxo
AND, the moment IS the present...
Kathy
oh so well said. I'll remember. and act. xxx
So glad you have come through this year and are feeling better! Definitely time to put those creative ideas to use, and I love what you are doing! Nature is one of my favorite inspirations, and the leaves you are making are beautiful! Enjoy every moment, and thank you for sharing your journey with us!
My dear friend, such a lovely post! It is a reminder for us all, to get going, to make art, to live our lives. Your leaves are charming and I love that you are experimenting. As always, you are an inspiration, Judy. xox
Great you clearly see a new horizon ... all the best !
hello Judy, now don't be falling off your chair, but I wrote a blog post, just for you. hehehehehe xx
the fruits of your bravery are beautiful!
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