(click on image to enlarge)Every day is a leap into full potential. Each day seems more settled. More rounded. More... well more.
It's so wonderful not to apologize for who I am. Not to say "I know, but if". It's simply beyond liberating. It is a new life. A new exploration. A new lens. A new outlook.
This might seem elementary and obvious, but I spent a good part of my life, standing beside myself, apologizing for what I have said, or what I believe, or how I feel. Like a parent of a two year old, worrying that her child's actions reflects bad parenting, I would side with my accusers. And my accusers are simply people. People with different views of what is right and what is appropriate.
What makes them the experts? What makes them right? And not me?
Nothing.
Not a single thing.
Am I always right? Hell, no. I make mistakes. I am human. But they are my mistakes and not opportunities to be crucified at the temple of an other's judgement. And certainly not mistakes that warrant me being the High Priestess at my own execution.
I did that. But no more.
Now I leap.
I look at mistakes and say "Oops! I will do better next time. Or the time after that."
And I am doing better. I am leaping off the ground, away from my lead feet, and soaring into the realm of infinite possibility.
Because anything is possible.
And the view from above. Is. Spectacular.
26 comments:
You go girl! The magick is right inside you and it sounds like you have found it!
*Standing up applauding wildly*
Leap dear friend and we shall Leap with you. Outstanding!
What a beautiful dancer! I love seeing the pattern of colors that you are drawn to--all very rich, exciting and invigorating.
Enjoy the view! :)
Much Joy, Many Blissings~*
Molly
Wonderful to watch you leap ! Gives me courage to leap myself...need to see that view !;-)
Leap high and proud! There is nothing to stop you... You can jump over the biggest of hurdles...
...because anything is possible.
Amen. I do not think your observations and outlook sound elementary. Some people never self-analyze, reflect, or actualize. How lucky you are that you can-and that you do- and how unfortunate for those who do not.
Here's to happy leaping!
Merry Writings!
what a wonderful post and painting!
here! here!
xo
melissa
HUGS! That's awesome Genie. I love it! =D
Awesome! The freedom to say - "Yeah! - that's the way that I do it.- You other folks do it your own way."
No autopsy,no foul!
Fly like an eagle.
That is amazing! I am so glad to see you leap. It makes me want to leap with you. I can so relate to all of what you have said and I am glad to see this side of you breaking free. It is inspiring and liberating. You are awesome!
I love how you wrote this and am so thrilled to read them!
It's so liberating to let go of all those fears and just be who you are. I love that you are seeing things from above... and knowing that the possibilities are endless! Thank you so much for stopping by my blog today. I will be offering prints in my shop sometime in the future, so perhaps you will want one of those! xxx
May you soar high into the realm of infinite possibilities, Genie.....you are deserving of all your dreams. Great painting and very apt for today's post ~ :)
Good for you! When I got out from under my artist block, a little over two years ago now, I felt like you do now - freed.
It doesn't stop - it just gets so you're more used to it, and you don't notice how different it feels. It starts to feel normal (because it IS).
Yippeeeee! This post is so....... well... freeing, leaping, wonderful!
You go girl - and we'll go with you.
Hugs
=)
i love this!
all we can do is strive to do better. i love love love this!
Another extradinary post, both words and painting, Genie! You are touching my soul and inspiring me too. Keep leaping! :)
Oh, Genie, I applaud your liberation! Good for you and so insightful for you to realize that their opinions are just that - their opinions. Their opinions do not make them right nor does it give anyone else the right to play judge and jury on your life.
((hugs)) and much love to you, my sweet G,
Rebecca
Wow! Just ... wow.
Wonderful :-) Keep leaping.
What a fabulous picture - happy leapings!
You are simply amazing dear. I love this post. I've been working with some family issues lately and your post was a breath of fresh air.
Also dear Genie, you have been tagged for a photo challenge. Check it out at: http://flying-cupcakes.blogspot.com/2009/02/photo-challenge.html
ooohhh woweeeee genie!!! what an electric post!!! and so encouraging and uplifting!!! i totally and completely needed this, in my little trinket treasure world, things have been nutso busy... your post was a breath of fresh and juicy magical air!!! yay yay yay!!!
leap on sista!!!
peace and love to you!!!
wow that dance can leap! Lovely post.
Thank you my lovely people! You all envelop me in the warmth of your sunshine. I am so happy to be part of our Tribe. :) Hugs!
Anna - I am very fortunate to have reached this point in my life. I can finally breathe. :)
Judi - LOL! I love that! "No autopsy no foul"! :)
Bree- Leap with me! :)
Carla - YAY! I am looking forward to buying a print, but I really want an original. Lottery time! :) So I can buy the wonderful art of all the people I admire. I won't have any wall space left. :)
Steve - I look forward to getting used to it :)
Rebecca - It's very empowering to let go of the impact of their opinions :)
Beverly - Thank you for the tag! :) I am glad my post helped and I hope your family issues get resolved soon :)
Jennlui - I hope things calm down in your neck of the world :)
You know what's neat about teaching art? Kids learning to accept and own their mistakes..and watching them turn those mistakes into beautiful pieces of art. So often as children we are made to feel bad for our mistakes...or our mistakes are totally disregarded and made trite just because we're children. I love having the opportunity to help children transform mistakes into beauty...if only we could really learn this when we were little...how much more smooth adulthood would be.
Peace & Love.
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