During COVID-19 physical isolation, many people are feeling pressure to organize, learn, create- generally be more productive. The reality is that many of us find ourselves with more time on our hands while others are doing much more and facing more time pressures. Some are home with young children demanding attention or rebellious adolescents looking… Continue reading 6 Ways to restore creative energy
Category: Inspiration
Posts about imagination, ideas, insight, and innovation and provide the motivation and energy to create, to dream – and to believe in goodness and magic.
The case for imperfection
Use what talents you possess; the woods would be very silent if no birds sang except those that sang best. Henry van Dyke I have been accused of being a perfectionist. It always makes me bristle. “Ridiculous!” I shout. And, as proof, I argue that my work isn’t perfect. Turns out, That is a… Continue reading The case for imperfection
The Plymouth Tapestry: Stitching 400 years
Many people are familiar with the Bayeux Tapestry, which tells the story of the Norman Conquest and the Battle of Hastings through an embroidered cloth almost 230 M Long. Learn more in this short film: The Bayeux Tapestry – Seven Ages of Britain from BBC One This spectacular piece of work inspired a group of… Continue reading The Plymouth Tapestry: Stitching 400 years
Magna Carta as a stitching collaboration
This morning, I received my weekly Inspirations: All Stitched Up newsletter in my mailbox. (Issue 222, FEB 21, 2020). Reading this is always a welcome way to start my day with creative ideas. If you do – or admire – hand work, you can sign-up for this beautiful newsletter at Inspirations Studios. If you are… Continue reading Magna Carta as a stitching collaboration
12 Gratitude Quotes That Made Me a Believer – Goodlife Zen
Make Gratitude Part of Your Story This article from GoodLife Zen gives some insights into the powere of gratitude. Source: 12 Gratitude Quotes That Made Me a Believer – Goodlife Zen Strive to make gratitude part of your story, everyday.
Wednesday wonder
Not much narrative today. Just a few images from Fisherman’s Cove, a small village on Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore. Dramatic sky… …Lovely colours… … and a sweet little feral cat under the dock.