did you ever? ...

"Did you ever

just want to sit next to someone 

and listen to everything 

they could possibly say

about anything ever

just because you like their face

and their voice

and their general existence?"

~wild woman sisterhood~

***

thinking of the words written on the canvas ...a story to tell ...under the layers of paint ...

~One Day~

One Day as she sat
very quietly
it all became clear to her.
She was ready to listen to the gentle
whispers of her soul.
The pieces of the puzzle began to fit
once she was aware of
where the truth
patiently sits ♥

copper angel ...

I have a new addition to my Sparrow Studio...

My beautiful copper 'shiny~soul'  Guardian angel with 'soul bead'

was loving created by the incredibly talented brother duo of

Two Brothers One Vision.

The attention to  detail is incredible ...

the time and love that went into designing and creating this beautiful angel is evident...

I felt an instant 'kindred spiritness' with Two Brothers One Vision ...

I always like to learn more and read the 'story' behind artists and 

reading about their love of nature, animals, family ... well it shows ... in every stunning piece.

I have purchased items to give as gifts (which were loved) as well as for myself ...

... more to come I am sure :-D

they are an absolute pleasure to work with & made the transaction so easy !

The attention to detail in the entire process ...down to 

a beautiful, hand written name tag which accompanied the copper creations 

a gift in itself ... 

and to wear ~

beautiful skeleton key necklace 

{the jewelry designs are stunning}

*handmade* copper creation * nostalgic * original * unique * one of a kind* skeleton key*

"You feel the soul and love held inside each piece"

... you truly do

If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind piece , have a look at

Two Brothers one Vision

... so much beauty to take in 

"If you think you're hearing something

and you can't think what it is.

If you feel a quiet longing lift your heart into the wind.

There you'll find my kindred spirit.

There you'll meet me as a friend.

It is just a Kindred Spirit and a song

to let you in"

~Cyndi Lauper~

gathering beach glass ...

the weather this past weekend was amazing ...

it felt more like the beginning of Spring than January 

{snowing today ;-D)

I spent most of Sunday outdoors ...

early in the morning, Archer & I headed to the woods

and later,  in the afternoon - the beach

the water was calm 

sparrows chirped happily 

and I walked ... 

finding treasures along the way 

lots and lots of beach glass had been washed up ...

in so many lovely shades ...

and sizes ...

that happily went into my gathering bag ...

it was only when I arrived home that I realized how much I had gathered...

(last photo) :-D

I looked up to spot a heart in the clouds x

sweet little Inukshuk statues were spotted here and there ...

"The wild woman

walks in the forest,

or by the sea

speaking intimately with the animals of the Earth itself.

She dances barefoot

in the rain,

singing the melody of her own joy.

She travels her own pathways in life.

She always trusts her instincts.

This clarity comes naturally to her.

She is what she needs to be.

She is a 

wild, joyous, life force.

She is within you,

She is within me.

She is free.

She herself is a living tribute to synchronicity.

For the wild woman

is wise enough to know

this path is much more than just a life choice.

It is a necessary synchronicity"

~Shikoba~

...each moment

”I think everything in life is art. What you do. How you dress. The way you love someone, and how you talk. Your smile and your personality. What you believe in, and all your dreams. The way you drink your tea. How you decorate your home. Or party. Your grocery list. The food you make. How your writing looks. And the way you feel. Life is art.” – Helena Bonham Carter

***

...when you bring home an unusual shaped stone from the lake { in the summer} & it sits in a bowl... and then, just like that, you see nature hidden inside just waiting to come out ...

My gathering partner ... no matter what the weather, we head out together ... wandering and collecting ... 

last Summer I collected so many unusual shaped stones as we walked along the beach... they have sat in a big bowl ever since. Every once in a while I will look at one and  see exactly what's waiting to emerge ... One day, that bowl will be a menagerie of animals :-D 

An amazing thing happens when you get honest with yourself

and start doing what you love, what makes you happy.

Your life literally slows down.

You stop wishing for the weekend.

You stop merely looking forward to special events.

You begin to live in each moment

and you start feeling like a human being.

You just ride the wave that is life,

with this feeling of contentment and joy.

You move fluidly,

steadily,

calm

& grateful.

A veil is lifted

and a whole new perspective is born.

~happy Monday~

thankful {things I love} thursday ...

... oh these lyrics ...

"Gather yourself by the seashore

and I will love you there.

Assemble yourself

with wild things

with songs of the Sparrow

and sea foam.

Let mad beauty 

collect itself in your eyes

and it will shine,

calling me.

For I long for a man

with nests of wild things in his hair.

A man who will kiss the flame"

~Jewel~

&

~lake walks~

I always feel so thankful that on any given day,

Archer and I can decide to walk along the lake

or head to the woods. Both serene and peaceful ... 

I will return home with a treasure {or two}  no matter where I decide to wander...

driftwood * beach glass * stones * or  *  twigs * grapevine * leaves

the ocean is everything I want to be.

beautiful* mysterious* wild * and * free *

"Because

there's nothing more beautiful

than the way the ocean

refuses to stop kissing

the shoreline,

no matter

how many times

it's sent away"

~Sarah Kay~

she loved the ocean

because every time the waves 

left the shore,

they always came back

... just like me ...today it will be a lake walk

happy Thursday x

by moonlight ...

Every once in a while

a painting will emerge

that is totally different

from what I originally had in mind ...

It fascinates me ... I know it is due partly to my *thoughts* as I am painting * energy* mood * 

possibly {probably ;-D}the impending New Moon which we will see tonight.

~by moonlight~ is one of those paintings x

***

Under a moon lit sky

I think of us

Meet me there

in the night time hush 

"Don't forget love;

it will bring you

all the madness you need

to unfurl yourself 

across the Universe"

~Mirabai~

"A dreamer 

is one

who can only

find her way

by moonlight"

~Oscar Wilde~

Maybe the wolf

is in love with the moon

and each month

it cries for a love

it will never touch

on the wide open waves ...

after days of rain...

the snow is melting ...

a morning walk of  refreshing rain 

and birdsong {bliss}

and patches of snow :-D

chats with squirrels

and Cardinals ...

I noticed that someone before me had brought her breakfast x

walks along the lake ...

a little bit of everything...

"Why are you so determined

to keep your wild

silently inside you?

Let it breathe.

Give it a voice.

Let it roll out of you

on the wide open waves.

Set it free"

~Jeanette LeBlanc~

thankful {things I love} thursday ...

cardinal couples

nests

beautiful in every season

pieces of art in themselves

Archer ~ my love

unconditional

x

snow glistening like diamonds

and tree branch shadows

the serenity of the woods

& the deep love , respect and connection I feel for mother earth...

shared in my newest painting

bound to you

crow * owl * badger * hare * moon *trees

the "story" became more of a love note

I am bound to you

heart and soul

living fully

brave and bold

sky watcher

earth walker

tree hugger

bird talker

bound to you

body and mind

precious *mother earth*

you leave daily treasures for me to find

how you nourish me

in simple, gentle ways

a cooling breeze, sky filled with clouds

warmth on my neck ... Namaste

in gratitude, I bow...

you keep me grounded

keep me aware

keep me well rounded

I am bound to you

in every move I make

I walk you gently

giving back more than I take

© deb dunn