“We Are Worthy,” Collage Art by Suzette R.
As she took the journey back to her wings, she embraced the truth that she was worthy and that she was enough, just as she was, imperfections and all.
Who Sent It? This gorgeous collage postcard was crafted and sent by my pen friend, Suzette R. She sent this one about four years ago. She shares the inspiration for this and two companion “We Are Worthy” pieces on her blog: Notes from the Road. Have a restful weekend!
“There Is Beauty,” Photo by Suzette R.
At night the watchmen of the city say,“Beauty shall rise with the dawn from theeast.”And at noontide the toilers and the way-farers say, “We have seen her leaning overthe earth from the windows of the sunset.”In winter say the snow-bound, “She shallcome with the spring leaping upon the hills.”And in the summer heat the reapers say,“We have seen her dancing with the autumnleaves, and we saw a drift of snow in herhair.” –Kahlil Gibran, from The Prophet
Sadly, we’ve reached the final Love Notes 38 post. This round was a little of what my soul needed. I am in a tough place (emotionally), and Suzette’s well-prepared packages offered a bit of respite.
Love Notes 38, Prompt 3: There is beauty…
For this prompt, Suzette shared an excerpt of “On Beauty” [above] by Kahlil Gibran, one of my favorite poets.
There is beauty in every facet of our day-to-day lives. The trick is to be watchful and ready to see it and embrace it when it happens. –Suzette R.
There’s beauty in folding a freshly washed load of laundry. There’s beauty in shadows cast by the setting sun. There’s beauty in holding a favorite book. There’s beauty in loving. There’s beauty in aging skin. There’s beauty in every landscape and vista. There is beauty all around when there’s love at home. –Suzette R.
Sometimes you take it all in. Sometimes you let it all go. Wings are made for flight, but birds have feet for a reason. Balance.
I am back today with Suzette R’s response to Love Notes 38.2. She captured the dreamy photo above in Ten Sleep, Wyoming, and for her response, she wove together various quotes and ended with her own invitation. Enjoy!
Love Notes 38, Prompt 2: Invite in the idea…
Invite in the idea…
That sometimes we take it all in
and sometimes we
need to let it all go.
That “each of us is a part
of all that surrounds us…
…and every joy we feel
is a celebration of life.” [Flavia]
That “Surely a star danced
in Heaven on the day you
were born.” [Flavia]
That “When big things feel
out of control…focus on
what you love right under
your nose.” [Charlie Mackesy]
That “Being kind to yourself
is one of the greatest kindnesses.” [Charlie Mackesy]
That you inspire so many people
with your kindness
and your example.
“Discover.” Photo by Suzette R.
Love Notes Round 38 (!) just ended, and my partner, Suzette R., sent three very touching envelopes overflowing with beauty and inspiration. As the chaotic and maddening end of January gives way to the frenzy of February, this week is a good time to allow Suzette’s lovely expressions to do the blog work for me. I hope you are inspired.
LN 38 Prompt 1: I hope you discover…
I hope you discover…
We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open.—Jawaharlal Nehru
I hope you discover…
It’s your road, and yours alone. Others may walk it with you, but no one can walk it for you. – Rumi
I hope you discover…
Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing we’ll ever do. —Brené Brown
I hope you discover…
What you seek is seeking you. —Rumi
I hope you discover…
Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars, to change the world. –Harriet Tubman
May you have a week filled with wondrous discovery.
I am back with another “Write Together” snippet. This piece was written in response to the prompt “In this very moment…”
In this very moment I am excited by the possibilities of who I am becoming. I am shedding the old casing, tossing aside ideas and versions of myself that no longer serve who I am in this moment or who I am becoming. Up to now, what has made giving up the former self so difficult is that she was good. She was organized, oh-so-together, and well-equipped for the journey—that bygone journey for a me that is skipping into the past of known worlds. This present me spends a lot of time in overwhelming chaos because transformation is not neat and tidy. It’s messy, confusing, and sometimes traumatic. But I’m learning not to fight it. I’m learning to partner with it in a new dance, a new becoming. I see glimpses of this new person. I can’t wait to meet her. –Chandra Lynn, Write Together, 01.25.21
About the Image: Today’s gorgeous sunflowers were crafted by my Love Notes friend, Suzette R of Desert Blue Sky. She sent the oversized postcard because of my love for sunflowers and my enthusiastic response when she posted them on Facebook. Like many of us, Suzette is also processing grief. Part of her healing this year has been in planting and growing in her garden. Check out two more sunflowers from her garden: Here and here.
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