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If you clicked on my blog expecting the next magical do it all supplement, I am sorry but that isn’t it. And it’s not a drug, nap or long walk either. It is simply a “leap of faith”. I swing my legs out of bed and believe they will work properly. I trust that my hands will be able to paint and that my eyes will be able to see. I have dealt with a neurological challenge for over 18 years now and some days those simple tasks elude me. But most days I just have faith and the miracle of a normal day appears.
For me, my artwork is a big part of that leap. And let me tell you it is a sprinting, all out, do not stop kind of jump! It isn’t easy putting yourself out there every single day for judgement. Imagine yourself standing naked in a room filled with hundreds of strangers pointing their fingers and critiquing your body. It’s a similar feeling when I list a new work. It’s raw and personal and sometimes you just want to snap it back into your studio where it is safe.
But faith does not keep you safe. No it’s the trust that keeps you going even when it is dangerous with the “knowing” that you will make it through whatever you must face.
Today I offer you…..”A Leap Of Faith”.
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Beautifully said, Sharon!!
Thank you Lois!
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Well said.
Thank you Lisa!
Your welcome. Thank you 😉
Wow, why did I not know this about you. My apologies if I seem scattered but sometimes it’s hard to know everyone who follows and comments. Now I will remember you because we have something in common. I have a nerve issue in my right hand and have some other issues like fibromyalgia. I feel about my photography as you do your art. It gives me a purpose and something positive!! You are going on my blog links to follow 🙂
Online relationships are different….we loose out on the “in person” nuances that help us “know” someone….the eyes….facial expressions…the way they laugh. It takes longer and more intent, but I’ve found worth it. 🙂 I truly treasure some of the online friendships I’ve made. Thanks for stopping by again. I know the challenges you face and I am glad you keep on going!
Thank you Sharon. And with the amount of people here, it’s hard to get to know people…it takes time. Sometimes I just respond “thank you” and enjoy that particular interaction but don’t really know someone at all. Glad to find out a little more about you. 🙂
I really love this painting! And the story behind it, great post! I know exactly what you mean when you list a new work, especially when you’ve tried a new technique, it can be such a scary feeling!
Thank you so much Laura. 🙂 So many people do not realize what we go through sometimes to make our living…..Our jobs are based on daily judgments. We are tough cookies!
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What a great way to describe your creative process. I needed this today!
You are so welcome!!
You’re even more amazing than I thought, Sharon – just be proud of your beautiful work and keep on standing tall! Love, Meliza x
Thanks Meliza…..I do stand tall. 🙂 Life is good in spite of it all. 🙂
I don’t doubt that every day is a leap of faith. There was a little meme floating around yesterday that was a bit of a reminder of this. I have the day and the day is a gift…if I cannot walk well, I can at least walk. If I have pain, it’s pain I can manage. If I no longer have the love of my life with me, I had a love like that. For every door that closed to me another opened…to more. And I’m so grateful for it all. This is such a wonderful reminder Sharon – an excellent post with a beautiful artwork to tell its story too. Fabulous.
Thank you Lianne….have a great weekend!
And Todaay I will take that leap of Faith..smiles…thanks ..love your words
Sherrii
have a super week Sharon..share!!
Sherri
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Take it my dear friend and enjoy this fine Sunday!
smiles to you and thank you
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Wonderful reflection on what moves us to move and create each and every day! Love your image & I’m glad you got out of bed on the day you painted that one 🙂
Me too! I always make it out of bed…but some days I want to go back. 😉 Thanks for stopping by my blog!