Great way to reuse

As mentioned in a previous post, I created my first art journal.  I don't have any entries in it yet, but I'm admiring it for now.  I took a package discard and decided to make use of it. 

It began with me just doodling. 

I didn't have a real purpose in mind.

But then a light bulb went off.

Shipping Labels!

I decided to put shipping labels on the inside of the now doodled, folded cardbooard contraption.

I have different headings, so my entries will probably fit accordingly.

Now I'm up for repurposing other items around the house.

Getting Back to Bliss

I've been in a funky mood since Sunday.  And I refuse to be in this mood tomorrow.   My energy is way off and I'm getting bad news left and right.  This must and shall cease! 

So to get this frustration and angst out of the way, I decided to write and draw as meditative practices.  I'm working on an art journal finally.  Stay tuned for those pics.  I wrote a long entry in one of my other journals which basically allowed me to pour out my soul and all my woes.  This has actually helped relieve some of my burden.  After that, I moved on to create these lovely pieces:

This is a starry night to remind me to go out an wish upon the stars. 

Dreams can come true. Maybe I'll do that tonight.

The green and the flowers tell me that I need to get grounded. 

I have not been connecting with my higher self. Being planted will sustain me.

Ultimately, I know what's needed to be done.  I am the only one accountable for my bliss.  It shall be done.

Staying on the Path

This is one of the pieces I submitted for an exhibit.  I titled it Path to the Temple.  Unfortunately, it was rejected.  That's okay though.  It's actually one of my favorite works and I am glad that it's still in my possession. 

When I gaze at this lovely image, I think about the phases of my life.  I think about how often I've gone off course in search of satisfaction.  I wasn't on a path to my temple but a path to disaster.  I took jobs knowing full well I wouldn't be prosperous or happy.  It was to fill a void, I guess, called a need for income. When I soon began to step away from this hold and dependency, I was able to listen to what my heart had to say.  I began to become connected to my higher self.  I finally listened to my higher self.  This listening afforded me the opportunity to be redirected to where I was supposed to be.  It was there all along, but I was distracted. 

Now I am at one with my higher self and my purpose.  I am on course.  It feels wonderful, and my work gives me such affirmation.  How do you affirm to yourself that you are on the right path?  What messages have you received from your higher self?

Blissful Creations

I joined the Creative Everyday Challenge a few weeks ago, but hadn't posted anything relating to the themes.  Well, yesterday was such an opportune time to experience bliss, which is the theme for June.  Yesterday's weather presented much rain, thunder, and lightning.  Though this may be disturbing to some people, I find such moments to be very very soothing.  When it rains, I look out the window and thank Mother Nature for replenishment and the gift of water.  The sound of the rain-slicked roads is like a lullaby to me and it brings peace.  With all this said, I was calm enough to create and get back to my life's purpose.  This was very much needed because my week was pretty sluggish. Being centered and calm is pure bliss.  Out of bliss came these lovely creations.

Retreat Doodles

These are the doodles I promised to post.  While I was retreating in a serene environment, I was able to allow the pen to do its work without interference.

Out of the office- Be back soon

I've been away from my home office. So I haven't been able to scan in my recent doodles.  For those who have been doodling and zentangling for some time, I must concur--this is quite a soothing engagement and meditative practice.  Once I get back to my computer and scanner, I'll post some of my creations.