Is it okay for me to admit that I'm a bit stressed out?
I have a book deadline colliding with CHA colliding with heading to New Jersey to teach at CREATE colliding with a magazine deadline and I am running to keep up. And I'm not a very good runner. Basically I'm caught in a nasty circle where I'm just hating everything I'm making and that makes me feel bad about myself and then that makes me get angry at myself for feeling bad and then that…well, you get the gist of it.
I'm trying to keep up with my blog and my e-mail and the apartment and well, there are a lot of unanswered e-mails and my studio has gone way past hurricane phase to something I like to call armageddon. Luckily my husband is out of town, so all those dirty dishes in the sink will just be our little secret, okay?
As for the blog, you may see a few posts from the archives pop up in the next week or two. They're oldies, but goodies. I promise.
Nonetheless I realize how super incredibly totally lucky I am that all these wonderful opportunities are the stressors in my life!
I managed to catch the Fourth of July fireworks from our terrace last night and they were pretty spectacular! Here are a few of my favorite photos:
As beautiful as these photos are, I have to admit that I love this photo the most:
It's a complete accident. I somehow managed to get a bokeh effect when I was trying to photograph the fireworks. And looking at this series of photos, I had a mini ephiphany about my own little stress out meltdown.
I took 157 photos.
Only 20 of those photos were mostly in focus.
Maybe 6 of them were truly in focus.
And among the 151 rejects was this gorgeous mistake: the bokeh photograph.
A very good reminder.
I need to let go of my expectations. Not lower them, but let go entirely. I need to approach all of this creating and writing with the same freedom I have when I point my camera at some fireworks and hope for the best. Some things will work and some won't.
After all, isn't this the philosophy that I teach in my classes? That I preach in my videos? That I believe with all of my heart? Sometimes it's just so hard to let go. Especially when you really care about the outcome. But art isn't something that can be forced.
Today my mantra is: Let Go.
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And take a few minutes now & then just to breathe. And don’t forget to sleep! Otherwise, the more stressed & tired you get, the more will go wrong. ((Hugs)) & your fireworks photos are great, especially the ‘mistake’.
And take a few minutes now & then just to breathe. And don’t forget to sleep! Otherwise, the more stressed & tired you get, the more will go wrong. ((Hugs)) & your fireworks photos are great, especially the ‘mistake’.
And take a few minutes now & then just to breathe. And don’t forget to sleep! Otherwise, the more stressed & tired you get, the more will go wrong. ((Hugs)) & your fireworks photos are great, especially the ‘mistake’.
And take a few minutes now & then just to breathe. And don’t forget to sleep! Otherwise, the more stressed & tired you get, the more will go wrong. ((Hugs)) & your fireworks photos are great, especially the ‘mistake’.
And take a few minutes now & then just to breathe. And don’t forget to sleep! Otherwise, the more stressed & tired you get, the more will go wrong. ((Hugs)) & your fireworks photos are great, especially the ‘mistake’.
Totally rooting for you Julie, you can do it!
Blog schmog, good things come to those who wait. No sad faces please 😉
If you hit a wall, maybe try taking another field trip to a museum or just schedule an hour to throw a bunch of clutter into a box or three? That kind of stuff always helps me find my spark again.
Best wishes to you on meeting your deadlines. Totally cheering for you!
Totally rooting for you Julie, you can do it!
Blog schmog, good things come to those who wait. No sad faces please 😉
If you hit a wall, maybe try taking another field trip to a museum or just schedule an hour to throw a bunch of clutter into a box or three? That kind of stuff always helps me find my spark again.
Best wishes to you on meeting your deadlines. Totally cheering for you!
Totally rooting for you Julie, you can do it!
Blog schmog, good things come to those who wait. No sad faces please 😉
If you hit a wall, maybe try taking another field trip to a museum or just schedule an hour to throw a bunch of clutter into a box or three? That kind of stuff always helps me find my spark again.
Best wishes to you on meeting your deadlines. Totally cheering for you!
Totally rooting for you Julie, you can do it!
Blog schmog, good things come to those who wait. No sad faces please 😉
If you hit a wall, maybe try taking another field trip to a museum or just schedule an hour to throw a bunch of clutter into a box or three? That kind of stuff always helps me find my spark again.
Best wishes to you on meeting your deadlines. Totally cheering for you!
Totally rooting for you Julie, you can do it!
Blog schmog, good things come to those who wait. No sad faces please 😉
If you hit a wall, maybe try taking another field trip to a museum or just schedule an hour to throw a bunch of clutter into a box or three? That kind of stuff always helps me find my spark again.
Best wishes to you on meeting your deadlines. Totally cheering for you!
I understand your feelings you wrote. Somtetimes in life there are such feelings and moments. Your own device is: Let go! And that is the most difficult act to do, but everywhere in live you come against. I enjoy of your beautiful work, so take a little rest and let it go!!
(I know how difficult it is, but you can!!)
Lovely greet and a big hug
Marja
(marjascreativity)
I understand your feelings you wrote. Somtetimes in life there are such feelings and moments. Your own device is: Let go! And that is the most difficult act to do, but everywhere in live you come against. I enjoy of your beautiful work, so take a little rest and let it go!!
(I know how difficult it is, but you can!!)
Lovely greet and a big hug
Marja
(marjascreativity)
I understand your feelings you wrote. Somtetimes in life there are such feelings and moments. Your own device is: Let go! And that is the most difficult act to do, but everywhere in live you come against. I enjoy of your beautiful work, so take a little rest and let it go!!
(I know how difficult it is, but you can!!)
Lovely greet and a big hug
Marja
(marjascreativity)
I understand your feelings you wrote. Somtetimes in life there are such feelings and moments. Your own device is: Let go! And that is the most difficult act to do, but everywhere in live you come against. I enjoy of your beautiful work, so take a little rest and let it go!!
(I know how difficult it is, but you can!!)
Lovely greet and a big hug
Marja
(marjascreativity)
I understand your feelings you wrote. Somtetimes in life there are such feelings and moments. Your own device is: Let go! And that is the most difficult act to do, but everywhere in live you come against. I enjoy of your beautiful work, so take a little rest and let it go!!
(I know how difficult it is, but you can!!)
Lovely greet and a big hug
Marja
(marjascreativity)
Love you girl!!! You can do it and you will rock it!!!! Sending you big strength – and let-it-go- kick ass vibes over the pond!
Love you girl!!! You can do it and you will rock it!!!! Sending you big strength – and let-it-go- kick ass vibes over the pond!
Love you girl!!! You can do it and you will rock it!!!! Sending you big strength – and let-it-go- kick ass vibes over the pond!
Love you girl!!! You can do it and you will rock it!!!! Sending you big strength – and let-it-go- kick ass vibes over the pond!
Love you girl!!! You can do it and you will rock it!!!! Sending you big strength – and let-it-go- kick ass vibes over the pond!
It’s OK to say you are stressed!! Wow you have a lot on. It’s ok to adimit and say it, sometimes it makes dealing with all you have going on that little bit easier. remember to take a break, walk away from everytng, and just do something completely different – listen or watch the birds, watch people walking by, watch the clouds in the sky, whatev works…sometimes that small time out can refresh you and help release all the tension you carry iIn your body – that we don’t always realize we do! Hand in there, and thanks for sharing. 🙂
It’s OK to say you are stressed!! Wow you have a lot on. It’s ok to adimit and say it, sometimes it makes dealing with all you have going on that little bit easier. remember to take a break, walk away from everytng, and just do something completely different – listen or watch the birds, watch people walking by, watch the clouds in the sky, whatev works…sometimes that small time out can refresh you and help release all the tension you carry iIn your body – that we don’t always realize we do! Hand in there, and thanks for sharing. 🙂
It’s OK to say you are stressed!! Wow you have a lot on. It’s ok to adimit and say it, sometimes it makes dealing with all you have going on that little bit easier. remember to take a break, walk away from everytng, and just do something completely different – listen or watch the birds, watch people walking by, watch the clouds in the sky, whatev works…sometimes that small time out can refresh you and help release all the tension you carry iIn your body – that we don’t always realize we do! Hand in there, and thanks for sharing. 🙂
It’s OK to say you are stressed!! Wow you have a lot on. It’s ok to adimit and say it, sometimes it makes dealing with all you have going on that little bit easier. remember to take a break, walk away from everytng, and just do something completely different – listen or watch the birds, watch people walking by, watch the clouds in the sky, whatev works…sometimes that small time out can refresh you and help release all the tension you carry iIn your body – that we don’t always realize we do! Hand in there, and thanks for sharing. 🙂
It’s OK to say you are stressed!! Wow you have a lot on. It’s ok to adimit and say it, sometimes it makes dealing with all you have going on that little bit easier. remember to take a break, walk away from everytng, and just do something completely different – listen or watch the birds, watch people walking by, watch the clouds in the sky, whatev works…sometimes that small time out can refresh you and help release all the tension you carry iIn your body – that we don’t always realize we do! Hand in there, and thanks for sharing. 🙂
Everything is ok. You are so hardworking and generous here in your blog. We can wait and read old treasures. You take care of yourself, breathe, sleep, go out for a walk. May be you do not need full perfection in all you do?
Everything is ok. You are so hardworking and generous here in your blog. We can wait and read old treasures. You take care of yourself, breathe, sleep, go out for a walk. May be you do not need full perfection in all you do?
Everything is ok. You are so hardworking and generous here in your blog. We can wait and read old treasures. You take care of yourself, breathe, sleep, go out for a walk. May be you do not need full perfection in all you do?
Everything is ok. You are so hardworking and generous here in your blog. We can wait and read old treasures. You take care of yourself, breathe, sleep, go out for a walk. May be you do not need full perfection in all you do?
Everything is ok. You are so hardworking and generous here in your blog. We can wait and read old treasures. You take care of yourself, breathe, sleep, go out for a walk. May be you do not need full perfection in all you do?
Julie,
You are such a motivated person and you want to do your
best at all that you set-up for yourself, but you are absolutely right about not being able to force the art. Eat a healthy salad or a piece of fruit.
I just found a wonderful meditation music recording on youtube…it really relaxes your mind
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_a-Yh5FTaE&feature=related. I have been using this for 4 days and it has helped so much. It might make you sleepy so it is good to listen to before bed.
I look forward to seeing what fabulous designs you will make for all of these upcoming deadlines.
Good luck
Good luck
Julie,
You are such a motivated person and you want to do your
best at all that you set-up for yourself, but you are absolutely right about not being able to force the art. Eat a healthy salad or a piece of fruit.
I just found a wonderful meditation music recording on youtube…it really relaxes your mind
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_a-Yh5FTaE&feature=related. I have been using this for 4 days and it has helped so much. It might make you sleepy so it is good to listen to before bed.
I look forward to seeing what fabulous designs you will make for all of these upcoming deadlines.
Good luck
Good luck
Julie,
You are such a motivated person and you want to do your
best at all that you set-up for yourself, but you are absolutely right about not being able to force the art. Eat a healthy salad or a piece of fruit.
I just found a wonderful meditation music recording on youtube…it really relaxes your mind
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_a-Yh5FTaE&feature=related. I have been using this for 4 days and it has helped so much. It might make you sleepy so it is good to listen to before bed.
I look forward to seeing what fabulous designs you will make for all of these upcoming deadlines.
Good luck
Good luck
Julie,
You are such a motivated person and you want to do your
best at all that you set-up for yourself, but you are absolutely right about not being able to force the art. Eat a healthy salad or a piece of fruit.
I just found a wonderful meditation music recording on youtube…it really relaxes your mind
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_a-Yh5FTaE&feature=related. I have been using this for 4 days and it has helped so much. It might make you sleepy so it is good to listen to before bed.
I look forward to seeing what fabulous designs you will make for all of these upcoming deadlines.
Good luck
Good luck
Julie,
You are such a motivated person and you want to do your
best at all that you set-up for yourself, but you are absolutely right about not being able to force the art. Eat a healthy salad or a piece of fruit.
I just found a wonderful meditation music recording on youtube…it really relaxes your mind
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_a-Yh5FTaE&feature=related. I have been using this for 4 days and it has helped so much. It might make you sleepy so it is good to listen to before bed.
I look forward to seeing what fabulous designs you will make for all of these upcoming deadlines.
Good luck
Good luck
Hang in there Julie! You are absolutely right. These are all wonderful stressors and in the end you will be so proud of each of them:)
Hang in there Julie! You are absolutely right. These are all wonderful stressors and in the end you will be so proud of each of them:)
Hang in there Julie! You are absolutely right. These are all wonderful stressors and in the end you will be so proud of each of them:)
Hang in there Julie! You are absolutely right. These are all wonderful stressors and in the end you will be so proud of each of them:)
Hang in there Julie! You are absolutely right. These are all wonderful stressors and in the end you will be so proud of each of them:)
You can do it! you inpsire us to get through our tough times too!
You can do it! you inpsire us to get through our tough times too!
You can do it! you inpsire us to get through our tough times too!
You can do it! you inpsire us to get through our tough times too!
You can do it! you inpsire us to get through our tough times too!
no doubt you just need to vent it once in awhile! hey, those pics are marvelous…
no doubt you just need to vent it once in awhile! hey, those pics are marvelous…
no doubt you just need to vent it once in awhile! hey, those pics are marvelous…
no doubt you just need to vent it once in awhile! hey, those pics are marvelous…
no doubt you just need to vent it once in awhile! hey, those pics are marvelous…
Julie, I wonder how you do it all. Don’t worry about the blog – we’ll love the old posts we’ve not read in awhile. Take care of yourself. Lots of good advice from your readers. Above all, be good to yourself. Get a massage or go for a walk or just be with a cup of joe or tea. And be sure you get those 8 hours of shut eye and spend some time with the handsome hubby and sweet momma. Sending good thoughts and prayers your way.
Julie, I wonder how you do it all. Don’t worry about the blog – we’ll love the old posts we’ve not read in awhile. Take care of yourself. Lots of good advice from your readers. Above all, be good to yourself. Get a massage or go for a walk or just be with a cup of joe or tea. And be sure you get those 8 hours of shut eye and spend some time with the handsome hubby and sweet momma. Sending good thoughts and prayers your way.
Julie, I wonder how you do it all. Don’t worry about the blog – we’ll love the old posts we’ve not read in awhile. Take care of yourself. Lots of good advice from your readers. Above all, be good to yourself. Get a massage or go for a walk or just be with a cup of joe or tea. And be sure you get those 8 hours of shut eye and spend some time with the handsome hubby and sweet momma. Sending good thoughts and prayers your way.
Julie, I wonder how you do it all. Don’t worry about the blog – we’ll love the old posts we’ve not read in awhile. Take care of yourself. Lots of good advice from your readers. Above all, be good to yourself. Get a massage or go for a walk or just be with a cup of joe or tea. And be sure you get those 8 hours of shut eye and spend some time with the handsome hubby and sweet momma. Sending good thoughts and prayers your way.
Julie, I wonder how you do it all. Don’t worry about the blog – we’ll love the old posts we’ve not read in awhile. Take care of yourself. Lots of good advice from your readers. Above all, be good to yourself. Get a massage or go for a walk or just be with a cup of joe or tea. And be sure you get those 8 hours of shut eye and spend some time with the handsome hubby and sweet momma. Sending good thoughts and prayers your way.
Wow. That is a LOT on your plate. Your epiphany is perfect, your art needn’t be. Surrender is powerful. Thank you for all you do and I will be so happy with archived blog posts. : )
Wow. That is a LOT on your plate. Your epiphany is perfect, your art needn’t be. Surrender is powerful. Thank you for all you do and I will be so happy with archived blog posts. : )
Wow. That is a LOT on your plate. Your epiphany is perfect, your art needn’t be. Surrender is powerful. Thank you for all you do and I will be so happy with archived blog posts. : )
Wow. That is a LOT on your plate. Your epiphany is perfect, your art needn’t be. Surrender is powerful. Thank you for all you do and I will be so happy with archived blog posts. : )
Wow. That is a LOT on your plate. Your epiphany is perfect, your art needn’t be. Surrender is powerful. Thank you for all you do and I will be so happy with archived blog posts. : )
That is a long list BUT I will remind you that you have DONE THIS BEFORE WITH FABULOUS RESULTS!! Remember that awesome CHA dress!!! A stressed out YOU made that! So LET GO and have some FUN!!
That is a long list BUT I will remind you that you have DONE THIS BEFORE WITH FABULOUS RESULTS!! Remember that awesome CHA dress!!! A stressed out YOU made that! So LET GO and have some FUN!!
That is a long list BUT I will remind you that you have DONE THIS BEFORE WITH FABULOUS RESULTS!! Remember that awesome CHA dress!!! A stressed out YOU made that! So LET GO and have some FUN!!
That is a long list BUT I will remind you that you have DONE THIS BEFORE WITH FABULOUS RESULTS!! Remember that awesome CHA dress!!! A stressed out YOU made that! So LET GO and have some FUN!!
That is a long list BUT I will remind you that you have DONE THIS BEFORE WITH FABULOUS RESULTS!! Remember that awesome CHA dress!!! A stressed out YOU made that! So LET GO and have some FUN!!
Once again the honesty in your blog is refreshing and inspiring! Everyone has been there when work, family, sanity, and the universe collide at once. You are so right about the photos- I take a zillion (actually counted by my kids on vacation one year) but only keep 1% of them. And, as with your bokeh photo, I always find a few I never expected to be great but they become my favorites. Kind of like my art journal – when I just let go it turns out great but if I force it, well, even my family can’t muster up the strength to say it looks good. You know it’s bad when the hubby says it is ugly…
Once again the honesty in your blog is refreshing and inspiring! Everyone has been there when work, family, sanity, and the universe collide at once. You are so right about the photos- I take a zillion (actually counted by my kids on vacation one year) but only keep 1% of them. And, as with your bokeh photo, I always find a few I never expected to be great but they become my favorites. Kind of like my art journal – when I just let go it turns out great but if I force it, well, even my family can’t muster up the strength to say it looks good. You know it’s bad when the hubby says it is ugly…
Once again the honesty in your blog is refreshing and inspiring! Everyone has been there when work, family, sanity, and the universe collide at once. You are so right about the photos- I take a zillion (actually counted by my kids on vacation one year) but only keep 1% of them. And, as with your bokeh photo, I always find a few I never expected to be great but they become my favorites. Kind of like my art journal – when I just let go it turns out great but if I force it, well, even my family can’t muster up the strength to say it looks good. You know it’s bad when the hubby says it is ugly…
Once again the honesty in your blog is refreshing and inspiring! Everyone has been there when work, family, sanity, and the universe collide at once. You are so right about the photos- I take a zillion (actually counted by my kids on vacation one year) but only keep 1% of them. And, as with your bokeh photo, I always find a few I never expected to be great but they become my favorites. Kind of like my art journal – when I just let go it turns out great but if I force it, well, even my family can’t muster up the strength to say it looks good. You know it’s bad when the hubby says it is ugly…
Once again the honesty in your blog is refreshing and inspiring! Everyone has been there when work, family, sanity, and the universe collide at once. You are so right about the photos- I take a zillion (actually counted by my kids on vacation one year) but only keep 1% of them. And, as with your bokeh photo, I always find a few I never expected to be great but they become my favorites. Kind of like my art journal – when I just let go it turns out great but if I force it, well, even my family can’t muster up the strength to say it looks good. You know it’s bad when the hubby says it is ugly…
Beautiful post. xo
Beautiful post. xo
Beautiful post. xo
Beautiful post. xo
Beautiful post. xo
One of your best posts ever. This is such a great reminder for everything in life. I now have a lot of catching up to do. I sign up for online classes and get so intimidated I just stop. Your post is a reminder to let go and have fun. Thank you for your continued inspiration
One of your best posts ever. This is such a great reminder for everything in life. I now have a lot of catching up to do. I sign up for online classes and get so intimidated I just stop. Your post is a reminder to let go and have fun. Thank you for your continued inspiration
One of your best posts ever. This is such a great reminder for everything in life. I now have a lot of catching up to do. I sign up for online classes and get so intimidated I just stop. Your post is a reminder to let go and have fun. Thank you for your continued inspiration
One of your best posts ever. This is such a great reminder for everything in life. I now have a lot of catching up to do. I sign up for online classes and get so intimidated I just stop. Your post is a reminder to let go and have fun. Thank you for your continued inspiration
One of your best posts ever. This is such a great reminder for everything in life. I now have a lot of catching up to do. I sign up for online classes and get so intimidated I just stop. Your post is a reminder to let go and have fun. Thank you for your continued inspiration
Great post…be kind to YOU! So what if you don’t post…so what if you have dirty dishes…we all will still be here waiting for you…BREATHE!
Great post…be kind to YOU! So what if you don’t post…so what if you have dirty dishes…we all will still be here waiting for you…BREATHE!
Great post…be kind to YOU! So what if you don’t post…so what if you have dirty dishes…we all will still be here waiting for you…BREATHE!
Great post…be kind to YOU! So what if you don’t post…so what if you have dirty dishes…we all will still be here waiting for you…BREATHE!
Great post…be kind to YOU! So what if you don’t post…so what if you have dirty dishes…we all will still be here waiting for you…BREATHE!
very nice post…i don’t normally read blog posts but I read yours when i get a chance. it’s funny how i can make something i hate and others will love it…don’t be hard on yourself…i honestly wish i could be there to help you and not be stuck behind a desk and if i were closer i would def offer the help! good luck with all of your deadlines!
very nice post…i don’t normally read blog posts but I read yours when i get a chance. it’s funny how i can make something i hate and others will love it…don’t be hard on yourself…i honestly wish i could be there to help you and not be stuck behind a desk and if i were closer i would def offer the help! good luck with all of your deadlines!
very nice post…i don’t normally read blog posts but I read yours when i get a chance. it’s funny how i can make something i hate and others will love it…don’t be hard on yourself…i honestly wish i could be there to help you and not be stuck behind a desk and if i were closer i would def offer the help! good luck with all of your deadlines!
very nice post…i don’t normally read blog posts but I read yours when i get a chance. it’s funny how i can make something i hate and others will love it…don’t be hard on yourself…i honestly wish i could be there to help you and not be stuck behind a desk and if i were closer i would def offer the help! good luck with all of your deadlines!
very nice post…i don’t normally read blog posts but I read yours when i get a chance. it’s funny how i can make something i hate and others will love it…don’t be hard on yourself…i honestly wish i could be there to help you and not be stuck behind a desk and if i were closer i would def offer the help! good luck with all of your deadlines!
Thanks for sharing your feelings so openly and honestly. We all have those times. Just remember to breathe, take it one step at a time, and remember, this too shall pass. Your blog, and your art are truly inspiring – the first thing I look for in my inbox every day!
Thanks for sharing your feelings so openly and honestly. We all have those times. Just remember to breathe, take it one step at a time, and remember, this too shall pass. Your blog, and your art are truly inspiring – the first thing I look for in my inbox every day!
Thanks for sharing your feelings so openly and honestly. We all have those times. Just remember to breathe, take it one step at a time, and remember, this too shall pass. Your blog, and your art are truly inspiring – the first thing I look for in my inbox every day!
Thanks for sharing your feelings so openly and honestly. We all have those times. Just remember to breathe, take it one step at a time, and remember, this too shall pass. Your blog, and your art are truly inspiring – the first thing I look for in my inbox every day!
Thanks for sharing your feelings so openly and honestly. We all have those times. Just remember to breathe, take it one step at a time, and remember, this too shall pass. Your blog, and your art are truly inspiring – the first thing I look for in my inbox every day!
Boy I can really relate! Problems even the good kind really are problems. Good for you for being honest with yourself and practicing being alive moment-to-moment. Keep going…you won’t be bored!
Boy I can really relate! Problems even the good kind really are problems. Good for you for being honest with yourself and practicing being alive moment-to-moment. Keep going…you won’t be bored!
Boy I can really relate! Problems even the good kind really are problems. Good for you for being honest with yourself and practicing being alive moment-to-moment. Keep going…you won’t be bored!
Boy I can really relate! Problems even the good kind really are problems. Good for you for being honest with yourself and practicing being alive moment-to-moment. Keep going…you won’t be bored!
Boy I can really relate! Problems even the good kind really are problems. Good for you for being honest with yourself and practicing being alive moment-to-moment. Keep going…you won’t be bored!
Stripped down to the bone, you are an amazing person. You share the love of the creative process; it’s impossible not being carried away by your authentic spirit. Thank you for sharing the freedom that creativity has provided you with, I have my paint brush out now, and forever. Terri Holmes
Stripped down to the bone, you are an amazing person. You share the love of the creative process; it’s impossible not being carried away by your authentic spirit. Thank you for sharing the freedom that creativity has provided you with, I have my paint brush out now, and forever. Terri Holmes
Stripped down to the bone, you are an amazing person. You share the love of the creative process; it’s impossible not being carried away by your authentic spirit. Thank you for sharing the freedom that creativity has provided you with, I have my paint brush out now, and forever. Terri Holmes
Stripped down to the bone, you are an amazing person. You share the love of the creative process; it’s impossible not being carried away by your authentic spirit. Thank you for sharing the freedom that creativity has provided you with, I have my paint brush out now, and forever. Terri Holmes
Stripped down to the bone, you are an amazing person. You share the love of the creative process; it’s impossible not being carried away by your authentic spirit. Thank you for sharing the freedom that creativity has provided you with, I have my paint brush out now, and forever. Terri Holmes
I had to stop in and say I admire you incredible work ethic- I only post 2 to 3 times a week and I find it difficult- I can’t imagine the pressure you must be feeling right now but I know you’ll pull through with immense style and flair. I know how it is to get into a “I hate everything I make” rut- I use your blog to get out of mine! HUGS to you- never doubt your work or the process you’ve created- your work is consistently beautiful and these pressures will provide great new ideas.
I had to stop in and say I admire you incredible work ethic- I only post 2 to 3 times a week and I find it difficult- I can’t imagine the pressure you must be feeling right now but I know you’ll pull through with immense style and flair. I know how it is to get into a “I hate everything I make” rut- I use your blog to get out of mine! HUGS to you- never doubt your work or the process you’ve created- your work is consistently beautiful and these pressures will provide great new ideas.
I had to stop in and say I admire you incredible work ethic- I only post 2 to 3 times a week and I find it difficult- I can’t imagine the pressure you must be feeling right now but I know you’ll pull through with immense style and flair. I know how it is to get into a “I hate everything I make” rut- I use your blog to get out of mine! HUGS to you- never doubt your work or the process you’ve created- your work is consistently beautiful and these pressures will provide great new ideas.
I had to stop in and say I admire you incredible work ethic- I only post 2 to 3 times a week and I find it difficult- I can’t imagine the pressure you must be feeling right now but I know you’ll pull through with immense style and flair. I know how it is to get into a “I hate everything I make” rut- I use your blog to get out of mine! HUGS to you- never doubt your work or the process you’ve created- your work is consistently beautiful and these pressures will provide great new ideas.
I had to stop in and say I admire you incredible work ethic- I only post 2 to 3 times a week and I find it difficult- I can’t imagine the pressure you must be feeling right now but I know you’ll pull through with immense style and flair. I know how it is to get into a “I hate everything I make” rut- I use your blog to get out of mine! HUGS to you- never doubt your work or the process you’ve created- your work is consistently beautiful and these pressures will provide great new ideas.
So true, I have a hard time not controlling the outcome of my art and find that when I “let go” it doesn’t always turn out better but it’s more of me and there are a lot of happy coincidences. Anyway, thanks for the post, reminding me to make art and accept the outcome.
So true, I have a hard time not controlling the outcome of my art and find that when I “let go” it doesn’t always turn out better but it’s more of me and there are a lot of happy coincidences. Anyway, thanks for the post, reminding me to make art and accept the outcome.
So true, I have a hard time not controlling the outcome of my art and find that when I “let go” it doesn’t always turn out better but it’s more of me and there are a lot of happy coincidences. Anyway, thanks for the post, reminding me to make art and accept the outcome.
So true, I have a hard time not controlling the outcome of my art and find that when I “let go” it doesn’t always turn out better but it’s more of me and there are a lot of happy coincidences. Anyway, thanks for the post, reminding me to make art and accept the outcome.
So true, I have a hard time not controlling the outcome of my art and find that when I “let go” it doesn’t always turn out better but it’s more of me and there are a lot of happy coincidences. Anyway, thanks for the post, reminding me to make art and accept the outcome.
What a wonderful post!
What a wonderful post!
What a wonderful post!
What a wonderful post!
What a wonderful post!
Oh- I hate to say it, but it’s comforting to know that even the greatest among us has those days when they hate everything they create- too many won’t admit it. It’s temporary tho-as it always is. The next thing you make may be your favorite! I always find that when I am feeling negative, my art reflects it-which is frustrating because that is just when I want to create the most!
Hang in there-this too shall pass 🙂
Oh- I hate to say it, but it’s comforting to know that even the greatest among us has those days when they hate everything they create- too many won’t admit it. It’s temporary tho-as it always is. The next thing you make may be your favorite! I always find that when I am feeling negative, my art reflects it-which is frustrating because that is just when I want to create the most!
Hang in there-this too shall pass 🙂
Oh- I hate to say it, but it’s comforting to know that even the greatest among us has those days when they hate everything they create- too many won’t admit it. It’s temporary tho-as it always is. The next thing you make may be your favorite! I always find that when I am feeling negative, my art reflects it-which is frustrating because that is just when I want to create the most!
Hang in there-this too shall pass 🙂
Oh- I hate to say it, but it’s comforting to know that even the greatest among us has those days when they hate everything they create- too many won’t admit it. It’s temporary tho-as it always is. The next thing you make may be your favorite! I always find that when I am feeling negative, my art reflects it-which is frustrating because that is just when I want to create the most!
Hang in there-this too shall pass 🙂
Oh- I hate to say it, but it’s comforting to know that even the greatest among us has those days when they hate everything they create- too many won’t admit it. It’s temporary tho-as it always is. The next thing you make may be your favorite! I always find that when I am feeling negative, my art reflects it-which is frustrating because that is just when I want to create the most!
Hang in there-this too shall pass 🙂
Julie, you are refreshingly authentic and that’s one of the reasons I read your blog every day. I would love to see old posts; they’ve all been winners and I can always use reminders about techniques and such, and I know that means you’ll be taking care of yourself during a particularly hectic time. Its good for all of us to see that a professional artist has the same problems with time commitments, self confidence, and guilt that the rest of us do. Thanks for the honest sharing!
Julie, you are refreshingly authentic and that’s one of the reasons I read your blog every day. I would love to see old posts; they’ve all been winners and I can always use reminders about techniques and such, and I know that means you’ll be taking care of yourself during a particularly hectic time. Its good for all of us to see that a professional artist has the same problems with time commitments, self confidence, and guilt that the rest of us do. Thanks for the honest sharing!
Julie, you are refreshingly authentic and that’s one of the reasons I read your blog every day. I would love to see old posts; they’ve all been winners and I can always use reminders about techniques and such, and I know that means you’ll be taking care of yourself during a particularly hectic time. Its good for all of us to see that a professional artist has the same problems with time commitments, self confidence, and guilt that the rest of us do. Thanks for the honest sharing!
Julie, you are refreshingly authentic and that’s one of the reasons I read your blog every day. I would love to see old posts; they’ve all been winners and I can always use reminders about techniques and such, and I know that means you’ll be taking care of yourself during a particularly hectic time. Its good for all of us to see that a professional artist has the same problems with time commitments, self confidence, and guilt that the rest of us do. Thanks for the honest sharing!
Julie, you are refreshingly authentic and that’s one of the reasons I read your blog every day. I would love to see old posts; they’ve all been winners and I can always use reminders about techniques and such, and I know that means you’ll be taking care of yourself during a particularly hectic time. Its good for all of us to see that a professional artist has the same problems with time commitments, self confidence, and guilt that the rest of us do. Thanks for the honest sharing!
This sounds exactly like me lately! Trying to do too much, stressing about how it is all turning out, wanting everything to be just right, and knowing in my heart that it is OK to just play and have fun and have no expectations. But very difficult to practice!
This sounds exactly like me lately! Trying to do too much, stressing about how it is all turning out, wanting everything to be just right, and knowing in my heart that it is OK to just play and have fun and have no expectations. But very difficult to practice!
This sounds exactly like me lately! Trying to do too much, stressing about how it is all turning out, wanting everything to be just right, and knowing in my heart that it is OK to just play and have fun and have no expectations. But very difficult to practice!
This sounds exactly like me lately! Trying to do too much, stressing about how it is all turning out, wanting everything to be just right, and knowing in my heart that it is OK to just play and have fun and have no expectations. But very difficult to practice!
This sounds exactly like me lately! Trying to do too much, stressing about how it is all turning out, wanting everything to be just right, and knowing in my heart that it is OK to just play and have fun and have no expectations. But very difficult to practice!
Thinking about you Julie and sending loads of happy your way.
I personally consider your old posts to be hidden gems I may have forgot so please post them. Maybe it’ll add a teeny but of slack into your schedule.
My advice is to make sure you’re eating every few hours and that it’s good, nourishing food and sleep – at least a little – if you can.
Take care.
Thinking about you Julie and sending loads of happy your way.
I personally consider your old posts to be hidden gems I may have forgot so please post them. Maybe it’ll add a teeny but of slack into your schedule.
My advice is to make sure you’re eating every few hours and that it’s good, nourishing food and sleep – at least a little – if you can.
Take care.
Thinking about you Julie and sending loads of happy your way.
I personally consider your old posts to be hidden gems I may have forgot so please post them. Maybe it’ll add a teeny but of slack into your schedule.
My advice is to make sure you’re eating every few hours and that it’s good, nourishing food and sleep – at least a little – if you can.
Take care.
Thinking about you Julie and sending loads of happy your way.
I personally consider your old posts to be hidden gems I may have forgot so please post them. Maybe it’ll add a teeny but of slack into your schedule.
My advice is to make sure you’re eating every few hours and that it’s good, nourishing food and sleep – at least a little – if you can.
Take care.
Thinking about you Julie and sending loads of happy your way.
I personally consider your old posts to be hidden gems I may have forgot so please post them. Maybe it’ll add a teeny but of slack into your schedule.
My advice is to make sure you’re eating every few hours and that it’s good, nourishing food and sleep – at least a little – if you can.
Take care.
And comparison is useless! That’s where I am stuck…
And comparison is useless! That’s where I am stuck…
And comparison is useless! That’s where I am stuck…
And comparison is useless! That’s where I am stuck…
And comparison is useless! That’s where I am stuck…
Why not close down your blog for a week or two…everyone would understand. Take a blog vacation and use the time to work on your projects. …..especially that book project. ….Just post a sign saying Gone Fishing for 2 Weeks!
Why not close down your blog for a week or two…everyone would understand. Take a blog vacation and use the time to work on your projects. …..especially that book project. ….Just post a sign saying Gone Fishing for 2 Weeks!
Why not close down your blog for a week or two…everyone would understand. Take a blog vacation and use the time to work on your projects. …..especially that book project. ….Just post a sign saying Gone Fishing for 2 Weeks!
Why not close down your blog for a week or two…everyone would understand. Take a blog vacation and use the time to work on your projects. …..especially that book project. ….Just post a sign saying Gone Fishing for 2 Weeks!
Why not close down your blog for a week or two…everyone would understand. Take a blog vacation and use the time to work on your projects. …..especially that book project. ….Just post a sign saying Gone Fishing for 2 Weeks!
Quite an epiphany! Sending you hugs and strength and mojo to get you to the other side. Your mantra, “Let go,” will keep you enjoying the process and the journey. Making compromises when you can is a great strategy, and I look forward to your “oldies but goodies” posts!
Quite an epiphany! Sending you hugs and strength and mojo to get you to the other side. Your mantra, “Let go,” will keep you enjoying the process and the journey. Making compromises when you can is a great strategy, and I look forward to your “oldies but goodies” posts!
Quite an epiphany! Sending you hugs and strength and mojo to get you to the other side. Your mantra, “Let go,” will keep you enjoying the process and the journey. Making compromises when you can is a great strategy, and I look forward to your “oldies but goodies” posts!
Quite an epiphany! Sending you hugs and strength and mojo to get you to the other side. Your mantra, “Let go,” will keep you enjoying the process and the journey. Making compromises when you can is a great strategy, and I look forward to your “oldies but goodies” posts!
Quite an epiphany! Sending you hugs and strength and mojo to get you to the other side. Your mantra, “Let go,” will keep you enjoying the process and the journey. Making compromises when you can is a great strategy, and I look forward to your “oldies but goodies” posts!
I swear…. Yours is the best blog EVER. Thank you so much for the daily eye candy and for reminding me of what’s important just by sharing your thoughts.
I swear…. Yours is the best blog EVER. Thank you so much for the daily eye candy and for reminding me of what’s important just by sharing your thoughts.
I swear…. Yours is the best blog EVER. Thank you so much for the daily eye candy and for reminding me of what’s important just by sharing your thoughts.
I swear…. Yours is the best blog EVER. Thank you so much for the daily eye candy and for reminding me of what’s important just by sharing your thoughts.
I swear…. Yours is the best blog EVER. Thank you so much for the daily eye candy and for reminding me of what’s important just by sharing your thoughts.
Sweet Julie, I am a pretty new follower so let me say, first, that your “reruns” will all be new to me, so bring them on and take a couple of breaths! I have been on Design Teams and I also create custom wedding scrapbooks for a living, and the pressure to create on command is something that I know well! I have been working with a “bridezilla” recently, and I had convinced myself that she was going to be unhappy with my creativity! If you and I keep this up, we can share a room in the loony bin! Shall we both take your advice and just “let it go”? I am thinking yes! Thanks for this empowering post!
Sweet Julie, I am a pretty new follower so let me say, first, that your “reruns” will all be new to me, so bring them on and take a couple of breaths! I have been on Design Teams and I also create custom wedding scrapbooks for a living, and the pressure to create on command is something that I know well! I have been working with a “bridezilla” recently, and I had convinced myself that she was going to be unhappy with my creativity! If you and I keep this up, we can share a room in the loony bin! Shall we both take your advice and just “let it go”? I am thinking yes! Thanks for this empowering post!
Sweet Julie, I am a pretty new follower so let me say, first, that your “reruns” will all be new to me, so bring them on and take a couple of breaths! I have been on Design Teams and I also create custom wedding scrapbooks for a living, and the pressure to create on command is something that I know well! I have been working with a “bridezilla” recently, and I had convinced myself that she was going to be unhappy with my creativity! If you and I keep this up, we can share a room in the loony bin! Shall we both take your advice and just “let it go”? I am thinking yes! Thanks for this empowering post!
Sweet Julie, I am a pretty new follower so let me say, first, that your “reruns” will all be new to me, so bring them on and take a couple of breaths! I have been on Design Teams and I also create custom wedding scrapbooks for a living, and the pressure to create on command is something that I know well! I have been working with a “bridezilla” recently, and I had convinced myself that she was going to be unhappy with my creativity! If you and I keep this up, we can share a room in the loony bin! Shall we both take your advice and just “let it go”? I am thinking yes! Thanks for this empowering post!
Sweet Julie, I am a pretty new follower so let me say, first, that your “reruns” will all be new to me, so bring them on and take a couple of breaths! I have been on Design Teams and I also create custom wedding scrapbooks for a living, and the pressure to create on command is something that I know well! I have been working with a “bridezilla” recently, and I had convinced myself that she was going to be unhappy with my creativity! If you and I keep this up, we can share a room in the loony bin! Shall we both take your advice and just “let it go”? I am thinking yes! Thanks for this empowering post!
We are cheering you on! I love to read your blog, but I also love to read all the positive comments. Isn’t it great to see the encouragement and support from people in this world?!
Love it!! One step at a time, and take a break now and then–creativity and art are like quicksilver: concentrate too hard, and it wriggles away from your grasp…let it flow by just being ‘YOU’, and you’ll get there, Julie!!
We are cheering you on! I love to read your blog, but I also love to read all the positive comments. Isn’t it great to see the encouragement and support from people in this world?!
Love it!! One step at a time, and take a break now and then–creativity and art are like quicksilver: concentrate too hard, and it wriggles away from your grasp…let it flow by just being ‘YOU’, and you’ll get there, Julie!!
We are cheering you on! I love to read your blog, but I also love to read all the positive comments. Isn’t it great to see the encouragement and support from people in this world?!
Love it!! One step at a time, and take a break now and then–creativity and art are like quicksilver: concentrate too hard, and it wriggles away from your grasp…let it flow by just being ‘YOU’, and you’ll get there, Julie!!
We are cheering you on! I love to read your blog, but I also love to read all the positive comments. Isn’t it great to see the encouragement and support from people in this world?!
Love it!! One step at a time, and take a break now and then–creativity and art are like quicksilver: concentrate too hard, and it wriggles away from your grasp…let it flow by just being ‘YOU’, and you’ll get there, Julie!!
We are cheering you on! I love to read your blog, but I also love to read all the positive comments. Isn’t it great to see the encouragement and support from people in this world?!
Love it!! One step at a time, and take a break now and then–creativity and art are like quicksilver: concentrate too hard, and it wriggles away from your grasp…let it flow by just being ‘YOU’, and you’ll get there, Julie!!
I really admire your honesty and truth, Julie. Hmmmm…”Let Go” sounds like a perfect title for your next Art Journal page 🙂 Re-runs or otherwise, your blog is my morning cup of coffee every single day.
I really admire your honesty and truth, Julie. Hmmmm…”Let Go” sounds like a perfect title for your next Art Journal page 🙂 Re-runs or otherwise, your blog is my morning cup of coffee every single day.
I really admire your honesty and truth, Julie. Hmmmm…”Let Go” sounds like a perfect title for your next Art Journal page 🙂 Re-runs or otherwise, your blog is my morning cup of coffee every single day.
I really admire your honesty and truth, Julie. Hmmmm…”Let Go” sounds like a perfect title for your next Art Journal page 🙂 Re-runs or otherwise, your blog is my morning cup of coffee every single day.
I really admire your honesty and truth, Julie. Hmmmm…”Let Go” sounds like a perfect title for your next Art Journal page 🙂 Re-runs or otherwise, your blog is my morning cup of coffee every single day.
Hi Julie, glad you took time out to take in the fireworks (love the bokeh pix! I have a lot of “mistake” photos I never delete). I love that “Let go mantra”; Sometimes a piece I’m working on goes all wrong but one little change and it becomes my favorite. I often find I discover a lot of goodness when I remember to go with the flow. Hope you’re finding a good balance! And I’d be more than happy to read your old posts! Thank you for sharing your fantastic work!
Hi Julie, glad you took time out to take in the fireworks (love the bokeh pix! I have a lot of “mistake” photos I never delete). I love that “Let go mantra”; Sometimes a piece I’m working on goes all wrong but one little change and it becomes my favorite. I often find I discover a lot of goodness when I remember to go with the flow. Hope you’re finding a good balance! And I’d be more than happy to read your old posts! Thank you for sharing your fantastic work!
Hi Julie, glad you took time out to take in the fireworks (love the bokeh pix! I have a lot of “mistake” photos I never delete). I love that “Let go mantra”; Sometimes a piece I’m working on goes all wrong but one little change and it becomes my favorite. I often find I discover a lot of goodness when I remember to go with the flow. Hope you’re finding a good balance! And I’d be more than happy to read your old posts! Thank you for sharing your fantastic work!
Hi Julie, glad you took time out to take in the fireworks (love the bokeh pix! I have a lot of “mistake” photos I never delete). I love that “Let go mantra”; Sometimes a piece I’m working on goes all wrong but one little change and it becomes my favorite. I often find I discover a lot of goodness when I remember to go with the flow. Hope you’re finding a good balance! And I’d be more than happy to read your old posts! Thank you for sharing your fantastic work!
Hi Julie, glad you took time out to take in the fireworks (love the bokeh pix! I have a lot of “mistake” photos I never delete). I love that “Let go mantra”; Sometimes a piece I’m working on goes all wrong but one little change and it becomes my favorite. I often find I discover a lot of goodness when I remember to go with the flow. Hope you’re finding a good balance! And I’d be more than happy to read your old posts! Thank you for sharing your fantastic work!
I have to say how much I love getting your emails. You always seem to be so honest, even when things don’t work out the way you ‘expect’. You have given me the strength to let my mistakes happen and celebrate my successes (sometimes they are the same thing, it just takes looking at it from a differeant perspective 🙂 Thank you!
I have to say how much I love getting your emails. You always seem to be so honest, even when things don’t work out the way you ‘expect’. You have given me the strength to let my mistakes happen and celebrate my successes (sometimes they are the same thing, it just takes looking at it from a differeant perspective 🙂 Thank you!
I have to say how much I love getting your emails. You always seem to be so honest, even when things don’t work out the way you ‘expect’. You have given me the strength to let my mistakes happen and celebrate my successes (sometimes they are the same thing, it just takes looking at it from a differeant perspective 🙂 Thank you!
I have to say how much I love getting your emails. You always seem to be so honest, even when things don’t work out the way you ‘expect’. You have given me the strength to let my mistakes happen and celebrate my successes (sometimes they are the same thing, it just takes looking at it from a differeant perspective 🙂 Thank you!
I have to say how much I love getting your emails. You always seem to be so honest, even when things don’t work out the way you ‘expect’. You have given me the strength to let my mistakes happen and celebrate my successes (sometimes they are the same thing, it just takes looking at it from a differeant perspective 🙂 Thank you!
julie, we know you’re only one person. be kind to yourself. whatever you do, it’s probably better than you think. aren’t you your own worst critic?
julie, we know you’re only one person. be kind to yourself. whatever you do, it’s probably better than you think. aren’t you your own worst critic?
julie, we know you’re only one person. be kind to yourself. whatever you do, it’s probably better than you think. aren’t you your own worst critic?
julie, we know you’re only one person. be kind to yourself. whatever you do, it’s probably better than you think. aren’t you your own worst critic?
julie, we know you’re only one person. be kind to yourself. whatever you do, it’s probably better than you think. aren’t you your own worst critic?
Hang in there girl! Your honesty is so meaningful to me and you know, putting it out there really does help YOU to move thru it and let go, and at the same time you’re helping many of us. So, thank you ever so much!
Hang in there girl! Your honesty is so meaningful to me and you know, putting it out there really does help YOU to move thru it and let go, and at the same time you’re helping many of us. So, thank you ever so much!
Hang in there girl! Your honesty is so meaningful to me and you know, putting it out there really does help YOU to move thru it and let go, and at the same time you’re helping many of us. So, thank you ever so much!
Hang in there girl! Your honesty is so meaningful to me and you know, putting it out there really does help YOU to move thru it and let go, and at the same time you’re helping many of us. So, thank you ever so much!
Hang in there girl! Your honesty is so meaningful to me and you know, putting it out there really does help YOU to move thru it and let go, and at the same time you’re helping many of us. So, thank you ever so much!
The photo with the bokeh effects is truly beautiful. Letting go of expectations allows something extraordinary to appear. Usually something we never could have imagined in our wildest dreams. Let go, let God.
The photo with the bokeh effects is truly beautiful. Letting go of expectations allows something extraordinary to appear. Usually something we never could have imagined in our wildest dreams. Let go, let God.
The photo with the bokeh effects is truly beautiful. Letting go of expectations allows something extraordinary to appear. Usually something we never could have imagined in our wildest dreams. Let go, let God.
The photo with the bokeh effects is truly beautiful. Letting go of expectations allows something extraordinary to appear. Usually something we never could have imagined in our wildest dreams. Let go, let God.
The photo with the bokeh effects is truly beautiful. Letting go of expectations allows something extraordinary to appear. Usually something we never could have imagined in our wildest dreams. Let go, let God.
Hi Julie…I could come to NY and help….I could even wash the dishes….writing…mmm not up my alley…but all the rest, well, will give it shot..anyway,as you say “Let go!” Have fun and all will be just fine,I am certain! Thanks for sharing all your expertise with us…i read each and every blog post…so keep going gal we are all rooting for you! ps Enjoy CHA it must be AMAZING!xxfrom Athens
Hi Julie…I could come to NY and help….I could even wash the dishes….writing…mmm not up my alley…but all the rest, well, will give it shot..anyway,as you say “Let go!” Have fun and all will be just fine,I am certain! Thanks for sharing all your expertise with us…i read each and every blog post…so keep going gal we are all rooting for you! ps Enjoy CHA it must be AMAZING!xxfrom Athens
Hi Julie…I could come to NY and help….I could even wash the dishes….writing…mmm not up my alley…but all the rest, well, will give it shot..anyway,as you say “Let go!” Have fun and all will be just fine,I am certain! Thanks for sharing all your expertise with us…i read each and every blog post…so keep going gal we are all rooting for you! ps Enjoy CHA it must be AMAZING!xxfrom Athens
Hi Julie…I could come to NY and help….I could even wash the dishes….writing…mmm not up my alley…but all the rest, well, will give it shot..anyway,as you say “Let go!” Have fun and all will be just fine,I am certain! Thanks for sharing all your expertise with us…i read each and every blog post…so keep going gal we are all rooting for you! ps Enjoy CHA it must be AMAZING!xxfrom Athens
Hi Julie…I could come to NY and help….I could even wash the dishes….writing…mmm not up my alley…but all the rest, well, will give it shot..anyway,as you say “Let go!” Have fun and all will be just fine,I am certain! Thanks for sharing all your expertise with us…i read each and every blog post…so keep going gal we are all rooting for you! ps Enjoy CHA it must be AMAZING!xxfrom Athens
Take a deep breath. It’s all good! We will be here when your life calms down.
Take a deep breath. It’s all good! We will be here when your life calms down.
Take a deep breath. It’s all good! We will be here when your life calms down.
Take a deep breath. It’s all good! We will be here when your life calms down.
Take a deep breath. It’s all good! We will be here when your life calms down.
You should consider taking a blogcation for a week or two. We’ll be here when you’re ready to return. You are always thinking about your readers now you need to think of yourself for a bit. Everything will workout because you are so very creative and talented. Take care.
You should consider taking a blogcation for a week or two. We’ll be here when you’re ready to return. You are always thinking about your readers now you need to think of yourself for a bit. Everything will workout because you are so very creative and talented. Take care.
You should consider taking a blogcation for a week or two. We’ll be here when you’re ready to return. You are always thinking about your readers now you need to think of yourself for a bit. Everything will workout because you are so very creative and talented. Take care.
You should consider taking a blogcation for a week or two. We’ll be here when you’re ready to return. You are always thinking about your readers now you need to think of yourself for a bit. Everything will workout because you are so very creative and talented. Take care.
You should consider taking a blogcation for a week or two. We’ll be here when you’re ready to return. You are always thinking about your readers now you need to think of yourself for a bit. Everything will workout because you are so very creative and talented. Take care.
First off, sending you hugs and wishes for more happy faces!!
I’m sure you are overwhelmed with all these deadlines coming up. Don’t worry about the blog, you are so awesome to blog daily, you need a BREAK for sure. I think you should take blog breaks more often, not sure how you keep up so well on it and still have time for all that art/fun time.
Go do what needs to be done and try to enjoy the process of it all. I know you can do it and everything will be better soon.
Thanks for all you do for us and inspire us with, we are so lucky to know you!!
Take care of yourself, lots of sleep, walks and good food will help. GOOD LUCK ON IT ALL!!
First off, sending you hugs and wishes for more happy faces!!
I’m sure you are overwhelmed with all these deadlines coming up. Don’t worry about the blog, you are so awesome to blog daily, you need a BREAK for sure. I think you should take blog breaks more often, not sure how you keep up so well on it and still have time for all that art/fun time.
Go do what needs to be done and try to enjoy the process of it all. I know you can do it and everything will be better soon.
Thanks for all you do for us and inspire us with, we are so lucky to know you!!
Take care of yourself, lots of sleep, walks and good food will help. GOOD LUCK ON IT ALL!!
First off, sending you hugs and wishes for more happy faces!!
I’m sure you are overwhelmed with all these deadlines coming up. Don’t worry about the blog, you are so awesome to blog daily, you need a BREAK for sure. I think you should take blog breaks more often, not sure how you keep up so well on it and still have time for all that art/fun time.
Go do what needs to be done and try to enjoy the process of it all. I know you can do it and everything will be better soon.
Thanks for all you do for us and inspire us with, we are so lucky to know you!!
Take care of yourself, lots of sleep, walks and good food will help. GOOD LUCK ON IT ALL!!
First off, sending you hugs and wishes for more happy faces!!
I’m sure you are overwhelmed with all these deadlines coming up. Don’t worry about the blog, you are so awesome to blog daily, you need a BREAK for sure. I think you should take blog breaks more often, not sure how you keep up so well on it and still have time for all that art/fun time.
Go do what needs to be done and try to enjoy the process of it all. I know you can do it and everything will be better soon.
Thanks for all you do for us and inspire us with, we are so lucky to know you!!
Take care of yourself, lots of sleep, walks and good food will help. GOOD LUCK ON IT ALL!!
First off, sending you hugs and wishes for more happy faces!!
I’m sure you are overwhelmed with all these deadlines coming up. Don’t worry about the blog, you are so awesome to blog daily, you need a BREAK for sure. I think you should take blog breaks more often, not sure how you keep up so well on it and still have time for all that art/fun time.
Go do what needs to be done and try to enjoy the process of it all. I know you can do it and everything will be better soon.
Thanks for all you do for us and inspire us with, we are so lucky to know you!!
Take care of yourself, lots of sleep, walks and good food will help. GOOD LUCK ON IT ALL!!
Take care of yourself first. All of the folks that follow you will surely understand if the blog takes a break. We will be here when you have time for it. Know that we appreciate all you do to inspire us, but we certainly want what’s best for you. Sending prayers your way for peace of mind and body.
Take care of yourself first. All of the folks that follow you will surely understand if the blog takes a break. We will be here when you have time for it. Know that we appreciate all you do to inspire us, but we certainly want what’s best for you. Sending prayers your way for peace of mind and body.
Take care of yourself first. All of the folks that follow you will surely understand if the blog takes a break. We will be here when you have time for it. Know that we appreciate all you do to inspire us, but we certainly want what’s best for you. Sending prayers your way for peace of mind and body.
Take care of yourself first. All of the folks that follow you will surely understand if the blog takes a break. We will be here when you have time for it. Know that we appreciate all you do to inspire us, but we certainly want what’s best for you. Sending prayers your way for peace of mind and body.
Take care of yourself first. All of the folks that follow you will surely understand if the blog takes a break. We will be here when you have time for it. Know that we appreciate all you do to inspire us, but we certainly want what’s best for you. Sending prayers your way for peace of mind and body.
You have a ton of comments already, but I just had to say that I love the phrase, “when I point my camera at some fireworks and hope for the best.” Now that is a memorable metaphor for life, Julie!!
You have a ton of comments already, but I just had to say that I love the phrase, “when I point my camera at some fireworks and hope for the best.” Now that is a memorable metaphor for life, Julie!!
You have a ton of comments already, but I just had to say that I love the phrase, “when I point my camera at some fireworks and hope for the best.” Now that is a memorable metaphor for life, Julie!!
You have a ton of comments already, but I just had to say that I love the phrase, “when I point my camera at some fireworks and hope for the best.” Now that is a memorable metaphor for life, Julie!!
You have a ton of comments already, but I just had to say that I love the phrase, “when I point my camera at some fireworks and hope for the best.” Now that is a memorable metaphor for life, Julie!!
Love the mantra. I am hoping it sticks until the craziness passes.
Love the mantra. I am hoping it sticks until the craziness passes.
Love the mantra. I am hoping it sticks until the craziness passes.
Love the mantra. I am hoping it sticks until the craziness passes.
Love the mantra. I am hoping it sticks until the craziness passes.
I so totally get it and in the end it always works out. I love your work and am always taking a peak at what you’ve been doing. Let go fearlessly and play! ;D
I so totally get it and in the end it always works out. I love your work and am always taking a peak at what you’ve been doing. Let go fearlessly and play! ;D
I so totally get it and in the end it always works out. I love your work and am always taking a peak at what you’ve been doing. Let go fearlessly and play! ;D
I so totally get it and in the end it always works out. I love your work and am always taking a peak at what you’ve been doing. Let go fearlessly and play! ;D
I so totally get it and in the end it always works out. I love your work and am always taking a peak at what you’ve been doing. Let go fearlessly and play! ;D
I can understand how you feel… deadlines and things to do are overwhelming and they can take away the enthusiasm and you feel drained! I suggest you to rest and sleep and take some days off 🙂 I’m glad to see old posts because maybe I missed some articles in the past and now I have the opportunity to read them.
I can understand how you feel… deadlines and things to do are overwhelming and they can take away the enthusiasm and you feel drained! I suggest you to rest and sleep and take some days off 🙂 I’m glad to see old posts because maybe I missed some articles in the past and now I have the opportunity to read them.
I can understand how you feel… deadlines and things to do are overwhelming and they can take away the enthusiasm and you feel drained! I suggest you to rest and sleep and take some days off 🙂 I’m glad to see old posts because maybe I missed some articles in the past and now I have the opportunity to read them.
I can understand how you feel… deadlines and things to do are overwhelming and they can take away the enthusiasm and you feel drained! I suggest you to rest and sleep and take some days off 🙂 I’m glad to see old posts because maybe I missed some articles in the past and now I have the opportunity to read them.
I can understand how you feel… deadlines and things to do are overwhelming and they can take away the enthusiasm and you feel drained! I suggest you to rest and sleep and take some days off 🙂 I’m glad to see old posts because maybe I missed some articles in the past and now I have the opportunity to read them.
… and I really want to try to “let go”, too. If I don’t like what I do, I set it aside for a while or I replace it with something different… Or I cover it with gesso and start again!
… and I really want to try to “let go”, too. If I don’t like what I do, I set it aside for a while or I replace it with something different… Or I cover it with gesso and start again!
… and I really want to try to “let go”, too. If I don’t like what I do, I set it aside for a while or I replace it with something different… Or I cover it with gesso and start again!
… and I really want to try to “let go”, too. If I don’t like what I do, I set it aside for a while or I replace it with something different… Or I cover it with gesso and start again!
… and I really want to try to “let go”, too. If I don’t like what I do, I set it aside for a while or I replace it with something different… Or I cover it with gesso and start again!
Take care of yourself first, Julie! I love your posts – they are such a nice, bright spot of color in my in-box! Reruns are just fine. You’ve got so much on your plate now so don’t worry about us. Love the fireworks photos. Have never been to NYC so it was a nice glimpse of it for me. Letting go is hard but it’s something we all need to do, I think. I know it is a VERY hard thing to do. So try to do it and be extra kind to yourself, okay?
Take care of yourself first, Julie! I love your posts – they are such a nice, bright spot of color in my in-box! Reruns are just fine. You’ve got so much on your plate now so don’t worry about us. Love the fireworks photos. Have never been to NYC so it was a nice glimpse of it for me. Letting go is hard but it’s something we all need to do, I think. I know it is a VERY hard thing to do. So try to do it and be extra kind to yourself, okay?
Take care of yourself first, Julie! I love your posts – they are such a nice, bright spot of color in my in-box! Reruns are just fine. You’ve got so much on your plate now so don’t worry about us. Love the fireworks photos. Have never been to NYC so it was a nice glimpse of it for me. Letting go is hard but it’s something we all need to do, I think. I know it is a VERY hard thing to do. So try to do it and be extra kind to yourself, okay?
Take care of yourself first, Julie! I love your posts – they are such a nice, bright spot of color in my in-box! Reruns are just fine. You’ve got so much on your plate now so don’t worry about us. Love the fireworks photos. Have never been to NYC so it was a nice glimpse of it for me. Letting go is hard but it’s something we all need to do, I think. I know it is a VERY hard thing to do. So try to do it and be extra kind to yourself, okay?
Take care of yourself first, Julie! I love your posts – they are such a nice, bright spot of color in my in-box! Reruns are just fine. You’ve got so much on your plate now so don’t worry about us. Love the fireworks photos. Have never been to NYC so it was a nice glimpse of it for me. Letting go is hard but it’s something we all need to do, I think. I know it is a VERY hard thing to do. So try to do it and be extra kind to yourself, okay?
I am not surprised you feel this way. You are one astonishing force of craft.
Thank you for sharing your low moment with us. It is actually very encouraging to know that I am not the only one who feels overwhelmed with projects, ideas, and dirty dishes.
Hang in there. You don’t have to be so damn amazing all the time!
I am not surprised you feel this way. You are one astonishing force of craft.
Thank you for sharing your low moment with us. It is actually very encouraging to know that I am not the only one who feels overwhelmed with projects, ideas, and dirty dishes.
Hang in there. You don’t have to be so damn amazing all the time!
I am not surprised you feel this way. You are one astonishing force of craft.
Thank you for sharing your low moment with us. It is actually very encouraging to know that I am not the only one who feels overwhelmed with projects, ideas, and dirty dishes.
Hang in there. You don’t have to be so damn amazing all the time!
I am not surprised you feel this way. You are one astonishing force of craft.
Thank you for sharing your low moment with us. It is actually very encouraging to know that I am not the only one who feels overwhelmed with projects, ideas, and dirty dishes.
Hang in there. You don’t have to be so damn amazing all the time!
I am not surprised you feel this way. You are one astonishing force of craft.
Thank you for sharing your low moment with us. It is actually very encouraging to know that I am not the only one who feels overwhelmed with projects, ideas, and dirty dishes.
Hang in there. You don’t have to be so damn amazing all the time!
Lessons we all need drummed into us. As I look around at the carnage and wish I could still ignore the dishes, alas I think it is time to put the paint brush down and bring some order back…just a little.
I always find these phases where I hate what I do very cyclical. But while I am in that phase I do wonder if I am all used up already.
How exciting and frustrating and stressful. All at the same time. Thank you for sharing and go you!
Lessons we all need drummed into us. As I look around at the carnage and wish I could still ignore the dishes, alas I think it is time to put the paint brush down and bring some order back…just a little.
I always find these phases where I hate what I do very cyclical. But while I am in that phase I do wonder if I am all used up already.
How exciting and frustrating and stressful. All at the same time. Thank you for sharing and go you!
Lessons we all need drummed into us. As I look around at the carnage and wish I could still ignore the dishes, alas I think it is time to put the paint brush down and bring some order back…just a little.
I always find these phases where I hate what I do very cyclical. But while I am in that phase I do wonder if I am all used up already.
How exciting and frustrating and stressful. All at the same time. Thank you for sharing and go you!
Lessons we all need drummed into us. As I look around at the carnage and wish I could still ignore the dishes, alas I think it is time to put the paint brush down and bring some order back…just a little.
I always find these phases where I hate what I do very cyclical. But while I am in that phase I do wonder if I am all used up already.
How exciting and frustrating and stressful. All at the same time. Thank you for sharing and go you!
Lessons we all need drummed into us. As I look around at the carnage and wish I could still ignore the dishes, alas I think it is time to put the paint brush down and bring some order back…just a little.
I always find these phases where I hate what I do very cyclical. But while I am in that phase I do wonder if I am all used up already.
How exciting and frustrating and stressful. All at the same time. Thank you for sharing and go you!