The Tree

The Tear...

Tears are words the heart can't express

“A teardrop on earth summons the King of heaven”
 Charles R. Swindoll quotes

I met in the street a very poor young man who was in love. His hat was old, his coat worn, his cloak was out at the elbows, the water passed through his shoes, - and the stars through his soul.
Victor Hugo

SoulBrush awards

I have just been given many awards from my fellow artist and friend Soulbrush...
This one says it all! What an honour! You are too kind 

Thank you so very much.

Ants & Bees,

Parts Of The One
Ants And Bees, A Metaphor
When we see ants and bees out in the world, we often see just one, but this belies the reality of their situation. More than any other species, ants and bees function as parts of a whole. They cannot and do not survive as individuals; they survive as members of a group, and the group’s survival is the implicit goal of each individual’s life. There is no concept of life outside the group, so even to use the word individual is somewhat misleading. Often, humans, on the other hand, strongly value individuality and often negatively associate ants and bees with a lack of independence. And yet, if we look closer at these amazing creatures, we can learn valuable lessons about how much we can achieve when we band together with others to work for a higher purpose.

Most ants and bees have highly specified roles within their communities, some of which are biologically dictated, and they work within the confines of their roles without complaint, never wishing to be something other than what they are. In this way, they symbolize self-knowledge and humility. They also display selfless service as they work for the common good. In many ways, they are like the individual cells of one body, living and dying as necessary to preserve the integrity of the whole body, not to protect themselves as individuals. In this way, ants personify the ability to see beyond one’s small self to one’s place within the greater whole, and the ability to serve this whole selflessly.

Ants and bees can inspire us to fully own what we have to offer and to put it to use in the pursuit of a goal that will benefit all of humanity, whether it be raising consciousness about the environment, feeding the hungry, or raising a happy child. Each one of us has certain talents we were born with, as well as skills we have acquired. When we apply these gifts, knowing that we are one part of a greater organism working to better the whole world, we honor and implement the wisdom of ants and bees.

...the secret leaves

SPINES ARE EVOLVED LEAVES TO PROTECT THE PLANT AND REDUCE WATER LOSS, THEY ARE NOT THORNS.

MEN ARE LIKE TREES: EACH ONE MUST PUT FORTH THE LEAF THAT IS CREATED IN HIM. Henry Ward Becher

 

Arbor Day

In The United States, National Arbor Day is the last Friday in April, and each state celebrates its own Arbor Day according to the best planting time.

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Tools of Manifestation:

Tools of Manifestation: Desire, Imagination, Expectation\

It's the synergy of those three things that I believe will bring you what you want...
YES!! I'll tell you about the 'raw materials' later.

What Does Your Birthday Predict About You?

My Birthdate Predicts I am "Fearless"

Ever since you were born, you've always been able to assert yourself. You are confident in carving your own path. Soon enough, other people will be persuaded and follow along. You are driven and competitive to the point of being impulsive. You'll do just about anything to win. It drives you crazy when you have to stay still in life. You are too dynamic to stay stagnant.

IF • Celebrate!

...with colors!

A rising stigma surrounded by
the FILAMENTS and the ANTHERS
are hosting a this celebration!

These delicate and loving hosts
lightly powder all guests with
"kisses of golden pollen".
Lisa Rivas

 

"Celebrate" ... the series LAS BOTÁNICAS & you can purchase this HERE
• digital mixed with original printed on ricepaper and mounted on canvas • 10" x 10"

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How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes!
Maya Angelou

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We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.
Winston Churchill

This is Flying Colors' Blogversary give-a-way • #3!

A one of a kind wooden box covered with ultra-thin ricepaper with a custom design.

To win, leave me a comment at this post.

This gift/prize is a courtesy, a special THANK YOU! for visiting and it is totally free.

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