On a recent day off, embracing the freedom of being un-plugged and fully enjoying some new scenery, I kept seeing things that seemed to say … okay, get working on that next book!
It’s official now ~ we’ve come full circle from September 1 2009 to September 1 2010. And while all 52 Weeks have been posted, something didn’t quite work out with the math (which could explain why I’m in the arts and not a mathematician?). So here’s the bonus week as promised (and created with joy by my lovely daughter I have to say!). Besides, it’s only fitting to end, as begun, on my birthday.
And here are my wishes this year ~ That thought by thought, action by action, this nutty, misguided, confusing, troubled, hopeful, amazing, strange and beautiful world may become a better place for our dreams to thrive. That we all choose to participate in the unfolding of what brings us our own individual peace. That we take a bite of something good and make a delicious offering of that something to ourselves, our friends, families, neighbors, co-workers…. That we uplift and respect and care and appreciate. That we smile on one another more. Imagine the peace that would bring! … and if it only brings peace to a few, know that within those few, the circle has already widened.
Sweet peace to all ~
As the “52 Weeks of Peace” series comes to its inevitable end, it’s my hope that the spirit of mindful peace will carry on long after the last posting. I hope you’ll find peace in unexpected places ~ and nurture its presence. I hope you’ll seek it, recognize it, allow it, and share it. There’s great power there… beginning with you, me, our families and friends. It doesn’t have to be a movement you join; more importantly, it’s a movement you feel within.
Here’s to planting, growing and tending gardens of peace ~ within ourselves as well as “out there”.
Thanks for sharing this journey together. Cheers all!
PS: Because the series started on September 1st, there will be a “bonus” posting next week.
PSS: Remember, all 52 Weeks are posted here!
“Peace Chain”
I can hardly believe we’re already at week 50, with only two to go after this! I hope you’ve been enjoying the series ~ and who knows, maybe it’ll set off some kind of peace chain reaction …
It’s true: we do judge books by their covers.
This is one of my new favorites. For more scrumptious designs, check out the Book Cover Archive site. It’s filled with yummy, inspiring finds that will thrill designers and possibly even inspire more people to pick up a book and read. : )
