“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.” – Desmond Tutu
During these strange and bewildering times, we can feel a little lost in the dark. And yet there is so much light, so much love, so much beauty. Mother Nature is constantly reminding me of this - the wild ocean has been an inspiration for my latest oil paintings; the dark foreboding skies reflect their menasing rage on the vast ocean waters, a vibrant turquoise light cuts the darkness with it's illuminating light - no storm today.
The winds die down and the gunmetal grey in the sky turns to petrol blue with shades of emerald green - the darkness passes revealing the most exquisite array of blues like a male peacock's attire. And like a moth to the light, my heart flutters and I too am drawn to even the tiniest slither of light, pulling me in and lifting me up - I am filled with courage, faith and hope. The light is food for my soul, recharging the light within.
Taking one day at a time, I allow the day to unfold and embrace it with an open heart. Making time for nature, just being in nature and meditating; making time to play and paint and journal, explore, examine, wonder. Journaling and painting are beautiful and nourishing ways to reflect, record and express creatively what we have noticed, experienced, wondered. They play a vital role in helping bring harmony and balance into my life.
May the light shine bright for you today and every day, May you find peace and harmony and may your light within shine bright. Sending love and light on this sacred new day, Marghanita x
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