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10/7/2012

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                           "It's not what you look at that matters, its what you see."  Henry David Thoreau
I have been talking a lot lately about finding joy in what I do or what I see.  When I looked up at the sky on Friday night, it did matter what I was looking at as well as what I saw.  I was looking at an incredible sunset over the ocean.  My intention for the past several weeks has been to become more aware of the joyful moments in my life. This was one of them.  When I think of the term "creative joy" this is a moment I will always think of.  Standing on the balcony, looking at the beautiful colors in the sky was a moment of pure creative joy.  I did not have to do anything but be aware of the moment and enjoy what nature had created for anyone who was lucky enough to be there and took the time to look up.  When I paint this week, I will use this beautiful sunset as an inspiration.  I'll remember just what creative joy means to me.  It doesn't mean loud parties or lavish trips.  It means a quiet moment on a balcony, looking up at the sky, and being totally immersed in its beauty.  That is what a true moment of joy means to me.  What does joy mean to you?
11 Comments
Jeff
10/7/2012 09:19:38 am

Nice Picture. Looks like a great trip!

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gina link
10/7/2012 10:29:07 am

Hi Ginny! So nice to be able to visit -- I've been so busy with sorting, packing and cleaning. What a fantastic capture -- just beautiful! It should be fun to paint this sunset. And you included one of my favorite quotes. Have a wonderful week!

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Kat link
10/7/2012 10:00:03 pm

I love this beautiful shot, oh the evening sky can be such an amazing show, this is so gorgeous, those warm pink hues, pure moments of joy!

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Vicki link
10/7/2012 10:24:38 pm

Ginny,

This is a spectacular sunset. So glad you took a photo as you will be able to look back on it for many years.

xoxo

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Carol and artmusedog link
10/7/2012 11:01:34 pm

Wow! Gorgeous photography ~ (A Creative Harbor)

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Indigo Janson link
10/7/2012 11:59:09 pm

What a spectacular sky. Sometimes we just have to stop and truly notice what is there before us, letting go of all else, to experience that kind of joy. The wonderful thing is that nature has so many of these moments for us. Thanks for sharing this and reminding me too to notice them.

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Paula - Buenos Aires link
10/8/2012 03:02:57 am

Where was this picture taken? Fabulous scenery! And beautiful sunset, so calm and yet so glorious.
Going to an animé expo with the kids today. It covers both my mom´s part & and my artist´s part joy. :D

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Dave Rowley link
10/8/2012 03:19:17 am

What an amazing sky! I loved reading your post, too. Especially liked your intention to become more aware of the joyful moments in your life, it's amazing how much we can miss if we're not paying attention.

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Sara link
10/8/2012 03:46:57 am

Nature loves to reward those who take the time to look at her. This is a stunning picture. I can't wait to see you paint with it in mind.

I hear about you every once awhile from our joint friend, Jean. I hope all is still going well for you:~)

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Beth link
10/9/2012 11:54:45 pm

Beautiful picture, lovely sentiments (as always!). Thank you so much for sharing!

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Carolyn Dube link
10/10/2012 09:12:38 am

Your quote spoke to me in such a powerful way! I recently saw something very differently than I had before- it hadn't changed but the way that I was looking at it had- for the better. Have a wonderful time painting from such an amazing photo!

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