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Wednesday's Walk - First Steps

7/17/2013

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"Take the first step in faith.  You don't have to see the whole staircase.  Just take the first step."
                                                                                                                                  Martin Luther King Jr.

Each week I share a Kaizen-Muse coaching tip.  Over and over again I write about the importance of taking small steps but when I read this quote I realized that they are all important but it is often that very first small step that makes the biggest difference. It is the step that begins it all.  It is the first word of a story that turns into a book.  It is the first painting that is the beginning of a series of paintings.  It is the first cookie baked, the first song sung, the first time you put on your ballet slippers, or pick up a guitar that begins a journey that sometimes you cannot even imagine. 

Today I am celebrating a friend who's book is being published soon.  She started this book many years ago and wrote and rewrote her wonderful story.  I was lucky enough to share part of the journey with her.  I am sure the first step was hard and I know that all of the many many times she took two steps forward only to take one step back were not always easy.  But I also know that she enjoyed the process and is incredibly excited about each first step she is taking now.  She is kind enough to share what is happening and the excitement in her voice and emails are so much fun to hear. 

Is there something that you have been thinking about doing?  Do you know what the first step might be?  What would happen if you took it?  Can you close your eyes and visualize how it would feel to take that step?  I'd love to hear about what first step you are dreaming of.

On another note this the last week of the Summer of Color challenge.  The colors this week are sepia and sage.  I started my landscape with these two colors and I found them to be very soothing.  I am sure they will find their way on to my canvas again.  I want to thank Kristin for hosting this challenge.  It was fun, it took me out of my comfort zone, and it was another first step.  I look forward to being part of this wonderful group again next summer.  Thank you again, Kristin.

                   When you share your dreams and talent with the world, magic happens.  Let the magic begin. 

Circle of Dreams
will begin in September.  It is eight weeks of sharing your dreams, your ideas, and yourself with other women. I would love to have you join us.
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gina link
7/17/2013 02:10:16 am

Yes, I think the first step is the hardest. Once you've taken it and made the commitment to start something, it gets easier. Another lovely landscape, Ginny! I really like this color combo. Have a great day!

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Jess link
7/17/2013 02:39:55 am

The first step is so exciting with all the possibilities up ahead. :) I love the softness of your landscape, it reminds me of a place in Devon called Slapton. xx

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Kathy link
7/17/2013 07:34:12 am

beautiful, serene sepia and sage landscape...

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Sara link
7/18/2013 01:58:44 am

Ginny,

My first step today is to let you know I definitely want place reserved for me at the Circle of Dreams table. I'm really looking forward to it:~)

Secondly, I love the picture. While the background is mountains, which usually makes thing more sharp edges; this picture is gently soft.

Have a great day, Ginny:~)

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Maria Medeiros link
7/18/2013 02:03:17 am

Wow! Such a beautiful blog post and inspirational painting!!! How incredible! Congratulations to your friend with her book and she is very lucky to have you by her side. :D its sad to say but i haven't thought about dreams because i have not found balance with being a mommy and having time for my self. well I do have a little time but dreams..? I need to dig deep and think and explore that one....do dreams change? are dreams attainable? so many questions arise...love your blog post! :D

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Kristin Van Valkenburgh
7/18/2013 06:16:20 am

xo ;)

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Christine link
7/18/2013 01:12:19 pm

beautiful piece!

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Natasha link
7/20/2013 08:44:30 pm

Love this. Gorgeous use of the colours. Very serene use of the colours. :)

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aga link
7/24/2013 04:21:50 am

Lovely landscape and beautiful, beautiful words Ginny. It is always so good to catch up with your blog. Thank you so much!!!! much love to you!

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