The Moon Is A Friend

Wolf Moon over Downtown Birmingham, AL

 "The moon is a friend for the lonesome to talk to."

Carl Sandburg

♡ I'm listening to good music, watching the nearly full moon over downtown Birmingham, and dreaming of the day's possibilities. 

Sometimes the moon reminds me of the sun. And yet. It is still dark out, so the moon can shine on! 

One more before I leave to get ready for work... Just can't resist this Wolf Moon!

"The full moon – the mandala of the sky."

Tom Robbins

Fresh With Wonder

Birmingham, Alabama

 

“Look at everything as though you are seeing it for the first time, with eyes of a child, fresh with wonder.” 
Joseph Cornell 

♡ That would be me one with the moon...

Working and Watching the Mesmerizing Moon set. Can this moment be more beautiful? ♡ Better and better until my heart is so full of moonlight and music!

Can we approach everything with childlike wonder and curiosity, as if experiencing it for the first time? Joseph Cornell's quote inspires us to see the world through fresh, awe-filled eyes.

Children embody innocence, playfulness, and boundless imagination. As we grow, we can become desensitized to the wonders around us, missing out on the magic of everyday life. But by rediscovering that enchantment, we unlock a world of endless possibilities.

So, when you step outside or explore new horizons, open your eyes with a renewed perspective. Notice the intricate details. Prepare to be amazed by the abundant wonders that surround you.

JJoseph Cornell, the renowned American artist known for his captivating shadow boxes, believed in sharing the beauty he encountered. Through his artistry, he crafted miniature worlds that captured the essence of mystery and wonder. As he wisely said, "Beauty should be shared for it enhances our joys. To explore its mystery is to venture towards the sublime."

Embrace the mysteries, cherish the beauty, and embark on your own journey of endless discoveries!

With childlike wonder,

@mscator ☀️

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Moon Is a Polka Dot

 

"After all, well, moon is a polka dot, sun is a polka dot,

and then, the earth where we live is also a polka dot."

Yayoi Kusama

I am up early. Screen door open, watching the moon set over Birmingham, Alabama. I hear the songbirds in the nearby oak branches, a train whistle eight miles away, and the hum of tires speeding on Highway 59/20.

The moon, like me, reflects the light of the sun and puts on a color show -- turning orange then red as it lowers. This moon dances, enchants, then is swallowed by clouds before kissing the horizon.

My meditation practice includes prayer and this watercolor, the art awash in mindfulness and peace.

Shine bright.

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