It seems more often than not something comes up to interrupt what I am doing. I read about an artist who bought a steel cabinet to store his flammable paints. The idea sounded sensible to me, but when I priced them, I decided I would have to find a used one. I started visualizing finding one. Shortly after that, a new thrift shop opened less than two miles from me. Low and behold, they had one and it was on sale for 50% off! I quickly said, “thank you” and plunked down the $15.00! The portfolio I was making for my unframed art became derailed as my son and I rearranged shelves to accommodate the cabinet. I am still sorting, throwing and giving away a lot of stuff as my project waits to be finished and my internet/computer time clipped.
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"It seems more often than not something comes up to interrupt what I am doing." I know this well. I call it "there is always something", especially when I have plans. It's how to accept it with grace. I am not always successful at that part of the equation.
ReplyDeleteSeems like you are much in tune with the universe, you got what you wanted so unexpectedly! May be this break was needed to make a thorough job on the portfolio:-)
ReplyDeleteZenDotStudio,Thanks for your comments. I too have to work on the acceptance part. Breathe and ask what 10 things can I learn from this?
ReplyDeleteYes, Padmaja, I have felt in harmony with the Universe lately. Lots of things big and small have manifested. You comment triggered my imagination and I have a new idea for my portfolio cover. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteNice cabinet and great price!So true there is always something and a deep soothing breath is sometimes the best we can do...back to the sorting!
ReplyDeleteHi Mary Ann, Yes, I was thrilled to find this wonderful bargain.Thanks for stopping by.
ReplyDeleteWow a good buy. It's amazing how the visualisation thing seems to work. Now... where is that diamond... :)
ReplyDeleteLOL Mark, what would you do with a diamond? I guess the obvious, cash it in, but then anything can be a diamond, like an old steel cabinet! :O)
ReplyDeleteThanks for commenting
You got a STEAL! I slay myself....
ReplyDeleteI like how you visualize what your goal is. The power of positive thinking for sure.
You have a marvelous energy, it comes across very easily.
I think these "derailments" are actually necessary. It's probably the cosmos giving us time to figure out what direction is next.
LOL,Pamo!Love your pun. I did get a steal as the new ones I found here cost $200. and up! Sometimes my visualization works, usually when I let go. I think my derailment will pay off too. Thanks for your comments.
ReplyDeleteI love thrift shops and derailments. What a great buy. You made me wonder how much flammable stuff I have in my workshop.
ReplyDeleteHallie,I am not sure if this makes the situation any safer, but I feel better about having them in one place. My biggest concern was linseed oil, which I think I must have disposed of as I haven't been able to find what I had.
ReplyDeleteHi Eva, I am enjoying the abstract composition of your photo...like the shapes and angles. I hope your studio gets back on track soon!
ReplyDeletePeggy, you have a good eye. Honestly, I hadn't give the photo composition any conscious thought, just habit I guess. Thanks for your comment.
ReplyDeleteVery cool! I often find myself thanking the Universe for giving me what i'm looking for also. What a great Idea
ReplyDeleteMelanie, I'm happy that you are in tune with the Universe also. I cannot tell you how many times I say 'thank you', throughout my day :O)
ReplyDeleteAnd so it goes. We are all on the quest for the perfect organizational tool so we can get back to our paintings. I like your cabinet.
ReplyDeleteHi Nancy. It was your favorite teacher, Robert Burridge that inspired me to buy a steel cabinet. Thanks for commenting.
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