February 27, 2011

Everyday Artist

One of my favorite books is Simple Abundance by Sarah Ban Breathnach. If you have never read it, I highly recommend it. This morning, I was reading one of the entries and it really struck a chord. She wrote about being an artist of the everyday.


 
You are an artist if you grow flowers in your yard.


 
 You are an artist if you bake and frost cupcakes. Especially if you put sprinkles on top.


 You are an artist if you quilt.


 You are an artist if you sew.


 You are an artist if you pick out yummy food for your family at the grocery store.



You are an artist if you take photos.



You are an artist if you knit.

There are so many moments in an ordinary day to be artistic. I think it makes life so much more enjoyable to look for those opportunities to be creative. I love being an artist of the everyday!
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6 comments:

  1. Helen PhilippsFebruary 27, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    This is a lovely post, Debbie, and so true! Your photos are beautiful. I think everyone can be an artist in their own way, every day! Helen x

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  2. TerrieFebruary 27, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    What a great post! Lovely fabric you have there!

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  3. JaneFebruary 27, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    Hi there Debbie thanks for visiting my blog and leaving your very kind comment. Your photos are stunning, great artistry here!
    Jane x

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  4. JillFebruary 27, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    I looove Simple Abundance~ in fact, I'm reading it again this year! Loved this post. Sometimes when I've been asked what kind of art I do I've replied, "The art of living". Art really can be found in the everyday. Love it.
    Hugs,
    Jill

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  5. mynestofyarnandbuttonsFebruary 27, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    Hi Debbie, I also read Simple Abundance and have for years and it is always a good reminder and applies to where I am at the moment. Love your pictures and words. Thanks, xoRobin❤

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  6. Karen @ Pieces of ContentmentJune 15, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    Beautiful post, I so agree, and love your photos.

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