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| Glendalough, Ireland |
There are painters who transform the sun into a
yellow spot, but there are others who, thanks to their art and their
intelligence, transform a yellow spot into the sun. Pablo Picasso
What transforms blobs of
paint into something more, or words on a page into poetry or musical notes into
a song or concerto? The hand of the artist and
our ability to catch something of the meaning deep within us.
How does being
appreciative transform me? Does it, can it? Yes I think it can. It can infuse
our lives with that extra something and give us a tool, along with other things,
to find a deeper meaning, a sense of ‘enough’. People who work in hospices often speak about
the remarkable ability some people have for bringing a sense of joy to others
even when facing unimaginable personal difficulties and loss. They look outward
and see what is good in life, in their lives.
“Mastering the art of
gratitude is more than words or good manners – it is a way of life. It can take
us out of the boundaries of our lives to welcoming the preciousness of life
itself. There is no price to be put on
true gratitude.” Julia Alvarez
Today - I am very much a work-in-progress!
Today - I am very much a work-in-progress!
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