Rainbows & Butterflies

It's no secret that it takes all sorts to make a community function. Well, in the community of one of my own sacred circles; indeed I am the one that has been tagged as ' she who lives in the world of 'rainbows & butterflies' at least according to the one we all tag 'Princess'. I suppose I can see why some think I have my head in the clouds. I do see the bright side of most things. I can and do find deeper meaning in everything and I set intention for my day before I leave the house. Now, this doesn't mean I am not sort of known for dropping the occasional 'f' bomb and I certainly have an appreciation for 'bathroom' humour. So for as much as I am teased about my world of 'rainbows & butterflies', let's be clear; those butterflies have kick-ass tattoos and those rainbows are sometimes double edged swords. Either way, I own it. These are all sides of who I am, who I have been and certainly apart of who I will become.

In one of my recent Transcendental Meditation classes, our mentor quoted Marhareshi Mahesh Yogi, who actually taught and mentored him personally into the world of TM. The quote was in response to the question: "Marhareshi, what is our next spititual quest after finding enlightenment?" The response has deeply resonated with me since hearing it. The answer was simple. The Marhareshi simply said: "Once you realize that the sweetest taste is of your own breath, there are no temptations to seek or be distracted by."  It is a very interesting way to put it that once we find that refuge of inner peace, there is nothing else to 'want'. Amazing that our own freedom is literally within each of us and so universally achievable.

I was sharing this quote with a friend yesterday (we tag him D.J. Vega).  We discussed how meditation is another form of prayer. A thought can be a prayer. And in the case of Vega and The Silver Fox for that matter, being in the wilderness, on the ocean in a kayak or somewhere on a mountain bike trail, all of these things are prayers in motion. You are in the moment, effortlessly being authentic and feeling that elevated vibration which instantly connects each of us to the Higher Energy Force (call it whatever you like- titles, names & labels are irrelevant).  I had an epiphany when Vega and I were chatting. I had never considered it before in such simple terms, but when I am designing whether it be words or gems, it is a meditation in every way. It is letting the light flow through me and allowing myself to be a vessel. So in the end, this blog entry is about art after all... it is one of the ways I pray. It is interesting to look around and see how so many people around us are actively living, moving forms of prayer and not even aware of it. Prayer is such a sticky word for many people. People cringe at the thought of praying or prayer. It has icky notions of religion or dogma. When really true prayer is simply being in a safe place in our own hearts feeling a connectedness that makes us feel alive and vital.

I would love to design all the time. My kids would love to play all the time. The Silver Fox would love to kayak or ski all the time (or in the present moment, watch Stanley Cup hockey all the time). All things that bring us joy and all things that are our own personal form of prayer. It really is that benign. It really is about doing what you love so that your vibration can elevate and commune with the higher energy force. :) Such a simple concept yet so intimidating to address sometimes.

So may the 'force' be with you! Easy....I am kidding... sorta. :) lol

Go create, be outdoors, cook, connect, write, sweep (for you Lan), make chocolate, eat chocolate or all of the above... do whatever takes you to that place where you feel most at home in your own skin.

Wishing you rainbows and butterflies! lol or Love & Light... same same. ;)

Tiff.

When coming to the decision to add a blog to my website, I was encouraged by many but inspired by a good friend of mine. If you have been on my website  you have seen the link to www.thegratefulmama.com
Karen's latest post, dated May 16th,  is about parenting and specifically  "Encouragement versus Praise.”

While most of us are doing our best to provide loving and supportive foundations for our children it is very interesting to really understand the difference between encouragement and praise and how different the messages are received to our impressionable babes.

Again, just another little gem from Karen's blog that makes me a better mama. I hope you check it out.

t.

Buddha has landed & The Raven has taken flight.

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Welcome to my first Blog post.

It is my wish to share my thoughts, my finds and my heart's appreciation for the blessings that find their way into my life, my art and my journey. I am grateful that you, just by reading this are sharing this adventure with me. Evolution is a grand process and some of you who read this will find many of the words & content familiar as it is very much what we share in our regular 'heart to hearts'. However; I am most excited for those of you who have known me and have not known this side of me, including those who don't know me at all to read these words and discover something new about me and perhaps something about yourself. Due to the former fear I had of judgment, I protected myself by keeping this side of myself shielded from many people. Those days are over. So bring it! :) lol  I finally have a deeper understanding of fear and I no longer fear the illusion of opinions. That being said,  it is my deepest hope that together, each of us will find something that resonates within us in this blog. Maybe in this inaugural entry or perhaps in a future entry.  I don't know. What I do know is that there is no mistake that you have found your way to this blog at this moment. Please read with an open mind and an open heart so that the purpose may find you.

Here we go.... whooo hooo!

t.