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+ Full Pisces Moon Tuesday, Aug 24

Filed in art, full moon, mercury retrograde, August 24, 2010, 1:26 pm

Here is something I got from Molly Hall’s blog that I liked:

SUN in Virgo & FULL MOON in Pisces
“The Full Moon is in Pisces, engaging the mutable Virgo-Pisces line, with its instinct for taking the pieces and working healing magic to reshape the form.”

Mercury Retrograde in Virgo
“This is a brass tacks sign that has a genius for understanding how things work. Mercury in Virgo retrograde, then, can show us ways to reach our goal, by working out the steps. There may be a roundabout way to get there. That’s one of the gifts of Mercury Rx — new ways of seeing a situation. And with Mercury in Virgo, that can mean solutions to practical problems that you didn’t expect.”

And, inspired by the Grounded Dreaming of Virgo Sun & Pisces Moon…

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This is an image from my Full Moon in Pisces Collage. It’s a revolutionary idea for me, but it’s only just occurred recently – to collaborate with my husband who is also an artist. As we’ve begun our collaboration together, it’s been so fun! And that’s what we are calling it BE SO FUN. (This is also a family joke.)

And here is my Dream Card for this year: Grounded Perspective

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+ Learning By Heart

Filed in books, creativity, August 12, 2010, 2:57 pm

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In my current creative excitement (I am taking a ecourse with Marissa from Creative Thursday) I have been discovering all sorts of fabulous treasures that I hope to share with you and to spark your own creativity. Because, as you’ve heard me say so many times, art is the language of the gods. The ritual of creating is for everyone and connects us to the deepest parts of ourselves. As Corita Kent says in her book,

“There is an energy in the creative process that belongs in the league of those energies which uplift, unify, and harmonize all of us.”

I’m telling you, this book is a ridiculous and I’m so excited to dive into it. Learning By Heart, Teachings to Free the Creative Spirit by Corita Kent and Jan Steward. Thank you to Kerri Smith’s blog for mentioning Corita Kent.

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+ New Moon Leo – journal entry

Filed in art, new moon, August 10, 2010, 11:30 pm

I’m letting you in on a little secret…

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Register – Creative Passion TeleClass $10

Filed in classes, creativity, August 9, 2010, 2:50 pm

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We are not here to tame the Lion of your Creativity, but to ride it, enjoy it, and express it!

In honor of the Leo energy shining upon us, I will be leading a tele-class Riding the Lion (with meditation & art) on Wednesday Night, August 18th @ 7:30 PM (PST). Please join me to get a burst of new energy in the area of your creativity & reconnect to your passionate shiny self, once again. All levels of experience welcome. This class will be recorded. You may listen or re-listen to it at your convenience (within 30 days.)

Remember, Creativity is not coming from you, it’s coming THROUGH YOU.

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Current New Moon in Leo

Filed in mercury retrograde, new moon, , 9:29 am

New Moon in Leo - Time to ROAR!!!!

Mercury goes Retrograde August 20 – September 12, 2010

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Letting Go

Filed in letting go, August 5, 2010, 11:12 pm

What should medicine do when it can’t save your life?

by Atul Gawande

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The Creativity Crisis

Filed in creativity, July 27, 2010, 7:51 am

The Creativity Crisis by Po Bronson & Ashley Merry man Newsweek Article

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Overwhelmed?

Filed in books, resources, July 25, 2010, 3:09 pm

You don’t know what to do or you have too much to do and don’t know where to start?

No matter what area of your life is troubling you, you can make an immediate impact.

Start Here: CLEAN YOUR HOUSE. Specifically, clear the clutter.

“Every aspect of your life is anchored energetically in your living space, so clearing your clutter can completely transform your entire existence.” – Karen Kingston

Clutter is stuck energy. Once we clear it, new energy can flow in. Whether you clean out your purse, your wallet, your desk or attempt the big stuff like your closets & storage…. things will start to shift immediately. It’s worth it!

Here are 2 books by Karen Kingston that are excellent: