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Since December 1, 2011 I journeyed through 365 creations and underwent a metamorphosis never imaginable. Artist became writer. Creative director became marketer. Security became vulnerability. Less became more. Passion became desire.
Several personal journals were lovingly caressed over the year where I joyfully laid gratitude between their pages. Today, as my final creation for this blog, before moving into my next grand adventures, I share 365 of my most heartfelt expressions of love and appreciation to this journey, its companions and every emotion experienced along the way.
1) I am grateful for coming to terms with patience. 2) I am grateful for becoming a ballroom dancer. 3) I am grateful for putting my beliefs and desires ahead of my goals. 4) I am grateful for venti, skinny, iced caramel machiatos. 5) I am grateful for discovering presence. 6) I am grateful for soulmates. 7) I am grateful for sacred space 8) I am grateful for a masterful table of mentors, muses and friends. 9) I am grateful for relationships based in mutuality. 10) I am grateful for accepting nothing less than all four levels. 11) I am grateful for embracing confidence. 12) I am grateful for being an educator. 13) I am grateful for being blessed with two unbelievably strong mothers. 14) I am grateful for the memories and love music has brought into my life. 15) I am grateful for persistence. 16) I am grateful for leading a business rooted in creativity. 17) I am grateful for needing less sleep than most. 18) I am grateful for yellow writing pads. 19) I am grateful for my dreams. 20) I am grateful for finding the perfect words. 21) I am grateful for the moments when I slow down. 22) I am grateful for a clear desk. 23) I am grateful for visits to the spa. 24) I am grateful for my health. 25) I am grateful for reading that inspires. 26) I am grateful for thought provoking stories. 27) I am grateful for self awareness. 28) I am grateful for magic moments. 29) I am grateful for opportunity. 30) I am grateful for transformation. 31) I am grateful for curiosity. 32) I am grateful for resourcefulness. 33) I am grateful for my children’s leadership, integrity and compassionate hearts. 34) I am grateful for inspiration. 35) I am grateful for vision. 36) I am grateful for discovering my voice. 37) I am grateful for time. 38) I am grateful for being a woman. 39) I am grateful for being challenged. 40) I am grateful for kisses. 41) I am grateful for passion & fear, joy & loss, isolation & inclusion, curiosity & indifference and every emotion in between. 42) I am grateful for detractors. 43) I am grateful for vulnerability. 44) I am grateful for New York. 45) I am grateful for creativity. 46) I am grateful for allure. 47) I am grateful for awareness. 48) I am grateful for articulation. 49) I am grateful for adventure. 50) I am grateful for embracing the joy of letting go.
I AM GRATEFUL FOR…my dear, dear inner circle of “Marble Jar” friends who have unconditionally supported both my moments of darkest doubt and those of blinding joy.
Allison D Angi S Ann M Beth G Christina H Curt C Gretchen S James H Karen B Kevin B Michelle M Miriam G Nikita P Peleg T Shawn J Stuart S Stuart M Terry E
I AM GRATEFUL FOR…145 fellow writers, artists, poets and bloggers who took a moment to connect and share heartfelt comments and a “like” or two…(in no particular order)
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I AM GRATEFUL FOR…72 WordPress followers and email subscribers. I have lead you through 365 days of creations and hope to continue inspiring you by learning to let go.
I AM GRATEFUL FOR…79 students, freelance designers and employees whom I had the pleasure to lead and mentor and who in return inspired me with their passion, talent and integrity.
and finally…
I AM GRATEFUL FOR…my family for understanding why mom keeps the light and laptop on long after bedtime.
I LOVE YOU ALL!
Creative Muse 365 