Family Jewels

Tonight, I was blessed to have a very touching and powerful conversation with my grandmother. She was talking to me about the 'art of living'. How every little thing that we use our loving hands to create, is art. Whether we are cooking a delicious meal, tending to our garden, or even writing a blog...it's all our personal art. The art of life.

My mind took off with this wonderful way of looking at things, and I found myself going over the artful masterpieces of everyday. The first thing that popped into my mind was my son's smile. There is absolutely nothing as beautiful, or precious, than his smile. Such a simple thing, and yet so magnificent in that simplicity. I told my husband after he was born that, not only was I amazed that this little human being came from my body, but he worked!! He breathed, and moved, and had little tiny baby thoughts all on his own. My body somehow knew how to make this precious little vessel for a precious little soul. And he is truly a masterpiece. A perfect example of art in life.

I then thought of how much I love to cook, and what joy I get from, not just the colorful arrangement of food on a plate, but the symphony of flavors that melt in your mouth. I love the process of creating that taste. Creating that perfect bite that draws a satisfying "Mmmmmmm". I really couldn't be more pleased then when I know I have made a good meal, and I can share it with others.

I could list a million things that I do every day that I find to be 'artful'. Even just a conversation, simple rhetoric, can be art. I really loved the idea of finding all of those little things that are a reflection of yourself. That allow you to let your creative self flow. It brought a whole new perspective to life. And the beauty in it.

I challenge you....yes, even those of you who claim to be 'far from creative'...to find at least one thing in your life that reflects the art that you create in your life. It's very empowering. And, once you've found that one (or more) thing(s), appreciate it for what it is.

Enjoy!!