Reaching for the "glittery" Stars

I am a positive gurl by nature.  Yeah, I pretty much see the glass as half full.  I'm gingham and blue birds and sparkly stars And I think the power of positive thinking is a win-win. 

And yet, I live with a pessimist.  It's a funny thing.  I often accuse him of raining on my parade.  Whizzing on my Wheaties.  You get the picture.  But I reckon we balance each other out.

I tell you this as background info.  My friend JuJu gave me this really cool book yesterday called "One" , I was delighted, its right up my positve little alley.

The inside page reads that is is a book of " inspiration, celebration and discovery".  And It is filled with amazing quotes that are sure to get your head and thoughts in a positive space. 

Visually it is cool as well.  When you click on the link, you can hit the thumbnails to see how wonderfully the pages are laid out (typographically). 

And while I think its purpose is aimed at a bigger goal, I like to think of the quotes as a starting part for a smaller goal.  Me.  Where am I in my art journey?

So today, I'm thinking positive thoughts as I clean the Studio.  Sometimes it reaches a point where i just can't create when I am in there because of the clutter.  I started dusting, rearranging and placing little vignettes here and there.  (The card in the background here is by Heather.)

So here is a thought for today, from the book "One".  ...the tragedy in life does not lie in not reaching your goal. The tragedy lies in having no goal to reach. It isn't a calamity to die with dreams unfulfilled, but it is a calamity not to dream.  It is not a disaster to be unable to capture your ideal, but it is a disaster to have no ideal to capture.  It is not a disgrace not to reach the starts, but it is a disgrace to have no stars to reach for.  - Benjamin E. Mays

(Are these wee fairies not the cutest?  The Halloween one was made by my dear friend Ang over at Filigree Moon - such a talented gal, and wicked fun to boot, she always makes me laugh).  But I digress.

(more of Ang's Fairies).  So, back to the the quote.  I'm contemplating.  Do I actually have a goal?  Often times it feels as if I've lost my way.  Yes, I make things and sell some, but I think I want more, but I'm not sure how to proceed.  Perhaps putting pen to paper and making a real goal is the answer. 

Well, if not the answer...maybe a start?  What do you think?  What do you do? 

Which brings to mind another quote.  "Reach for the Moon...even if you miss, you will land among the Stars."

-c

Comments

[Debra]

What a sweet and thoughtful post. Thinking, dreaming and planning; I like the idea of putting pen to paper. And then prayer for guidance and open doors. Love all the little fairies and goodies to ring in the Spring!
big hugs,
Debra

[Shelly Massey]

Hmmm... and here I thought I was experiencing some kind of spring fever. I've been wondering lately about how to put more effort into how to put my dreams into action (and into figuring out what exactly it is that I want in the first place). My thoughts were set into motion by Kelly Rae's Taking Flight book. And now your blog post... time to think, journal, think, think, think...DO! :)

[Lori]

i have that card from Heather too...i just love it...what a thought provoking post Cindy...do you read "a bushel and a peck"? Jeanne has been doing a lot of similar posts lately, and she has my wheels turning about what i want out of my life...she is on my sidebar if you want to find her...i think you might enjoy reading what she has to say...

[Robin King]

Hi Cindy,
Please stop by my blog, I have a Sunshine Award for you!(just copy and paste)
-Robin

[Tami B.]

Sounds like an awesome book...great post!

[Joanna {sweet finds}]

I spy a little rabbit. OMG. that is so weird. I am in the process of trying to make one. I hope it turns out as cute as yours. I am bringing it with me to art group on Friday. :)
hugs, Joanna

[Rosemary]

Sounds good to me Cindy.
Love the fairies!
Rosemary

[mendy]

Love it ALL! Can't wait to hear more about Paper Cowgirl!! :)mendy

[Sherri]

all the little vignettes are adorable! Can you come clean my studio now?

[Angela]

Love your studio photos. The colors are all enchanting and perky as you are. Thanks for the mention, fun one! Glad these fairies are part of your colorful world. ~ Angela (Ang)

[Alison Gibbs]

Sounds like a greatbook. Wish I had a bit more of a positive attitude like you. Think I am probably like your other half - a pessimist - that glass is half empty!!LOL
Alison

[denise]

I am in great need of inspiration! I am in a creative funk. I haven't picked up a piece of paper all week! Maybe I should just get out the paper and glitter and get to work! I believe a little glitter can go a long way! Your work area looks like a creative place to well, create!
denise

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Cindy, your post today is so appropriate for me, I can hardly stand it. I am thinking along the same lines: WHAT am I doing?? WHAT is it exactly I would like to do? Where is my niche? Where in the heck is the continuum in my art? Why does it always seem to start and stop???
Well. Enough of that. Off to create!!
Lynn

[kathy lowry]

WELL < GIRL as far as reaching -- I really want to reach all those cute little fairies in your pics ---(kidding - not ?-too adorable ) ♥
Seriously many years ago I had a (craft ? business ) PAinting -multi media and doing juried shows- and selling to local shops -- WOW-Thousands of things over 10 years - It finally squashed the delight in designing and creating -out of me -(it helped support my fun antique and art habit +money for extras for the family )--
But I developed serious burnout -- HIndsight is a great thing -- If (I ) had it to do over again - i would develop my art skills and designs and teach -0thers- (not become a factory )which is what I still love to do now -- and now I love to create &swap but- THE CREATING -something new and "Needing in my spirit to make ART " is in my blood --and you are never to old to create
SO think of what is your passion -- and see what doors GOD opens for you - ask him to close those not meant to be your
path - CAuse girl -- it's not just getting to the end -- It is enjoying the journey -- _ JOY and Peace- money can't buy --
** OK off soap box for now -LOL _ LOve ya gal !! Kathy - ga ♥

[susan]

i love those quotes....and so true they are. i think you need dreams even if they never come true....hope you are having a nice weekend! suz

[Catherine M. Scanlon]

This sounds like a very great book, it's so easy to loose track of your dreams and goals when you are working so hard to do the day to day commitments. THANK you for reminding me to dream!

[Maryjane]

What a darling blog you have and what talent! Enjoyed my visit!

[Kim]

Boy, this is where I am right now! Unemployed & not knowing which way to turn. I've got to keep remembering my dreams & create some goals out of them.

[Irma's Rose Cottage]

Loved your post. Really gets me thinking. Of, course sometimes it feels like I don't. LOL Loved the quote about missing the Moon and Landing on the Stars!

Irma :)