Courage...

Courage originally meant to speak one's mind by telling all one's heart.

~Brene Brown



Looking Through God's Eyes



            I have never been one to make New Year’s Resolutions because the few I have made…losing weight, exercising more, eating healthier… were soon abandoned and forgotten for old habits and familiar vices.  Nor do I plan on changing my mind at this point in my life, but I have had a reoccurring thought pattern emerge and stay with me lately and this thought has to do with courage.  I have found myself seeking out and taking note of friends, family and strangers who are actively engaged in acts of courage…the type of courage that comes from the original meaning of ‘speaking one’s mind by telling all one’s heart.’   These people are artists - writers, poets, musicians, songwriters, singers, painters, metalsmiths, potters, and photographers.  I am blessed to be surrounded by these people who speak their mind and tell their hearts through a variety of mediums and, then, take that very brave and courageous step of sharing their art with the world and all that must entail. 

             I want to be courageous like this.  I want to speak my mind and tell all of my heart.  I thank you for your patience and gentleness with my baby steps. 

So, from my heart to yours…I wish you... Happy New Year, Courage and, above all,  Peace.