Wonder
Today’s intention is wonder.
– a feeling of surprise mingled with admiration, caused by something beautiful, unexpected, unfamiliar, or inexplicable – desire or be curious to know something – feel doubt –
I’m feeling all the above.
Patience
Today my intention is patience. I’m learning. I’m experimenting. I don’t ever have a clear idea of where I’m going with my art. Then WHY am I impatient with my art?? That is a very good question. I need to be more patient. Let the piece unfold. It’s just canvas.
Inspire
Today my intention is inspire. At the beginning of the week I thought I’d pick some great art something. But, this crazy world is getting even crazier. Today is Hollis’ eleventh birthday! She’s been sick and we had a very rough morning. Happy Birthday perfect puppy. You inspire us to be our best selves everyday. I love you so much!
Service
Today my intention is service. Every morning I’m checking in with my family and a group of friends. I’m trying to be part of the solution not part of the problem. Usually I’m out and about doing some more active, “in the world” service. Now I’m trying from home to be the best I can be. My theme for the year is Suit Up and Show Up.
Discover
Today my intention is discover. What a sweet, Spring surprise to discover my Forsythia bush in full bud. I can’t wait to show more of my little world shedding its winter coat.
Encourage
Today’s intention is encourage. I started off the day sending encouraging texts about spring and checking in with family near and far. Then I encouraged myself to cook something new! Cottage Cheese Omelet Muffins. I’m a creature of habit and can/do eat the same thing every day. They turned out GREAT!! Now I’m going to the Met online encouraging myself to be open to different experiences.
Play
My intention today is play. I have a heavy heart and couldn’t muster the energy to play. Then I followed a link and played hooky for a bit watching these adorable penguins and remembering fond times at the Shedd. I feel refreshed! Thank you to all the wonderful people who are putting positive thoughts and energy into the Universe!! I SO appreciate it!!
Organize
Even last night as I was writing my intentions for the week I thought today I would wake up, rush through my morning habits and organize my studio. All supplies from school are home. It does need a BIG sort out. Then I turned on the news for just minutes. Every overwhelming thought started swirling around me. I need to remember I can only do what’s in my hula hoop and be the best me possible. The best way I can organize is in very small chunks and help others anyway I can.
Barbara Bergsten - Artist 