Monday, July 21, 2014

THIRD MONDAY OF JULY!!!

Really!!!   Does that mean that summer is half way over already???   My goodness, where does the time go???


This month's theme is Radical Compassion.   Remember, one way to define compassion is being totally present to someone - understanding, sharing and acting.

Last week we considered the idea that compassion has to begin with and toward yourself.   This week we need to turn outward and consider the idea of radical compassion towards others - family, friends and strangers.

Most religions talk in terms of hospitality towards others, especially the stranger.   Reaching out, understanding their lives and acting however possible to make their lives better.   Sometimes that is not an easy task.   We all want to make sure our needs are fulfilled.   Our bills are paid.   Our families are fed, etc., etc., etc.

But, there are times when we equate our 'wants' with our 'needs' and choose those over another's 'needs'.   Maybe we could take small steps to show our compassion to others.   Not only donating food, clothing and money but actually working in a kitchen to feed the hungry, sitting and talking with someone in stress, helping someone find clothing that fits, filling school bags with supplies for children in need.   Or even smiling at someone who is obviously upset, like a cashier dealing with a difficult customer.

What can you do to show your Radical Compassion to others in need?   Look around, I bet you can find lots of ways.


ZENTANGLE CHALLENGE:  DAY FORTY-SEVEN
This Zentangle focuses on both geometric and organic designs.  Not too many days left with this challenge...


































SKETCHING JOURNAL
I haven't done much sketching lately but today I pulled out my journal and had fun drawing a plant.   I first used a regular pencil and then added some stokes with my colored pencils...


There's a new journal prompt posted.   I think this should be an interesting journal page.   Ideas are already forming.


1.  Lose one pound
2.  Walk two miles five days
3.  Get Duchess to garage                               
4.  Finalize Duchess' license plate
5.  Blog five days                                            
6.  Write two hours daily - e-book
7.  Work on Wall Hanging                               
8.  Finish up Zentangle Challenge
9.  Work daily on 'Collage' Course                    
10.  Read, Read, Read

Thanks for checking things out here...
Stay tuned for our weekend adventure??? tomorrow
See you then...