I like to think that making jewelry is just one manifestation of my capacity for creativity and vision. I also strive for mindfulness and compassion every day. Some days are better than others. Yesterday I could not get warm, and by late afternoon I found myself in my bed, under the down comforter, with my blackberry for work and my cuddly little dog to keep me warm. Needless to say, it was not a very productive work environment, and I ended up not only cold but also depressed and disgusted with myself. So this morning, when I woke up and saw a fresh dusting of snow outside, and had no choice but to go out there to walk the dog, I looked around and noticed that the neighborhood was actually looking quite pretty and sparkly, with the early morning sunlight highlighting the white linings on the tree branches. So I decided that I should try to appreciate the beauty of the snow, even if I still struggle to acknowledge that there is anything positive about winter. I brought the dog back inside, grabbed my camera, and went out for a little walk, and tried to look at the winter landscape with the same eyes that saw the blue water in St. John. I will never love winter, but I think tolerance and acceptance are worthy goals.
