Thursday, February 16, 2012

Rise Above


Sometimes change is hard for me. Although I know that it is necessary if we are to grow. I find myself fighting it. Even though I know it is inevitable. I don’t know why because I know I always get through it. It is exactly where and who I am supposed to be at that time. I will welcome the next change in my life. I am learning. Always learning. Even if it is painful it always seems to come out all right in the end. Therefore……..

I will rise above and live to my fullest potential.


I wanted to speak to the people last week that left comments. I was so overwhelmed with gratitude. It made me cry in a good way. I can not begin to tell you what it meant to me. For the people that spoke about their loved ones with Alzheimers. I am feeling your pain and I am thinking of you. You are strong and you will be ok. It is tough I know. The most important thing is this “ They may not be able to remember you but you remember them” Do not forget them. Keep them close.


Please everyone go and visit the people at Paint Party Friday. I am so sorry for not getting around to enough people last week. I love to see everyone’s creative endeavors. Everyone is so inspiring!
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37 comments:

  1. Tracey FKFebruary 17, 2012 at 12:34 AM

    I really like the feel of this one, and the message is perfect as well... I do especially like your use of pattern in this one... happy ppf

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  2. Helen CampbellFebruary 17, 2012 at 12:44 AM

    It's a wonderful piece, with a strong message. Thanks for sharing.
    Happy PPF!

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  3. ClareFebruary 17, 2012 at 1:09 AM

    wonderful painting and inspiring words of encouragement - which is what we all need - the 'courage' to accept change.

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  4. Mary C. NasserFebruary 17, 2012 at 1:45 AM

    Beautiful, Heather!
    My favorite piece by you so far!
    Love visiting your blog!
    ♥♥♥
    Happy PPF!!
    Mary
    Mixed-Media Map Art

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2012 at 3:32 AM

    you always inspire me with your art and your wonderful positivity. this is another gorgeous piece.

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  6. NettyFebruary 17, 2012 at 4:16 AM

    I have just read your post below Heather. Everything you say is true as we experienced this with my mother in law.
    Loving your latest piece, so intricate and beautiful. Happy PPF and enjoy the weekend, Annette x

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  7. Virtual BoyFebruary 17, 2012 at 4:25 AM

    Wow, stunning colors! What a strong piece~

    // - T.W -

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  8. Lesley EdmondsFebruary 17, 2012 at 6:25 AM

    This piece is wonderful. So much detail and I love the colour palette.

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  9. Carolyn DubeFebruary 17, 2012 at 7:05 AM

    The details are fabulous! The more I look the more I see! Valuable message today about change.

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  10. Valerie-JaelFebruary 17, 2012 at 7:16 AM

    Love what you have made here, and glad the response to your last post was so positive! Hugs, Valerie

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  11. carol l mckennaFebruary 17, 2012 at 7:41 AM

    Lovely creation and great phrase to live by ~ take good care of YOU! ~ namaste, carol (A Creative Harbor) Happy PPF ^_^

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  12. UnknownFebruary 17, 2012 at 7:47 AM

    I LOVE your crowned bird and your words about change are so true. I just wish I could realize those words while I'm in the MIDST of big, scary changes...
    I read your post about your Mother as well. So beautifully written. I've been lucky to not need those tools but they are so good to know. I think you handled it with beauty and grace, just like you paint.
    PPF Hugs,
    Stephanie

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  13. KellyFebruary 17, 2012 at 8:53 AM

    I LOVE this piece! Beautiful post too :)
    Hugs to you,
    Kelly

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  14. *jean*February 17, 2012 at 9:20 AM

    i love the textures in this one so much! happy PPF, heather, so happy to have met you here...and thanks again for being open and vulnerable about Alzheimer's it will help more than you know...xo

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  15. SHERI COOKFebruary 17, 2012 at 9:23 AM

    I resist change too. I like your attitide about it and the art this week is FABULOUS!
    Happy PPF!
    Sheri Cook
    Happy Horse Studio

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  16. CrystalFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:33 AM

    I am anohter one who doens't like change, but you are so right, change is a part of life and must happen. Have a great weekend! :-)

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  17. fayeFebruary 17, 2012 at 11:57 AM

    Beautiful art, Heather.

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  18. carlareyFebruary 17, 2012 at 12:01 PM

    Wonderful painting, I love all the patterns and palette...sort of reminds me of a William Morris textile.

    You have such a wonderful way of putting deep emotions into words.

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  19. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2012 at 12:29 PM

    The patterns on this are gorgeous--really beautiful!

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  20. BeccaFebruary 17, 2012 at 2:12 PM

    Beautiful piece. I always adore anything with birds! Have a wonderful weekend!

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  21. Daniele ValoisFebruary 17, 2012 at 5:54 PM

    Really love this bird, and sentiment. And it is so you and your style. Nicely done! And thank you for sharing last week.

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  22. kelly hoernigFebruary 17, 2012 at 6:05 PM

    LOVE the texture, complex layers and the magical touches your style has, it just makes me happy - thanks for sharing!

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  23. ANNEFebruary 17, 2012 at 8:06 PM

    Lovely painting. Accepting change is hard at first but when you can truly believe that everything is always working out for you, it gets easier and easier to adapt.

    Happy PPF!

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  24. Bren Graham ThebeauFebruary 18, 2012 at 2:54 AM

    A message worth holding onto and such a beautiful painting, it lifts my spirit.
    Though my Dad lost pieces of himself to the same disease, we held them and him, I cherished each moment we had together. Though he's gone now, his memory is strong.

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  25. Kristin DudishFebruary 18, 2012 at 10:58 AM

    Heather - You are already amazing, if the "fullest potential" is still coming - Wow! I can only imagine how spectacular it will be :)

    xo
    Kristin

    p.s. I loved seeing the photos of your mother and reading your heartfelt post below... You are such an inspiration. I am facing some tough times with one of my grandmothers right now, not alzheimers, but I can relate in a lot of ways... Thank you for that post - I really needed to read those words. Big, big hugs to you...

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  26. DVArtistFebruary 18, 2012 at 1:52 PM

    This is a wonderful piece. Love the saying
    Nicole/Beadwright

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  27. GeckostoneFebruary 18, 2012 at 4:03 PM

    Heather your painting is beautiful! I just saw the photos of your Mom in last week's post, they are so precious. My friend's mom died a year ago with Alzheimers and just last week she also lost her dad. Yes change is so hard to accept. Your beautiful post was so touching and inspiring. Hugs, Deb

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  28. DebbieFebruary 18, 2012 at 6:20 PM

    This is a beautiful piece! I love the colors and texture.

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  29. Alexandra MacVeanFebruary 18, 2012 at 7:07 PM

    Change is not always easy to go through, whether we like change or not. But def harder for those of us who don't like it! ;)

    Your mixed media is wonderful and so inspiring! :)

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  30. Paula - Buenos AiresFebruary 18, 2012 at 10:17 PM

    Thank you for the inspiration, both in art and life.

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  31. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2012 at 10:16 AM

    Hi Heather

    I just nominated you for a versatile blogger award. You can see the blurb over on my latest post.

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  32. paulineFebruary 21, 2012 at 11:17 AM

    Oh Heather, how did I miss THIS ONE?!?
    Love everything about it... such gorgeous colours you chose!! And the message... Yup. My favourite so far.
    xoxo

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  33. AnnabelleFebruary 21, 2012 at 5:24 PM

    Sometimes thru heart ache the most amazing art is produced and not only is it beautiful to see but also beautiful in it's touch.
    Yes, I do try to cherish every moment in life no matter it's imperfections for life itself is precious. Thanks for sharing your story with us.Take care xxx

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  34. CarolFebruary 22, 2012 at 11:46 PM

    Your art is beautiful and I so love the message. We are all dealing with change in some form!!!

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  35. Bettina Makley, aka Fairywebmother.February 24, 2012 at 9:49 AM

    What a beautiful piece and a message that was such an affirmation for me, this morning. Thank you, for posting this.

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  36. UnknownFebruary 24, 2012 at 1:04 PM

    This is beautiful and I love the message. Just read your last post as well. Thank you for sharing your heart.

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  37. Kelly WarrenFebruary 25, 2012 at 11:01 AM

    Beautiful! I think change is hard for everyone. I know it is for me. I need to learn to embrace it as well as you've shown here.

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