My favourite eleven lettered word: INSPIRATION.
Personally I experience inspired moments as fabulous albeit frantic flashes of light and clarity. I live for those moments. Unfortunately in today’s world it isn't always easy to recognize the divine and inspired in everyday situations.
I am trying my darnest to be inspired at least once a day. Thus, enticing (sometimes forcing) me to be more aware as I walk in this world.
A recent trip to Cambodia inspired me to create a line of jewellery I simply call "Khmer". The stunning colours of Angkor Wat in the early morning sun are enough to inspire anyone.
However, as is the case with all definitions and perceptions - one gal’s inspiration is not going to cut it for the next. So, let's get this dialogue going....
A few things that inspire me:
- Bougainvillea bursting with colour.
- Sunny, clear days in Hong Kong.
- Those glorious days that I fit perfectly into my skinny jeans.
- Looking into my lover's eyes and realising his in the moment (with me).
- Chasing my cats through the house.
- That first life-saving sip of coffee in the morning.
- A Yoga session with Monika.
- Receiving an e-card from a dear friend.
- The excitement of the first visit to a foreign country.
- Sitting on the Star Ferry crossing the Harbour.
- Matisse paintings.
- Dali sketches.
- Unexpected kindness from a stranger.
- Being around people who strive for innovation (not imitation).
What inspires you? Please share; it might open a whole new avenue of inspiration for others and me.
Have an inspired day.
