It turns out that this summer has been all about everything outside (for me). This means that I haven’t been at home much, so I haven’t been doing much artwork or blog posting. However, I’ve written a couple of articles which I’ll share when the time comes, but for now here’s a look at some of the inspiration that I’ve come across.
Starting off with the light in Quebec City at dusk…
…and into the night (this is some kind of outdoor game in a park near the Frontenac). The Quebecois are so cool.
And speaking of cool, while in Montreal we were very happily surprised to find that our visit coincided with their Jazz Festival. I felt lucky to be surrounded by so much music and fun energy.
In New York City, Bill and I enjoyed some interesting sky views…
…of water towers during the day (seen from our hotel)…
…and building towers at night.
One night after dinner in Chinatown we walked across the Brooklyn Bridge. This moonlit walk was romantic and magical and I’ll remember it always.
Outside of the city there were a few trips to Maine, where I drank in the luscious color…
…of farm fresh fruit…
…and sunny, yellow flowers.
There were also sunny, yellow flowers in the Berkshires (at the Kripalu Center in Lenox, MA). BTW, this weekend workshop with Deepak Chopra was life changing for me. I’ve been meditating daily ever since and so far the experience has been amazing. Deepening my awareness will undoubtedly affect my everyday life as well as my creative life.
I’m currently still enjoying these last days of summer. Brook is back from camp (she came home last Saturday) and I would like to have some more fun with her before she goes back to school after Labor Day. In the meantime, I hope that you’ll all continue to enjoy everything outside also. Summer’s definitely for sticking our heads out the window to take it all in…all the way in…deeply, and in total awareness.
9 Comments, Comment or Ping
Beautiful photos, Becky! That night time game in the Quebec park looks very cool. I remember one year when I was in NYC with my students for a conference and we came upon a similarly fantastic site in a park new NYC. All the light posts had been covered at the top with the most gorgeous large handmade lampshades. It was magical.
And I have to say, as you know my love of dogs, that last photo steals my heart. What a good time your dog is having!
August 25th, 2013
Thank you for sharing your special NYC park story Kelly. It sure sounds magnificently beautiful!
August 27th, 2013
love the dog photo, along with the others. totally agree about getting as much from the good weather as you can. been a lot of swimming, and bbq’s, campfires, and star watching.
August 25th, 2013
Sounds like a wonderful summer for your family and that darling long-eared pup! Looking forward to more about the articles you’ve written.
August 26th, 2013
Great to hear from my fellow dog lovers.
August 27th, 2013
Lovely photos Becky, and lovely memories. Sometimes the best things come unexpectedly.
I signed up for the Meditation Challenge after reading about on your blog and have thoroughly enjoyed it. I have yet to make it a daily practice but only have three left so I suppose you could say I did it with “some” regularity… it is something I want to add to each day though, just a matter of deciding what time of day I prefer – up until now I have been trying early morning, mid-morning and evening. I have noticed my mind is quieter in mid-morning, but that is probably the least convenient time of all!
August 27th, 2013
Thank you for sharing your meditation experiences Jillayne. I’m still trying to figure out what time of day works best for me too, but for now, any time is good as long as I manage to get it in.
August 27th, 2013
Thanks for sharing……lovely photos! Looks like a great summer.
August 29th, 2013
Hi Becky!
I love the new banner! Your hound like mine knows how to have a good time~
Glorious views, I love all the magic you have shared with us.
YOUR meditation sounds healing, I might have to try this, too~
September 1st, 2013
Reply to “Everything Outside”