“People say that what we’re all seeking is the meaning of life. I don’t think that’s what we’re seeking. I think what we are seeking is an experience of being alive, so that our life experiences on the purely physical plane will have resonances with our innermost being and reality, so that we actually feel the rapture of being alive.” Joseph Campbell 1904-1987
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I will be painting, writing, celebrating life and enjoying the company of dear friends during the next few weeks……
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Once again I have been reminded through the untimely death of a good friend of the importance of making the very best of every moment we have.
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Not to put off what we really want to do….but rather to take on life’s new adventures with a sense of excitement.
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Not to wait for the perfect time to do something, because there never is a perfect time…just today.
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“Follow your Bliss” – another quote from Joseph Campbell.
For thirty years I have adhered to this way of being. It doesn’t mean that I have received all my ‘wants’ but rather that my ‘needs’ have been met in ways that I could never have been creative enough to imagine……..
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And so today I follow the example of the magical hummingbirds, soaring above all the madness and drinking from the sweet nectar of life……..:)
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A bientôt
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Have a great break❣️ That’s some fine quotes and absolutely lovely water colours, Janet.
Thank you very much – Janet 🙂
Wow! Those are gorgeous paintings jcrhumming and great reflections too!
By the way, thank you for taking the time to like my reblog at Success Inspirer’s World.
I do appreciate it. Enjoy your break!
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You are most welcome, and thank you very much for this lovely compliment…janet 🙂
My pleasure Janet.
Wow! I’m completely mesmerised by your amazing artworks! I hope you have a nice break x
Thank you for such a lovely compliment…janet 🙂
Absolutely stunning.
Thank you very much – Janet 🙂
Are they your watercolours? Absolutely beautiful
Yes, they are my watercolours – thank you for the compliment…Janet 🙂
I’m going to show them to my mum who is just starting out but she will adore them. So beautiful Janet. Thank you
My condolences on the loss of your friend. God bless you as you grieve. You make such beautiful pictures! May your break away from here be all you need it to be.
Thank you so much 🙂
I’m enjoying the rapture of life once again and your paintings simply enhance the effect! Thank you, dear Janet. 🙂 xxx
Now that really does make me smile 🙂 I will be sitting there with you at the Pilot before this summer is out xxx
I look forward to that more than you can imagine! xx
Beautiful Janet. Enjoy! (I know you will) (K)
Thank you 🙂
Have a Super Time, Janet! Be fully refreshed! May Pleasant Climes smile on you…..Hummingbird Hugs go with you! ❤
Sorry about your recent sad loss…….Hugs! 🤗🤗🤗💕💕💕
Thank you dear Bushka…..live each day to the full – which I know you do 🙂 xx
Hummingbird Hugs! ❤
Wonderful ! ❤️👍
Thank you 🙂
Wonderful paintings and way to live Janet. Your paintings certainly exhibit the joy of living. Enjoy your break and maybe frolic a little. 🙂
Thank you Brad…and yes I definitely intend to do some frolicking 🙂 Happy Summer days to you Janet x
Yay! Frolic away Janet! 🙂
Beautiful post, beautiful and oh-so-fresh paintings that capture the essence of the hummingbirds! I’m sorry about your friend and hope that the next few weeks go well.
Thank you for this lovely comment….hope you have a beautiful weekend..Janet 🙂
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I hope you have a fabulous, creative and relaxing break Janet.
Thank you Andrea….and I hope your days are filled with sunshine and creativity….janet 🙂
Beautiful bon voyage to you, as well!
Thanks, dear Janet. Enjoy!
Thank you Time…..happy days ahead Janet 🙂 x
Have fun!
Thank you so much – enjoy your weekend…Janet 🙂
Utterly incredible. Have a wonderful holiday xx
Thank you so much – thinking of you in your glorious garden….enjoy Janet xx
Hi Janet – your water colour art is amazing, I love the vibrancy…have a great break…warm regards Karen
Thank you Karen for such a lovely comment. Much appreciated. Hope you enjoy a lovely weekend…Janet 🙂
What a brilliant, grounding post, so are always so uplifting! Just loved all these fantastic paintings, and the quotes. Soeey about your friend, you take good care of you and enjoy your break. xxx
Good morning Dina….Thank you so much for this, and I do hope that you and all the furies are enjoying lovely summer days….Janet xxx
Wow Janet these paintings are literally explosions of colors. I particularly love #1,2 and 5 they’re like glittering jewels in a wonderful dream. Your hummingbirds yell “be happy and enjoy life” in an amazing way. Thank you so much for sharing them.
I wish you a wonderful vacation, lots of sun, hummingbirds and good friends to share the great things life on this planet offers.
Thank you so much for this lovely comment.. May you also be happy and enjoy life – painting, gardening, etc. Janet 🙂
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Gorgeous 🙂 peaceful, and full of life!
Thank you very much – Janet 🙂
Hummingbirds in watercolor! They look so fairy-like! I love it. 🙂
Truly amazing art! 😍
Thank you very much – Janet 🙂
Dear Janet, I’m sorry I’ve been absent. WordPress has made it impossible for me to keep up with their email shenanigans… Have a lovely break. Thank you for these magical hummingbirds to tide us over while you are away. Hugs.
You are an endless inspiration Janet, in your philosophy, your warmth and adventure. These joyful paintings of your creation are also a true treat. I hope you are having a purely delightful time.
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HI SISTERS! YOU ALREADY KNOW THAT OUR FRIEND JANET IS AN EXPERT CAPTURING THE HUMMINGBIRDS ACTIVITY. CONGRATS!
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Absolutely beautiful so glad I found your lovely blog via Teagan. 🙂
Good morning and thank you so much for taking a look at my blog and for your lovely comment. I am very flattered that Teagan should feature me in her blog. Janet 🙂
My pleasure Janet. All the best. Marje
Such amazing pictures. I am so pleased that Teagan featured you and I found your blog.
Good morning and thank you so much for your lovely comment. I am so very flattered that Teagan would feature me in her blog. She is sure one of the most creative people out there. Janet 🙂
It is a very beautiful bird, I like it.
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Good morning from a cold an frosty London. Thank you so much for re blogging these hummingbirds – I hope you have a wonderful holiday season and a peaceful, loving and creative new year – with hummingbirds of course 🙂 Janet xx
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For all my friends during this holiday season.
So sorry for your loss, Janet. I love your work. Have a wonderful break! 🙂
Thank you very much – and also thank you for the re blog…I hope you enjoy a beautiful and peaceful holiday season and a very creative new year. Janet 🙂 x
You’re welcome Janet. Thanks, I hope you have a wonderful holiday season as well! 🙂 xx
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Here is some beautiful watercolor work from a beautiful artist! Happy Saturday!
Have a wonderful day, and give someone you love a big hug! 🙂
Wow, your artwork is gorgeous! Very impressive!
Thank you very much – Janet 🙂
Thinking of you during your interlude Janet and wishing you well–loved your paintings–the colors waking me up this wee early morning, saying to me “Get to work David;create something to be proud of; use your gift; give freely of yourself; ask nothing in return; enjoy every minute.”
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Hi dear Oyla…thank you so much for the re-blog. I hope things are OK with your family now. Sending hummingbird hugs. Janet 🙂 x