I keep a voice recorder with me at all times to capture ideas before they abandon me… it’s a common occurrence for me to be speaking or singing into this little gadget while strolling through Safeway or down the sidewalk.

Always trust that ideas come and go. And that you can never run out of ideas. There is an abundant source.

As you know, there are certain projects like Hanna’s keepsake book that are SO dear to me that they remain on the list. Others… like a series of greeting cards was an interesting idea that brought about ideas for other projects I did do. What I notice is that the more I take pressure off myself to create, the more creative I am.

What a novel concept!

Is that the curse of the creatives?

I have fears of ideas escaping, dying or even being born before they are ready.

Taking a break from these ideas seem like the last thing I want to do. I’ve got to get moving on them! Although I know this perspective is futile, it’s easier said than done to give myself permission to not pursue them all at the same time!

It’s so important to give ourselves permission to not finish… and be okay with that. I’m noticing that the ‘gold’ in certain projects is not in completing them but gathering an important piece of information for the journey. Only in hindsight can we truly see this. Letting go feels much better than banging my head!!! Ouch!

Stay warm my friend

I’m enjoying reading your new website.

I find that when I am no longer inspired by something, I need to put it away for a little while and give my mind a break from it. Often inspiration comes from an absence (for me at least) from a project. It’s like putting down an unfinished crossword puzzle.

Sometimes the absence provides you with a new outlook, perspective or experience that serves to refresh your inspiration. In which case, a return to the project is welcomed and invigorating. Other times no such feelings are present, in which case, it’s OK to leave that crossword puzzle unfinished.