“ Without art, the crudeness of reality would make the world unbearable.”
~George Bernard Shaw
I was reminded yesterday of my gift of quilted Ladies, and how they have slowly transpired into fun, expressive, alive, delightful works of Art.
How My Lady tentatively showed her shadow and silhouette, a tease of what was to come.
She seems to beckon me forward, daring me to discover a much wider world. And if she can dare, so can I!
When life overwhelms me, when the future seems a jumbled mess, when I find myself lost in my reality, it is then I feel the greatest urge to quilt.
I know who I am when I quilt, I feel connected and balanced as I toss about fabric, new colors and play with different poses, I am confident once again, in me.
My lady has been an Artful companion that I lean upon as I wobble along.
She brings comfort, courage, and a daring spirit when my own fails; she has opened up new doorways and has planted seeds for a brighter tomorrow.
I see my future self artfully displayed in a variety of poses, I see my spirit dancing with life, I see potential once again.
Without my lady I would not have come this far, she has kept the Spirit of creativity within. Between us a new energy flows.
Our latest adventure is a Juried Quilt show, “Art Quilts of the UP.” Three lady quilts are off on a new experience, how exciting to be along for the ride.
Thank you My Lady for gently leading me back to myself, for mirroring to me my wellness and my hope.
Thank you Lady, we will be okay.
