Twitchy Noisy Culture

I listened to Kara Swisher’s 6/26/21 interview with Dr. Fauci on The Daily. At one point, she prefaced a question with the statement, “The idea of public health is things evolve, but that’s impossible in this twitchy noisy culture now.” My artistic expression is continually influenced by the energy and power of words and specific combinations. Twitchy (anxious and nervous) and noisy (making a lot of noise and “stridently seeking to attract attention to their views”) struck a chord as an accurate current culture assessment.

Decisions

Last night I was sorting through old files discarding what no longer serves and found notes on a talk. The speaker was addressing a question on how to make good decisions. His response was, “Don’t ask what is the right thing. Instead ask what feels more authentic and look for 3 green lights: 1) the body - does it feel relaxed, 2) the heart - does it feel open and spacious, and 3) the mind - does it feel calm.” As I find myself smack dab in a particular situation where I have to decide which way to go and what to take on, my experience is all red lights. I guess I got my answer.

Equine Coaching

I worked with the horses again over the weekend. The ones in this internship program are exquisite and so sensitive! They are strengthening my resolve, boldness and confidence; in essence supporting “show up in the world as my truest self, to share openly and truthfully, to pursue my passions, and to express myself unapologetically.” (Daily Word.) High vibration.

Competition

Yesterday afternoon I finished watching the play-in tournament with the Warriors and Grizzlies. During this free throw, my eyes got stuck on the words in the lower right, “Winner gets 8 seed vs. Utah, Loser Eliminated.” Loser Eliminated! Yes, there is a winner and a loser in vetted, fair and square competitions, including elections! That’s the truth and recognition of it resonates a higher vibration.

IMG_0919.jpg

Voting Rights

Schumer vows to bring voting rights bill to full Senate. The response of congressional republicans is that democrats are trying to rewrite elections laws to their advantage. Ha Ha!! Further, Mitch McConnell stated, “We all learned early in life if you can write the rules you can win the game” then repeated, “We all learned early in life if you can write the rules you can win the game.”

I certainly didn’t learn this. Does he think democracy is a game? Is this his and his cohorts’ childhood indoctrination of being a winner at all costs v., God forbid, a loser, of ego run amuck with elitism, racism, sexism, patriarchy, bigotry, greed, and power? Ugh! I’ve had experience with this personality. It’s such a dismissive, non-inclusive, divisive, and ultimately destructive orientation to behave from.

I really wonder if human kind will ever get to a high vibration. Regardless, as an individual only responsible for myself, I keep striving to embody this way of living.

Orange

Since I was a girl, I have paid attention to and loved cars, the styling and colors. This certainly came in handy when my young son wanted me to join him in playing with his matchbook cars for hours on end!

About 4 years ago Subaru launched a small vehicle in a weird orangish color. Glaring and striking, it did not appeal to my artistic eye and bent towards reds. Since then, I have seen so many on the road, thus influencing this piece.

Purple Rain

Prince was featured on a recent 60 Minutes. I, likely similar to many others, had no idea just how prolific he was as evidenced by his overflowing vault of unreleased music. A clip was shown of a super bowl halftime wherein he was singing Purple Rain, and it was raining. So cool!