Eda Doreen

:: examining life as we see it ::

 "this soul or life within us, by no means agrees with the life outside of us. If one has the courage to ask her what she thinks, she is always saying the very opposite to what others may say " -marcus aurelius

It has been a long time since writing on my blog. I disapeared for a while. Perhaps not for the better, but for the case of learning, loving, and losing the three L's all encased in a tiny litte box we call 'life'. I have been studying hard, and working hard. I have been slacking off on my shop a little by closing it for a long time as well, which I do not believe benefited my inner creative soul for the very least. But I think now I am actually beginning to breathe again. I was drowning there for a while, in a sea of emotions, and swimming against the high tide every day, or so it seemed. I lost my best friend, and hope to recover that friendship some day, but now is not the time. I think denial is a foe and for many months, it was my friend. I cherish not my actions so much in the past, but my intuition in talking to me softly, for every breath that I take. Thankfully, I did not lose myself, and although I was told I did, over and over, I found the strength to gain the momentum in coming up for air, every time a wave of panic would hit me.

Our inner soul is not accustomed to the world around us. It is something we are only able to grasp if we truly listen to our hearts. I had the courage to ask my own soul the questions in needing and wanting to find happiness, and albeit, although others may not agree with what my heart and soul are now in love with, I cannot control this, nor do I wish or ever want too. What others say, I do the opposite. I feel the opposite, and breath the opposite of normality.

Change is a good thing in life. It enables us to grow slowly, one day at a time.

Smiles to those who care, and listen .

Sammi xx

 

Mother of an Earth Day

Earth Day April 22, 2010

“When all the trees have been cut down, when all the animals have been hunted, when all the waters are polluted, when the air is unsafe to breathe, only then will you discover you cannot eat money.”

-Indian Cree.

 

Earth Day

I have always been an environmentalist. I wouldn’t call myself a tree hugger, but if I had to hug a tree in order to make it better in sickness I certainly would. Have you heard about individuals who talk to their vegetables and tomato plants when they are growing? Well that is me too.  

I have a t-shirt that I purchased a few years ago made from organic cotton, and on the front it says “Earth Day 24/7/365”. In reality, that is exactly how we should celebrate the home that provides us with sustenance, life, food, shelter, and happiness. Not just today, but every day. It is so easy to change just one habit that is considered bad on the environment and in doing so it can make a huge impact on the world we live in. HUGE. Yet, unfortunately, many of us live in a world set up for convenience. We have readymade meals; we eat out and produce massive amounts of carbon dioxide simply from eating the simple cheeseburger. I find it amusing that there are individuals who actually think it humorous the impact a cows excretion has on the atmosphere.

 

 Food Inc.

I recently watched a fantastic documentary called FOOD INC. It actually portrayed the way in which the United States Citizens are being told exactly what to eat, and who to buy it from. The worse thing is, it’s a subliminal message you would never realize, unless you watch this movie and find out for yourself. The world we live in today is not like the world we lived in 20 years ago. Please, if you do get a chance watch FOOD INC. when you can. I promise, you will thank the producer, and yourself for taking the time out to consider your family, your earth, and your community.

Support local farmers Markets!

 

 

A.U.A.C.
 

On a final note, I found a fantastic website this morning that allows you to adopt a piece of land and in sponsoring that land, which is native, wild, and in need of conservation management, you will be doing your bit in the fight against the earth’s degradation. I have decided to adopt a piece of Western Australia, my original Island Home.

Adopt an Acre

Today, go out and spend some time in the community. Look around you. What do you see? Do you see individuals who care for the earth, or do you see mere neglect, ignorance, or laziness?

Best,

Sam

Easter Greetings

“Loveliest of trees, the cherry now is hung with bloom along the bough, and stands about the woodland ride Wearing white for Eastertide.”
~ A.E. Housman

Tree Stamp 

 

Well it is Good Friday here in the United States, and for my family and friends back home in Australia, your Good Friday is now over, and you are all headed for your long weekends.  Although I cherish Easter as a sacred holiday, I will be working hard as always over a holiday weekend. Which reminds me, where did I hide that egg?

Top Left: Lottie Retro Flutter Apron Dress

Top Right: Egg Gourds Grow in a Gourd Garden

Bottom Left:  Basket of Tulips

Bottom Right: The White Rabbit ( Of wonderland fame)

 

I have had a fun week of composing some extraordinary posts on some great artists in the blogosphere and the big wide world this week, including Leigh Viner, and incredibly talent artist, shopping for Blue items, and enjoying some inflight entertainment.

I always enjoy stumbling across such great talent and to my amazement art is always fresh, new and exiting.

Spare a thought this easter for the hundreds of thousands of military men and women who serve for our countries in overseas wars, and for thier families who miss them so very dearly during the holiday seasons especially. May they all keep safe and well, and know that their work and dedication in keeping our families and country safe does not fall on sullen ears, nor in vain. So, a big big Thank you to all who serve.

Next week, I have a feature seller who has some of the most gorgeous practical items we can all use, and above all has a great work ethic in her crafting and art business. Stay tuned for that.

On that note, I will be off to do some more bookbinding this morning, before heading off to work the holiday weekend, stay safe, eat loads of chocolate, and warden off the calories come next monday morning!

Happy Easter all,

Sam