Tag Archives: philosophy

The Gift

Josephine is part ingenue and part old soul. Her positive spirit and generous soul inspire me to be a happier and more centered person. I hope she inspires you, too! Continue reading

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Empire Building Kit – Week 32 Review

Trying to build your business? This list may just sum up the most important things to help keep your expectations in perspective. Continue reading

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Josephine Contemplates Her Reflection

Josephine is part ingenue, part old soul. Her wisdom and ever-positive outlook inspire me. I hope they inspire you, too! Continue reading

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My Favorite Things – New Beginnings and Old Friends

Sometimes it takes a change of scenery to appreciate what you have. New beginnings can be a way to honor and treasure old friends as well. Continue reading

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Some of My Favorite Things – Pretending to Be a Camel When Faced with Seemingly Insurmountable Problems

A picture is worth a thousand words. In this case, it is worth a large dose of perspective on how we perceive things and how we can apply that insight to coping with our own perceived problems. Continue reading

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A Design a Day – Day 312 (Living in the Moment – Design by Design)

A reflection on the many well-focused moments that have come from being absorbed in attempting to create a work of beauty each day. Continue reading

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A Design a Day – Day 284 (On Winning and Finding Happiness)

A hoop earring sketch by award-winning jewelry designer Joana Miranda together with three inspirational quotes on winning and finding happiness Continue reading

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A Design a Day – Day 282 (Finding Center)

Line drawing of “Jeweled Lady #5″ by Joana Miranda and a link to a lovely book on the Buddhist Way to Happiness Continue reading

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A Design a Day – Day 270 (Rendering Gemstones with Watercolor: Nothing is Lovelier)

A watercolor rendering of an emerald and diamond pendant by award-winning jewelry designer Joana Miranda along with some quotes on watercolor by well-known artists Continue reading

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A Design a Day – Day 265 (Recognizing Milestones)

Musing on 265 days of posting a design a day, the benefits, challenges and a pendant drawing in honor of a very important person in my life Continue reading

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