“If the only prayer you say in your life is thank you, that would suffice.” — Meister Eckhart
Another year has come full circle! 'Tis the season for giving and nothing warms the heart more than the receptive state of being appreciative for the miracle of our lives and the wonder of our blessings. Everything that I have, including my life-breath, is a gift from the universe given by angels in myriad forms and the eternally benevolent aspects of the mystery of Spirit...
and it is in this spirit that Peacebird Studio presents this year's holiday giveaway!
Anyone who wishes to participate may do so by:
(close your eyes, take a few deep breaths and reflect upon your experiences of joy this past year and then...)
*** in the comments below, share at least 10 "things" that you are personally grateful for at this moment on your path in your life journey...
*** and for extra good measure, please share a little about why you are grateful for these "things!"
*** please be sure to include your email address, so that you can be reached if selected!
“Whenever we are appreciative, we are filled with a sense of well-being and swept up by the feeling of joy.” — M.J. Ryan
This is intended to be a FUN exercise in stretching our appreciation muscles :)
I would love it if you feel inspired to share this giveaway with your friends, family, the world via facebook, twitter, your own website or blog, but it is not required to participate.
I would also love it if you 'Like' us on facebook, follow us on twitter, and support us by sharing our Etsy and ArtFire shop, but it is not required to participate.
I would really, really love it if you would visit my best friend, my husband's new Etsy shop and his website and facebook page to show his art some love, but it is not required to participate.
From our home studio, thank you for supporting independent artists, designers and crafters this holiday season and all year long!
The gift recipients will be selected and announced here and on the Peacebird Studio facebook page this Saturday, December 17th. The gifts will be mailed out Monday, December 19th!
Another year has come full circle! 'Tis the season for giving and nothing warms the heart more than the receptive state of being appreciative for the miracle of our lives and the wonder of our blessings. Everything that I have, including my life-breath, is a gift from the universe given by angels in myriad forms and the eternally benevolent aspects of the mystery of Spirit...
and it is in this spirit that Peacebird Studio presents this year's holiday giveaway!
Anyone who wishes to participate may do so by:
(close your eyes, take a few deep breaths and reflect upon your experiences of joy this past year and then...)
*** in the comments below, share at least 10 "things" that you are personally grateful for at this moment on your path in your life journey...
*** and for extra good measure, please share a little about why you are grateful for these "things!"
*** please be sure to include your email address, so that you can be reached if selected!
“Whenever we are appreciative, we are filled with a sense of well-being and swept up by the feeling of joy.” — M.J. Ryan
This is intended to be a FUN exercise in stretching our appreciation muscles :)
I would love it if you feel inspired to share this giveaway with your friends, family, the world via facebook, twitter, your own website or blog, but it is not required to participate.
I would also love it if you 'Like' us on facebook, follow us on twitter, and support us by sharing our Etsy and ArtFire shop, but it is not required to participate.
I would really, really love it if you would visit my best friend, my husband's new Etsy shop and his website and facebook page to show his art some love, but it is not required to participate.
From our home studio, thank you for supporting independent artists, designers and crafters this holiday season and all year long!
The gift recipients will be selected and announced here and on the Peacebird Studio facebook page this Saturday, December 17th. The gifts will be mailed out Monday, December 19th!
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| One of the gift prizes Sterling and Fine Silver Coil Hoopie Earrings |
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| And for fun, the other gift prize will be a complete surprise! |
“There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.” — Albert Einstein
“Both abundance and lack exist simultaneously in our lives, as parallel realities. It is always our conscious choice which secret garden we will tend… when we choose not to focus on what is missing from our lives but are grateful for the abundance that’s present — love, health, family, friends, work, the joys of nature and personal pursuits that bring us pleasure — the wasteland of illusion falls away and we experience Heaven on earth.” –Sarah Ban Breathnach
-I am grateful for my dog first and foremost. He is my best friend, and I've come very close to losing him multiple times which has only strengthened our bond.
ReplyDelete-I am grateful that (between my dog and I) I have experienced unconditional love, and I can truly say that I know what that means now.
-I am grateful that I have become the person that I know so well, and was afraid to share with others before this year.
-I am grateful for an able body which allows me to help others when they are in need.
-I am grateful to have a loving family that supports my endeavors, even if they don't agree with them.
-I am grateful for my skill set. I am a skilled craftsmen, and Love working on bicycles / expressing myself with my hands.
-I am grateful that because I have honed a craft, that I can use that craft to positively influence this world. I have seen the results of my efforts, and am very proud of myself.
-I am grateful for the people that surround me everyday... they help me to shape who I am, and teach me valuable lessons about life.
-I am ever so grateful for my mental disposition. I take things as they come, and I'm learning to live in the "now" instead of the past. I'm always looking for new ways to evolve.
-and finally, I am grateful for San Francisco, CA. I have lived in this location for a year and a half now, and have transformed from a boy to a man. This city has taught me so much about myself that I can't even begin to describe my love for the place.
Thank you for inspiring this time of reflection, Peacebird, as I feel great after writing this.
Peace love 'n light :)
SCC
mtbsean@gmail.com
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Beautiful, Sean! Thank you! It feels great to share this with you! The better we feel, the better it gets ;)
ReplyDelete1~Purple hair! I love having purple hair!
ReplyDelete2~The handy dandy internet, as it has helped me feel connected to people who inspire and love me.
3~This messy house....
4~I am grateful for my hands. What would i do without my hands ?
5~I am grateful that I have learned to be so grateful...it goes a very very long way every single day!
6~I am grateful that my big kid is with people that love him this holiday season since we are so far apart, it's hard when your babies grow up.
7~I am grateful for this addled crafty brain......the oven is on...want to go roll out dough ornaments :)
8~My FIL, who I really can't stand and who lives with us....still grateful....
9~my nagging mate who hates it when I get on the computer....and my most amazing wonderful daughter who takes after her father in so many ways! I will stick baby brother in here..I miss him, I will be grateful if he sees big kid over the holiday!
10~I am grateful for the opportunity/electricity/internet access to enter this giveaway!
Thanks so much for this chance, and for the exercise ;) Peace, Val
purple hair is fantastic! Once upon a time, I had a streak :)
ReplyDeleteand loved ones who spur us on...
and this magical internets ;) thank you, Val!
ah this is a good one! ten things i am grateful for..
ReplyDelete1. for having two healthy and loving parents. they continue to inspire and teach me new things everyday.
2. for all the music that has been and will be created. because music is not judgmental or exclusive. anyone can listen to and enjoy music. it is medicine for the soul no matter who you are and what problems you may face.
3. for a world full of color! without colors this world would be quite dull. all of the beautiful different colors are inspiring and exciting :)
4. for friends who have stuck with me through thick and thin. i have amazing friends and without them i would feel somewhat empty.
5. for a healthy body that does not limit or hinder me. i am able to conquer any physical feat i wish
6. for kind and caring souls. there is nothing more hopeful and warming than a true act of kindness. these people keep humanity positive and optimistic.
7. that being said, having the ability to feel love and being capable of this emotion. it is one of the most powerful emotions and comes in many forms. it is the drive behind those beautiful unselfish acts we all seek out.
8. for living in a world, that (although this may not be the case in the future) is full of beautiful plants and animals. I am grateful that I have made certain lifestyle choices help preserve the earths creatures and I believe it's important to share space with every one of them.
9. for having the opportunity to travel to 41 different states and 8 different countries. This experience has broadened my outlook on humanity and the amazing capabilities of the earth, and I think it is essential for people to travel.
10. for being able to provide a roof over my head, food and clean water. I often forget how fortunate I am for this but the reality of the situation is that many people on this earth do not have these things.
And there you have it. What a breath of fresh air! Thank you for the opportunity & much love.
Kathryn (kac6189@gmail.com)
your soul is as deep and beautiful as the ocean, Kathryn! Thank you!
ReplyDelete1. I am grateful for my daughters. They have added a dimension to my life that is beyond any expectation. They have also forced me to study myself, my habits and my beliefs, a process which ultimately has offered clarity and direction.
ReplyDelete2.Grateful beyond words for my husband, who beyond being a wonderful husband, provider and father, knows what to say to make me laugh when life’s anxieties wash over me.
3. Grateful to the stars for our extended family, who orbit our lives and enrich our spirits.
4.I’m grateful to the universe, that it really does provide everything we need and much of what we want. What a charmed existence!
5.How can I express the gratitude for living in freedom?
6.I’m really grateful for the pleasure I find in yoga, cooking and reading. Each offers great comfort and challenge.
7.I’m grateful for the great calm I feel when I’m outside in the sunshine – in our own backyard, on the Bay, near the ocean.
8.I’m grateful for beautiful clothes, shoes, jewelry and adornments.
9.My travel adventures have been so fulfilling and have helped me to understand the world beyond my zip code. I’m grateful to have had the chance to explore.
10.I’m grateful for my body and skill set. They are my own and have served me so well.
Today is my birthday. There is so much to be grateful for, and this was a nice way to consider 41 years of existence. Thanks for the well-timed introspection!
Jen
(josullivan6@verizon.net)
Happy Birthday, Jen!!! You are a blessing!
ReplyDeletelove this idea amy!
ReplyDelete1. i am thankful for the pouring down rain in december, nourishing the tall oak trees that shade my home.
2. i am thankful for 3 unique and crazy dogs that enrich my life with unconditional love
3. i am thankful for my partner and husband, who keeps me on my toes and makes me laugh
4. i am thankful for coffee helping me to greet the day with a smile and vigor.
5. i am thankful for my sewing skills that have developed over many years, which will someday be my sole means of support.
6. i am thankful for technology allowing me to connect with friends and family far away
7. i am thankful to live in a country with many freedoms that the whole world has yet to receive.
8. i am thankful for my camera that enables me to share my work with the world.
9. i am thankful for my mother, who always has time to listen and give advice.
10. i am thankful for my 30+ houseplants that create the sanctity of my environment and filter the air i breathe everyday.
thanks for the reflection & offer amy!!
jenbair@optonline.net
ReplyDeleteBest give-away ever. Thanks for sharing.
1. Even though it was not part of my life plan, I am grateful I had the past year to be home with my kids
2. I am grateful for the health I have now and that my issues I had last year at this time have resolved and improved!
3. I am thankful for YOGA which helped me more than I'll ever know
4. My new found/renewed interest in fitness and clean eating which helped me heal myself
5. I am thankful for the new job I have now
6. Friends and family both online and IRL who I see everyday and those who I don't see often enough but talk to online everyday
7. My husband who never lost faith in me even when I lost faith in myself this past year
8. My kids who were my reason to keep going
9. all the New babies born in 2011 to my siblings, family, and friends
10. and lastly for FACEBOOK because I would not have found about this any other way.
-Jennifer
1~I am grateful for my husband and my best friend Roth. If it were not for him, I don't know where I would be.
ReplyDelete2~I am grateful for the blessings that the Universe shares with me.
3~I am grateful for my furbabies. Especially our newest little man, who makes me laugh on a daily basis and warms my heart.
4~I am very grateful for all of the people I have met via this big ole internet! I have made some amazing friends and been inspired by so many.
5~I am grateful for my family and friends.
6~I am grateful that the Universe has blessed me with my fathers creativity!
7~I am grateful that I have a roof over my head.
8~I am grateful that the Universe brought me and my friend back together after 16 years of not speaking.
9~I am grateful for all the beauty this Earth provides us with.
10~I am grateful for all the little things and living in the NOW.
Much Love & Light
Jennifer
Congratulations, Sean & Jen! emails have been sent!
ReplyDeleteand Thank *You* to all who shared in this exercise! I very much enjoyed this opening, as I hope you did as you paused in those moments to reflect, which is the highest gift to one's Self and us All. May you always find yourself wherever you look and know that you are truly only Love and Loved always now and Ever!
Thank you, Amy, for your inspirations and creations. You are a beautiful spirit!
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