111 Day Artistic Spirit Pledge: Spiritual Growth Through Creative Expression
Day 13: An Autumn Dance in the Leaves
Surrounded by fall remnants
and aided by a chilled breeze,
Two toddlers play in Autumn’s leaves
Their laughter lightens my load
Their smiles brighten my day
Their imaginative spirits inspire mine
And remind me we’re all intertwined
I do my part with a rake and a smile
Standing aside as they jump
I watch their joyful interaction, fatigue waning
Inspired by an image that’s as stunning as a painting.
**I am an Artistic Spirit! For most of my life I’ve used the creative arts as a source of spiritual exploration and healing, even though I didn’t always do so consciously. Sometimes I was the instrument creating the art and other times I was on the receiving end. The connection between art and spirituality is so significant in my life that it’s infused into everything I do. I love music, theatre, television drama series (daytime and primetime), and creative writing and find fulfillment in artistic expression of various sorts: singing, acting, and jewelry design. Throughout the next 99 days, I’ll delve into how all of the above strengthens my spirit and has saved my life on more than one occasion.**
Kelly Deeny 