The golden thread

What is connectedness? Does it go beyond the emotional, physical and intellectual convergence? What if connectedness extends to the invisible bond amongst us all, that flows like a stream of grace. Nourishing our soul in the depths of our existence. Playing the role, we have come to learn and experience, with joy, sadness and gratitude.Continue reading “The golden thread”

The flowering gum 

How they dance in the summer. Their subtle fragrance lingers in the air, calling out to nature and the lives it holds. Heavy branches of sweet nectar, blossoms bursting gloriously, as the sun penetrates the atmosphere. Existing freely. Becoming the blossoms that they were meant to be, one day at a time. Pencil on draftingContinue reading “The flowering gum “

Journey to love

A loving heart is the truest wisdom.      Charles Dickens (1812-1870 I named this piece “Journey to love”, in reflection of the rather captivating way the Hakea laurina takes to blossom. Bursting from a tight cocoon-like bud to a glorious pink floret. Yes, just like a butterfly emerging from its safe cocoon. Much likeContinue reading “Journey to love”

Keep the light

“Deep in their roots, all flowers keep the light”, Theodore Roethke Indeed. The understated beauty of the cascading Rock Lily orchid (Dendrobium speciosum) reminds me of the subtlety of our inner beauty. One that underpins the thoughts that we share and the gifts that we give. A smile. A soft gentle touch. Kind words to lift the heart. TheContinue reading “Keep the light”

The awakening 

Come spring in Sydney, these beautiful native orchids awaken and blossom gloriously in the sun. The heavy flower stems worship the ground ever so gently, acknowledging the nourishment of the earth and returning its gratitude with the vibrancy and light of the golden flowers. An intimate connection, that is shared by one and all. TheContinue reading “The awakening “