I didn't sleep last night, at least not right away. For hours I heard Beethoven playing in my mind, both his music and his madness. We watched the movie, Copying Beethoven and there were two scenes that kept playing over and over in my mind. Beethoven said, "Silence is the key. The silence between the notes. When that silences envelops you, then your soul can sing." The silence between the notes...There's been some buzz around blogland lately about disconnecting. A challenge to disconnect from our computers and re-connect with the other facets of our lives.
From Beethoven's era to this blog era... Be still and know that I am God.
It's been fun the last few days setting aside time to sew. I've missed it. (Well, yesterday was really a no-sew project. I borrowed it from Jennifer Paganelli's blog. You can get the pattern here.) Reconnecting with something I enjoy... Not virtually creative, but creative... Cutting fabric and pasting letters with my daughter... Watching her become creative.... Being Still...
I think I will have to watch this movie! Sounds very good. Yes getting back to "LIFE" has been good for me. Love the project!
ReplyDeleteLove Erin~
I will have to check out that movie!
ReplyDeleteI really know what you are saying about 'Being Still', I need to do more of that!
have a great day!
XO
~Christine
ps. visit my new blog.
http://www.mybellacolle.typepad.com
I cannot "Be Still" Sis - I am constantly on the go or I feel out of sorts. Being busy really helps me with the grief I still feel of losing my most precious friend - my grandmother. Life is certainely not the same without her strong support. Oh how she loved me, and somehow I feel as though I won't ever find another who loves me that much. God, perhaps? His love encounters our soul - and it floods our veins like a rushing river. Amen to that -
ReplyDeleteMy dear - I have something for you - will you email me and give me your address? I found 3 beautiful Christian Devotionals I want you to have. I picked them up at the local library sale and immediately knew I would be passing them along to you - My faithful, Christian friend!
Hugs Sis - xoxo Sher
Polly, Such a great reminder of finding balance. What a challenge. Thanks for sharing your creativity. xoRachel
ReplyDeleteHi Polly,
ReplyDeleteI hadn't heard of this one, is it a new release? I am with you on the balance.
Hugs,
Dena
Ok ..I'm going to put the movie on
ReplyDeletemy must watch list..
sounds GREAT..
I love the banner too!!
woohoo
doing things with our daughters
is AWESOME
deena
Be still and know that I am God,speaks volumes.....Smiles
ReplyDeletebalance...... got to have healthy balance in our lives.. God, blogging, family, etc etc etc... God help us to be still and LISTEN....
ReplyDeleteI've been being still lately...lot's to be heard....
ReplyDeletemissing you...let's chat
Lovely post! I have not seen that movie but would like to now. It is so good to be reminded about real easy to get sucked in here and forget about the dishes and the dog and the husband...hehe...I should really go get in bed with those guys...enough of blogland for tonight!
ReplyDeleteI need to add that movie to my rental list!!!
ReplyDeleteI love the fabric banner. That selection of fabric is just beautiful Thank you for sharing the link. I need another project ;-)
Your package if finally going to the PO today!
And lastly, I tagged you for a fun meme if you would like to participate.
Hugs,
Lallee
Polly,
ReplyDeleteI am going to check that movie out - looks wonderful, thank you for sharing.
Yes, silence is great!
xo~Tracie
I left something on my blog for you yesterday.
ReplyDeleteHope you have time to get it!!
smiles, Deena