Sometimes, I feel like the chains that bind me are comfortable, like a well loved bracelet or necklace.
Sometimes I just want to break out. I would love to just break them. To be done with them.
But they are familiar. Safe.
And while I would be better off with out the constraints, it is hard to jump out there with out them.
So I obviously had some things I wanted to deal with, and I made this journal page.
I am always surprised how much these pages help.
They settle me, they help me process + they are just so much fun, so playful + sometimes I actually sort some of my shit out!
Are the chains that bind you like a well love piece of jewellery or are they a bit tight lately? It may be worth checking in with in yourself.
Even though I didn't really resolve anything, it really helped identifying why I was feeling so restricted!
Thanks for all your advice last week about my potential roller derby chickie - I am looking for the perfect skates now!
Have a great weekend.
An intriguing post. Your journal page is lovely and I love that at can help us express the things inside. The only chains that bond me at the moment are the financial constraints that not being a millionaire impose! Oh the things I could do if money were no object!
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ReplyDeleteI simply have to love this piece as I am feeling restricted al lot lately. Thank you so much for sharing! Happy PPF - Irma
ReplyDeletelove the sentiment and those huge cartoon like eyes
ReplyDeleteWonderful post and painting! Creating art is such a great escape from the real world - when we need it :)
ReplyDeleteShe's beautiful with such a great sentiment too. Love these colors!
ReplyDeleteShe's beautiful! I think just taking the time to sit down and write about our thoughts is very helpful. I love writing it all down, then covering it up, like you did here in this gorgeous page.
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Totally relate to your feelings! Doing are art keeps us sane and fuels these feelings all at the same time I think.
ReplyDeleteReally like all your art! Happy PPF!
such a beautiful painting. Art is always a good way to bring out your feelings and thoughts even though it doesn't always solve things. Happy PPF!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and touching, I can relate so well! :)
ReplyDeleteOh so pretty. Happy PPF. Kim
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ReplyDeleteJolie peinture. Vos visages sont très expressifs.
ReplyDeleteShe is so vulnerable with those big blue eyes! Looking for answers you always capture the emotion! Good for you! On the back of each painting you could name the emotion you see...then when you write your book you can refer back to your girls. I think I can speak for most women that at one point or another in their life the chains tighten and they want to break free from them.... if you ever do you soon realize there are restrictions in every avenue in life.... how you work around them is the secret! See if you can loosen a link by dropping a few things or setting a few more boundaries! All the best....I'm on your side!
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I agree that she is very vulnerable looking - a bit fearful about that first step outside the comfort zone. We all have chains and wounds and struggle to heal and free ourselves. Art is a super way to express some of that. I like the whole page and the words you wrote.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful journal page. Looks like the girl is looking straight to one's soul. She is adorable.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely, textural piece, Kirstin. I love the painterly quality, especially in the background. Have a great week, my friend. xo, janice
ReplyDeleteWe sing this song in church. . .Quite beautiful as is your painting. Blessings, Janet PPF
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