Life will be

I received this postcard in the mail today from Creativity Explored, a non-profit art studio and gallery in San Fransisco for adults with developmental disabilities. Michael Bernard Loggins (quoted on card) is one of their artists and I love his message. It acknowledges one important tenet of a 'being' mindset - See the Big Picture.

Step way back, increase the angle of your lens on life as much as possible and take comfort in the knowledge that life is, and always will be, moving forward in its perfect cycle of disruption and restoration. The storm always passes, always. And yet, as the great quote says "Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass, it's about learning to dance in the rain." Despite what might be occurring right in front of you, see if you can enjoy the ride on life's ups and downs. As they say in the hospital, when it becomes a flat line it means you're dead. Choose a broader view and release your grip, even just slightly, to feel life move you on its natural current towards relief which leads to hope which leads to peace which leads to joy.

about Creativity Explored:

Some of our artists just turned twenty years old, while others are in their eighties. Some have lived lives of previous isolation or institutionalization, while others have lived their entire lives with their families in a supportive environment. Many of our studio artists speak different languages, or do not speak, and are unable to communicate with each other using spoken language. At Creativity Explored, visual art is language everyone can use to share culture, experience, and feelings.

At Creativity Explored, uncensored self-expression is both encouraged and celebrated. The result is art that is fresh, exciting, and innovative. Our common thread is the basic need to express self

Mission:

Creativity Explored enables adults with developmental disabilities to express themselves artistically in a way that is personally rewarding and appreciated by others. We work to enrich the community by increasing awareness of the value and diversity of artistic expression.

One way to support the mission of Creativity Explored is to purchase original works from their online store. If you appreciate abstract, folk and /or "outsider" art you will enjoy the very reasonably priced selection. I have a thing for art that incorporates words, so have become a fan of John Patrick McKenzie and own one of his pieces that looks a lot like this one: