This place help us grow both softer and stronger, says Nepo. Holding these opposing concepts in my two hands, I see the truth of it. As in the painting, strength and softness can (and must) co-exist for us to be ourselves in the world. Lifting the mask, unfiltered, knowing we are strong enough to be soft, and soft enough to feel the joy in everything.
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10/14/2019 11:07:11 am
Jen, those little places where the light shines through in turquoise teases! those snail-on-wet-sand trails of drips! those freckled lips! the piercing poetry in your prose!
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jen
10/14/2019 11:39:56 am
Dotty! Thank you...I hesitated to post this one. She is strong and unsettling at first glance. But the emotion! Another art trust fall. :)
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Carl Stoveland
10/14/2019 11:38:37 am
Oh my goodness!! The colors, the drips that face and the plague mask lifted as if the last defense has been removed. I love this painting!
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jen
10/14/2019 12:18:48 pm
Carl! Thank you! You so "get" this....last defense removed. I so appreciate your feedback!!!
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Karl
10/14/2019 12:15:48 pm
Haunting. Thought provoking.
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Jen
10/14/2019 12:22:25 pm
Karl! It is so lovely to hear from you. Thank you so much for your comments...and for being both curious and cautious....this one is for the bold-hearted contemplators. That's you!!! xo
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Susan McClellan
10/14/2019 04:55:57 pm
Oh what a powerful piece...do love all the textures and the strength that emanates from it...it is one that you want to touch the softness of!
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jen
10/14/2019 04:59:40 pm
Susan! How lovely to "see" you! Thank you so much for your comments. :) The textures require patience (not my superpower) but I am learning...
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10/17/2019 02:44:29 am
These past weeks have been difficult for me. She has compassionate eyes telling me that I will have the strength to make the right decisions. Thanks!
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jen
10/17/2019 11:01:49 am
oh Carol....sending you much love and big hugs! Strength and clarity are yours, dear friend! And thank you.
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