The Universe is being very kind to me. Cute and playful, I might even say. For the past few days I’ve received little gifts. They made me smile, and continue to make me feel grateful. They remind me, “You’re doing well, my dear. You’re doing very well.”… The Universe agrees, leaving extra rewards for staying and feeling with my heart. It’s like my very own motivational sticker chart! It’s clear, breathing in patience and letting go of the unknown, releases a type of softness to cushion life. It allows you to breathe in and out again, again, and again… As all these beautiful happenings begin to find their way towards you.
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“Honey, you got a package!” My husband calls out.
“Really? I didn’t order anything.”
But there it was. I saw my friend’s name and I just knew what was inside. So special and wonderful! She makes beautiful mala. I wanted one ever since she explained the healing energies of the beads she wore so proudly… I was filled to the top with pure love when I saw my own unique mala nestled gently in a white cotton baggy. The stones were all perfect; including lapis lazuli (September, truth, higher mind), blue aventurine (third eye chakra, higher spiritual guidance), and orange Burma jasper (the sun, creativity). A sweet note was attached, and I simply melted into that higher place of gratitude. Ahhh… I am so deeply touched still.
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We were getting seated to enjoy dinner at my favorite restaurant. It’s the place where I’ve held my first gallery. A number of my paintings still decorate the walls with the intent to sell. It’s quite amazing. I sold most of my paintings. Probably over thirty by now. I’m still in awe by it all… If someone told me four years ago, that my art will hang at various locations, and will be enjoyed by so many, I would have walked away with one thought, “You’re crazy!” But inspiration called, a few main pieces fell into place by no coincidence, of course. And the rest is history. I painted whenever I could; however, lately the desire to do so is somewhere adrift… Am I loosing it? Can it be lost? Has it ever belonged to me? …
So, while getting settled at our table, the owner of the restaurant tapped me on the shoulder…
“Here you go, Ewa. One of your painting sold. Someone left the money and took the painting.” She stated.
“What? Really? That’s great. Do you know which one?” I asked.
“No.” she said, “But maybe the label is inside the envelope.”
I took a closer look, and there it was. “The Guardian” sold for full price.
“Wait! “The Guardian?” I questioned. “I sold that painting to someone already!”
“I guess you’ll have to paint another one, just like it.” The owner smiled and walked away.
I was not at all in the mood to paint. I tried few weeks ago, but it was a pathetic attempt and I left it unfinished. But now, I have no choice, I have to create another painting for this woman who is very excited to hang it in her office… What to do?… Oh!! I began to laugh quietly to myself. I get it! The Universe is cute, very cute. This is the way to get me to paint. This is the way to push me to try and create. Yeah! This will do. I can never break a word. The woman wants the guardian angel. I will give her the angel. I will paint…
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And then the cherry on top… Original piano compositions created by a close friend. The unexpected message was the nicest way to end a lovely weekend. The songs echoed a beautiful soul and saddened heart. I’m grateful my friend found comfort in sharing it with me.
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The Universe plays on… to the rhythm of our own creations… Life. And it keeps on giving equally to what we truly desire…