Tiny Bundles of Thanks
I was at an art exhibit on Friday and had the opportunity to experience a work of art by Rhett Lynch that incorporated 175 tiny bundles made from red fabric tied with a tiny piece of string and meticulously attached to a painting, in neat rows. I was taken by my curiosity wondering what was hidden inside the bundles. A fellow onlooker informed us that these bundles were prayer ties which offer prayers of gratefulness and peace. Instantly I knew that the real contents were not the physical objects but the intentions they kept and symbolized.
What a beautiful thing to experience and learn from. Lately I have been thinking of ways that I could offer gifts at the upcoming 1000gratitudes party. This work of art is taking that contemplation to a new level. In what ways can I concentrate on creating a gift that is imbued with the intention of gratitude?
Think of all the ways that your attention is on a material object instead of the values, intentions and beliefs that are alive within and all around you.
Take to the internet on Wednesday, February 11th armed with your personal gratitude and the #1000gratitudes hashtag and you can join us as we collectively post 1000 gratitudes. This year’s event will not only take place online but will also include a gratitude party from 4-9pm in Albuquerque.
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[su_quote cite=”Ilchi Lee”]The most earnest prayer that I know is to ask for the life energy of the universe to come down into my body and let my mind become full and overflowing with peace and gratitude.[/su_quote]
This Week’s Gratitude Question
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My Gratitude Experience Last Week
One day last week I was grateful that my girlfriend was no longer in pain and it made me contemplate my gratitude and how often it is focused on me and my own experiences and my own blessings. Reflecting on that right now I choose to expand my gratitude. I am grateful that my family is healthy and whole. I am grateful for all the people I see driving around have cars and are able to get to where they need to go. I am grateful for all the people at the grocery store that they are able to feed themselves and their families.
Forgotten Gratitude
Last week I was also grateful for magic in a completely unexpected place, and all because I accessed it … The return of my gift of ease of sleep … Cutest doggy cuddles.
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Art by Rhett Lynch | Image by Antonia Montoya
The Gratitude I Shared Last Week
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| Sun | 2/1/2015 | I’m grateful for 4wd which removed that anxious feeling I usually get with a slip slide or wheel spin … I’m grateful for being accepted even as I read instead of watching the game at the party … I’m grateful for clean sheets and clean teeth … Sexy eye contact. |
| Sat | 1/31/2015 | I’m grateful for getting rid of even more clothes that I have held on to for way too long … I’m grateful for someone looking out for me and saving my favorite scarf that I must have dropped in the parking lot … I’m grateful for a really nice earl grey and cherry berry crumb pie. |
| Fri | 1/30/2015 | I’m grateful for beautiful murals, each creating a different feel and emotion, by local young native artists … I’m grateful for pants that fit and flatter and this little bit of self-acceptance that helps me love my body unconditionally … I’m grateful for that movie finally ending so I could take off my glasses and go to sleep. |
| Thu | 1/29/2015 | What a wonderful thankful day. A deep conversation about physics, the cosmos, and perception that was energizing and made my brain smile … The generous time of a curandera, learning, sharing, walking into my future open to possibilities … Emilio’s excitement to see me, his energy and twang … I’m so very grateful that my lady is not in pain. |
| Wed | 1/28/2015 | I stopped in my tracks when walking earlier to fully take in the smell of baking bread, I’m grateful for experiences that bring me fully to the present … I’m grateful for intriguing layered deep art and lightness in ego … I’m grateful for getting out of the fucking store earlier, gah I was so done with being in there and ready to be home … Speaking of, I’m grateful to be laying down on the couch right now. |
| Tue | 1/27/2015 | I’m grateful for ice and ibuprofen … A nice conversation about meditation with my uncle, focus on the bell inspiration … Insight and truth that comes to me as I say it, today and often … The softest bra, like a cuddly hug. |
| Mon | 1/26/2015 | I’m grateful for reconnecting with my friend for a long walk and deep talk … A hawk calling this morning and flying right overhead … Resting my irritated, sensitive and sleepy eyes. |
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