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becoming something new, broken pieces, fallen flowers, perfectly imperfect, tiles and grouts, whimsical and happy
“If we demand perfection from ourselves we are not living in the real world…The inherent problem in the relationship between the ideal & the real is that the ideal judges the real as unacceptable and brings down condemnation and wrath on the real. This sets up an adversarial relationship between the two and like all adversaries, they move further and further apart.” ― Changes That Heal: The Four Shifts That Make Everything Better…And That Anyone Can Do
I just finished this piece and it makes me so happy to look at it.
The idea started with some flowers I found at the studio from some other project. I used a store-bought ready to hang frame.
I cut an old blue mug in half for the vase. I am choosing to leave it as, with the nicks in it. I added the flowers, then the white tiles for the background. Then different green glasses and mirrors for the additional leaves.
I was going to use green grout, but it didn’t feel perfect. In the end, I put gray grout on top of the green. It is hard to tell in the pictures but there are hints of green in the final product and it gives the idea of old and used. Exactly what I wanted.
I chose to leave the frame in the natural wood, instead of painting it white or some other color.
“Take these broken wings and learn to fly.” ― Blackbird Singing: Poems and Lyrics, 1965-1999
“Doctoring her seemed to her as absurd as putting together the pieces of a broken vase. Her heart was broken. Why would they try to cure her with pills and powders?”― Anna Karenina
“The storm is out there and every one of us must eventually face the storm. When the storm comes, pray that it will shake you to your roots and break you wide-open. Being broken open by the storm is your only hope. When you are broken open you get to discover for the first time what is inside you. Some people never get to see what is inside them; what beauty, what strength, what truth and love. They were never broken open by the storm. So, don’t run from your pain — run into your pain. Let life’s storm shatter you.” ― Simple Reminders: Inspiration for Living Your Best Life
Shreya Sharma said:
You got me hooked with the first line! And the DIY is really beautiful
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Shreya! Have a blessed weekend! ♥♥
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brilliantviewpoint said:
This is FABULOUS! So glad you can go back to the studio. What a CLEVER idea and I agree, I like the grey grout with a hint of green. I can already see your shop one day… You need to think of a name. 🙂
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A Star on the Forehead said:
HI Monica,
Thank you so much! You are the sweetest! Who knows… perhaps there is future for my mosaics and I! 😉
Wishing you a blessed weekend! ♥♥
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Donna Endacott said:
What a beautiful piece — both the visual and the literary crafts.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Hi Donna,
Thank you for the visit and compliments!
Wishing you a blessed weekend! ♥♥
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Donna Endacott said:
And to you as well.
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Cindy Georgakas said:
Oh I love it too Ana Star and the colors are exquisite!❣️
I love your quotes that so describe our intentions and yet not always realities.
Have a beautiful weeekned. 💖
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Cindy!
“our intentions and yet not always realities” – that was perfectly said
Thank you, and to you as well, as blessed and beautiful weekend! ♥♥
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Writing to Freedom said:
I love this mosaic Ana! And the quote about being broken open by life. It resonates as what happened to me for much of the last 10 years. I’ve softened, gained compassion, and found inner peace even though my life is not where I want it to be.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Hi Brad,
Thank you so much!
I guess, for us to grew it takes some trials and pain. The beauty of life is that every morning we get another chance to go after what we want.
I am so glad that you have been able to learn with the hardships of the last 10 years. The next 10 will be amazing.
Blessings to you! ♥♥
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Writing to Freedom said:
Thanks for the encouragement Ana. 🧡
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cattalespress said:
This blog post makes me so happy to read and look at the photos! 🤍
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A Star on the Forehead said:
I am so glad Stacy!!
Blessings to you! ♥♥
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Yernasia Quorelios said:
💜 “Perfect” as “Perfection” is in The Eye of The Beholder and This looks “Perfect” To Me and Many Others; as for The Destructive Critics, just Smile Sweetly and Say NOTHING!!! basically don’t take The Bait
…💛💚💙…
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Yernasia! You are so sweet!
Blessings to you ! ♥♥
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Yernasia Quorelios said:
💜 YOU!!! ARE Most Welcome SupaSoulSis; it’s a Pleasure to Share and Serve, Stay Strong and Serene
…💛💚💙…
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Aletta - nowathome said:
I really love the way you’re doing this mosaics! It is so clever! Love the natural frame around it too!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Hi Aletta,
Thank you so much!
Blessings! ♥♥
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Aletta - nowathome said:
💕
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tiffanyarpdaleo said:
So cool and beautiful!!!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Tiffany! Blessings! ♥♥
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The V Pub said:
Quite a talent you have! It’s beautiful.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Rob! ♥♥
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utesmile said:
Came out fantastic, I love it!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Ute! ♥♥
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DutchIl said:
Thank you for sharing!!… a wonderful work of art, perhaps you have found your calling, perhaps one day you can show others how it is done, be a teacher… all the best in your adventures… “Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass, it’s about learning to dance in the rain”. (Author Unknown)… 🙂
Until we meet again..
May the sun shine all day long
Everything go right, nothing go wrong
May those you love bring love back to you
And may all the wishes you wish come true
(Irish Saying)
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Larry! Mosaics makes me happy, so I definitely want to get more involved with it.
Blessings to you! ♥♥
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kegarland said:
Very nice!
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Kat said:
So beautiful
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you! Blessings! ♥♥
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Jasrameshen said:
It’s really fantastic and inspiring
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you! Blessings to you! ♥♥
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magickmermaid said:
Beautiful art!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you! Blessings! ♥♥
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Joanne A said:
These are so beautiful and creative. And the introductory paragraph is an amazing write-up. True and moving.😊💖
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Joanne! Blessings to you this weekend! ♥♥
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Joanne A said:
💗😊
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Nelson said:
Reblogged this on Nelsapy.
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Benjamin Grossman said:
WOW!!! Nice work!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Benjamin! Blessings! ♥♥
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Benjamin Grossman said:
Welcome!!! 🙂
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Rupali said:
Lovely!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Rupali! Blessings! ♥♥
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