deeply involved
deeply in love
deeply she whispers
and listens beyond the
edge of her ears.

deeply intent
deeply desired
deeply she aims
hell-bent beyond
intention into action.
CKS

It is hard being sick. It sucks, let’s just state the obvious. and as I have already written my physical world is small once again. I am determined to make the most of it.

Action creates purpose. I am more than my illness. and I want to live as full as I can while accepting where I am and take care of my body, mind, and soul.

The other thing is it is expensive having a severe and chronic illness. I have always sabotaged myself over and over. for half my life it was ground into my being that I am nothing and not a capable person of doing anything. As a result I get so far and then it falls a part as I get scared. What bad will happen if I am success. I am choosing to let go of this voice. Sending it off into the nether to heal and be comforted.

The current show my work is in, The Art of Healing, at dk Gallery in Marietta, GA. has really inspired me. It has perked me up a bit. Art is always healing for me. Always has been.

As I sit here in bed, resting, I am looking at the bigger picture of ideas and what I want to share. and how I want to share it.

Currently I am on Instagram, TikTok, Cara, Facebook, my blog, and YouTube. Cara, I don’t know it will stay. There just doesn’t seem to be much engagement there but I will keep it for now, it is images only and micropoetry. Facebook honestly is mainly sharing from the other platforms and my blog. TikTok and Instagram are shortform and YouTube is longer form. Each have their pros and cons. It will be interesting what stays and what goes.

Listening Beyond the Edge of My Ears. The blue sky raining down her face. senses wide open. leaning forward into the the universal healing energy and into the voices of her community. She loves you and she has your back. Her mouth open and ready to voice her truths when/if need be. Until then, she leans in to listen to the messages on the wind. She teaches me to never give up, to never watch life go by. It is a way to become bitter and frustrated. She teaches to start where I am. take life slow. She is in no hurry. She finds this life journey curious and amazing.

I hope you enjoy this painting. I would really appreciate it if you give this a like and share it forward. It helps me reach new people. thank you in advanced for your support. If you really enjoyed this post, I am beginning to regularly put the “tip jar” button. It is my PayPal Me. Any contribution helps me run this site. Again you are not obligated in any way. Just enjoying my work is awesome and I thank you.

What are some things you would like me to share or would like to see?

paint much love always,
Connie Karleta Sales
a.k.a. This Crooked Little Flower