Take a moment to think about your current path in life...
There are old, well-trodden paths and there are new, freshly made ones. You must not think that the only paths are the old, comfortable ones. Even though they might be difficult and unfamiliar to travel, the new paths must also be taken, and this requires courage and effort.
The old paths exist as are, but the fresh and those yet to be created are endless in their possibilities. It is well if you discover a new path or even make one for yourself.~ Teshigahara Sofu, The Book of Flowers
These beautiful pink peonies are from the garden that I inherited when we moved into our new house! So precious and so fragrant, these flowers were mindfully arranged by me in the Sogetsu Ikebana style. It's amazing that with Ikebana and the art of floral arranging, I'm able to calm myself and be more mindful. In my work with sustainable textiles like organic cotton and bamboo fiber, nothing will ever match the organic experience of working with the color & form of live plant materials. If you're interested in this experience there are many Ikebana teachers in Seattle and all over the world. I am blessed to be a student in my practice with Charles from Hana Design in Ballard.
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