Monthly Archives: July 2012

I Will Act

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Francesca De Grandis

I will take tiny action during crisis, to avoid self-pity. Am overwhelmed bc, as a crip, I cannot manage the massive number of survival things that must be done in a very small number of days. There is no choice … Continue reading →

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Calligraphing Phaedra

Posted on July 21, 2012 by Francesca De Grandis

Phaedra confessed that she has to buy anything with her name on it. I asked, “Does that mean, if I paint your name, you have to buy it?” She said, “Yes!” So we discussed her budget, which she decided was … Continue reading →

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Nature’s Wildness Is a Mandala

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Francesca De Grandis

Hi, Andy, This wall-hanging is a thank you for doing my taxes. And for your patience with my confusion about navigating tax season.   I call the piece “Nature’s Wildness Is a Mandala.” I am happy with how it turned out. … Continue reading →

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Artful Moments of Self-Care

Posted on July 15, 2012 by Francesca De Grandis

Artful Moments of Self-Care I teach a class called “The Spirituality of Art and the Art of Spirituality.” The most recent group just wrapped up. At its beginning, we each chose an art project that we could finish within the … Continue reading →

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