“When the wind blows, the grass bends.” - Confucius

Although there are other interpretations to this quote, for me it represents being flexible in situations that you can’t control. We’ve had unusually strong winds and continuous rain for weeks. I can’t control this. I’m also currently still in small temporary space. As much physically and practically speaking, I’ve had to receive the refinement of emotional flexibility; bending as grass does on a windy day, whilst still being rooted in what feeds me.

I’d become especially attached to this work where I’d even hung it up in our temporary home space. So much personal meaning in it for me, including the beauty in even-humble-homes. I thought twice about sending it off on exhibit.

My sister-in-law Cheryl travelled with me to deliver the consignment of works to the gallery and as well loved this work; making it all the harder to let go of. But. Even in that. The gift of her enjoying and appreciating the work meant, means, a great deal to me.

The Gallery manager shared that the buyer was “delighted and excited” and so …. well …. so will I be. So am I.

The growth and refinement, mostly of continuous ‘letting-go’ is ongoing.

Thank you The Gallery, at The Studios, Ballito Lifestyle Center for the sale of this work.