UNLEASH YOUR CREATIVE SIDE!

Because I could NOT sleep last night for love nor money....I composed this post in my head and am now translating it into the written word so you all can read it! : ) Every one of us, and I DO mean every ONE of us, has a creative bent. Even if you deny it, you would be wrong. Now, I think most people consider creativity as having to be something artistic like painting, sculpting, writing, singing, dancing and acting. Or, maybe they think you have to be "crafty". While these are all elements of creativity, it is far from all of them. I truly believe that creativity can be expressed in countless and imaginative ways. If you are someone who loves to cook and takes great pains in finding just the right ingredients. Maybe you never, EVER go completely by the recipe! You are expressing a creative side of yourself! Gardening can be a relaxing outlet of creativity. The way you group plants and flowers together, the way you prune the shrubs; all of these take your perspective and creativity. Scrapbook truly shows off a person's creativity. Looking at someone's scrapbook of their child, a trip, wedding, etc., is always unique and touching. Photography is definitely creative. The picture above of my oldest grandson Gus, is an example of his Mom exercising her creative side with her camera! Sewing, quilting, knitting, crocheting, dressmaking, upholstering even altering clothes, definitely qualifies. Refinishing furniture, woodworking, decorating a house or office also belongs on the list. There are people who can tell or read a story like no one's business. Guess what? That is a creative outlet. Some people are truly imaginative and gifted teachers who can make history or math or religion come alive. I could go on and on but I hope you get the point. By unleashing your creative side you allow yourself to find things out about yourself that are good, interesting and fun. It brings you a confidence that does not come from anything else. Do not worry about your early efforts or if you do not like something you try. Just keep going! So go ahead, go on....stop being so busy and do something totally frivolous and creative. You will be so glad you found something that is yours and yours alone. No matter what it is, everything you create will be unique. Even if it is copied it can never be the "original". Happy creating!!!

With love and encouragement,
Nanabanana