"Life is a mirror and will reflect back to the thinker what he thinks into it." Ernest Holmes
Small Stones #13
Sometimes what we see through our lens is different
Sometimes we choose not to see what is there
Sometimes we re-invent what is being shown to us
Our view through the glass might vary...
But the facts remain the same...
Whatever you see is your perception of what is there...
The world is as we see it.
What do you see?
More below!
""Now, Kitty, let's consider who it was that dreamed it all. This is a serious question, my dear, and you should not go on licking your paw like that -- as if Dinah hadn't washed you this morning!" Alice in Wonderland
Small Stones #6
Sometimes dreams feel so real
Some times dreams become reality
Sometimes dreams never appear or are forgotten
Sometimes dream are prophetic...
How we choose to see them is up to us...
Do you remember dreams?
What are small stones?
According to the originators of this wonderful exercise, a small stone is a short piece of writing (prose or poetry) that precisely captures a fully-engaged moment. The process of discovering small stones is as important as the finished product. Searching for small stones will encourage you to keep all your senses; - your eyes, (and ears, nose, mouth, fingers, feelings and mind) open.
Some Food for Thought: How are you viewing the world? What looking glass are you using? What messages are you receiving from your heart? Love and Peace in 2013.
I would love to hear from you: Please leave me a comment. Thank You!
PHOTO CREDITS/ATTRIBUTIONS: All Photographs: From my personal collection.
Until Next Time…
Ask. Believe. Receive. ©
Elizabeth Obih-Frank
Mirth and Motivation
Positive Kismet
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| Reflections: The Looking Glass... |
Small Stones #13
Sometimes what we see through our lens is different
Sometimes we choose not to see what is there
Sometimes we re-invent what is being shown to us
Our view through the glass might vary...
But the facts remain the same...
Whatever you see is your perception of what is there...
The world is as we see it.
What do you see?
More below!
""Now, Kitty, let's consider who it was that dreamed it all. This is a serious question, my dear, and you should not go on licking your paw like that -- as if Dinah hadn't washed you this morning!" Alice in Wonderland
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| Reflections: The Looking Glass... |
Small Stones #6
Sometimes dreams feel so real
Some times dreams become reality
Sometimes dreams never appear or are forgotten
Sometimes dream are prophetic...
How we choose to see them is up to us...
Do you remember dreams?
According to the originators of this wonderful exercise, a small stone is a short piece of writing (prose or poetry) that precisely captures a fully-engaged moment. The process of discovering small stones is as important as the finished product. Searching for small stones will encourage you to keep all your senses; - your eyes, (and ears, nose, mouth, fingers, feelings and mind) open.
Some Food for Thought: How are you viewing the world? What looking glass are you using? What messages are you receiving from your heart? Love and Peace in 2013.
I would love to hear from you: Please leave me a comment. Thank You!
PHOTO CREDITS/ATTRIBUTIONS: All Photographs: From my personal collection.
Until Next Time…
Ask. Believe. Receive. ©
Elizabeth Obih-Frank
Mirth and Motivation
Positive Kismet
Seeing is not believeing actually. That's where perception comes along. Nice post and pic :)
ReplyDeleteThe world is as we see it... :-)
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Hi Cintamuni! TY for stopping by and leaving a comment... we see what we wish to see. The first photo I added has more than what we see. I think of the subject a lot. Fascinating. :-)
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yes. sometimes we opt to see only the things that we want to see... it's like the principle of selective hearing.
ReplyDeleteGreat example QC Mommy... It is like selective hearing. TY for the feedback! :-)
ReplyDeletesometimes I only see what I wanted to see and tend to neglect anything visible yet important. That's what I wanted to change in me.
ReplyDeleteI wondered what the reference by several bloggers to small stones meant.
ReplyDeleteThis is the first time I've heard of small stones. Hmmm... must unleash my writing mojo and try to write some also.
ReplyDeleteWhen looking at things, we have our own lenses and filters. These come from our own experiences, knowledge, culture, etc. The key is in recognizing these filters...
ReplyDeletei agree. there are times that we only see what we want to see -- may it be the teeny tiny details of the situation or the big picture.
ReplyDeleteAs I mature in years, I try to look beyond and keep the optimism. Despite of.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week ahead!
January, it's a habit we all have to fight and I appreciate you being open about it... I'm working on that too. TY! :-)
ReplyDeleteEliz
Hi PiP!
ReplyDeleteTY for stopping by... Now you know about the stones... I haven't had a chance to go visit other bloggers who are writing them, but I hope to do so soon. :-)
Hi Olga,
ReplyDeleteFollow the link in the badge to the source and join in. I am enjoying the process... Keeps me calm and focused on simplicity. TY!
Eliz
Well said Vera,
ReplyDeleteWe view the world through our own filters, and it takes a conscious effort to step away and see things differently... Like wearing new glasses. ;-)
TY!
So true Planet Mom, I have to remind myself to step away, open my eyes and see things either as they truly are or through a new lens... it's inspiring. TY! :-)
ReplyDeleteTY Farida! Have a great week ahead too and yes, I'm with you on that point. :-)
ReplyDeleteEliz
looking through the mirror does not necessary to check outside appearance but to reflect.
ReplyDeleteTrue Anne! We can see so much and have varied insights on this subject. TY!:-)
ReplyDeleteI'm viewing the world with my habitual positivity!
ReplyDeleteI hear you... keep it up. :-)
ReplyDeleteour view through the glass might vary - i believe in this, there are different factors to consider like faith, political and ideological belief, societal class etc...
ReplyDeletePositive. Looking with a positive aditude and reflecting on the postive. Its universal and benifical for us all to strive for.
ReplyDeleteI know at times I only see what I want to see and not the entire picture. This post gives me something to think about it.
ReplyDeleteSometimes we see the same physical aspect of the thing but we have different perceptions. IT all depends on how you perceive things.
ReplyDeleteI have always been the type of person who sees with their mind and not their heart if that makes sense. I over analyze every situation and make sure I am seeing things for what they actually are so I'm not fooled by what my eyes see on the surface.
ReplyDeleteThis was such a thought provoking post. I know they always say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder and all that. Perspective is really interesting.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great writing prompt. Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI'm pretty sure my looking glass varies from day to day. I wish I was consistent in how I saw things, but it can change on a dime.
ReplyDeleteVery thought provoking. Everyone sees beauty as something different I suppose.
ReplyDeleteI loved small stones. I think these keep life in perspective. Thank you for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteThis is very well written and said! Mirror shows the reality!
ReplyDeleteI look, but most of things I don't see. Truly see. Tea
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and thoughtful post. Something to ponder.
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