Elusive Balance
March 28, 2011 
And so - what happens when the shoes that you've been wearing for so many years..no longer fit? When the identifying lables and titles no longer define?
It's not as if I'd been working 9-5 in a structure and scheduled environment. I haven't. As my own and toughest boss..my time and scheduling of it has always been my own - work or play. Work was often and always mixed in between the fun and family juggling. Play was often elusive and somewhere to be put when there was nothing other.
In the beginning - it was daunting. Overwhelming. So many hours in a day to fill. What would I 'do'? Who would I 'be'..if not who I always was?
With time - I've grown accustomed to the new routines...the freedom. When one door closes..another opens. A universe of opportunity and creativity. No rules. No guides. Just me and whatever I want to do. Whomever I want to be. However I choose to make my day.
Finding the perfect balance often eludes me. Finding what to create - does not. A whole new world..awaits. And - I'm finding exactly what to 'do'..even if I no longer know who or what will 'be'.
Reader Comments (23)
A fine still life with such nice color and excellent arrangement. The philosophic statement is good and gives me much to think about in my own life. Thanks for stating it!
Embrace each joyful moment, Marcie - as your obvious gifts do not elude you. Remember to breathe.
wonderful still life. a nice assortment of colors here.
Beautiful still life...I love the eclectic choice of items - makes it kind of quirky and interesting. I like that!
I think one of the biggest challenges in life is finding that balance.
I am so lucky. I found balance and someone to share it with. That is the most important part.
This is a wonderful shot. It is delightfully constructed.
The balance here is in the color, not the form, and it's excellent!
This is so delightful. Adding the yellow pear adds just the perfect balance. Your photography never fails to delight and inspire Marcie.
the yellow and orange make me happy, in this springtime. Nice one Marcie, thanks for sharing it with me/us
I feel the same: finding balance is not easy; finding something to create is!
This balanced still life is so gorgeous. The orange just fills me up. The pear: perfection.
This is one of my favorite still life images of yours that I've viewed. Lovely.
Absolutely love this shot--wonderful colors and composition. Great post!
beautiful stillife and your musings make me stop and think, thanks
An incongruous collection of objects, yet they fit together.Whatever you have done to give them a slightly defocused edge makes for an interesting effect.
Delightful still life, Marcie!
Beautiful still life...I very good Marcie
Great. Just like a painting. Somehow soothing & beautiful, beautiful, beautiful.
All the best & safe travels,
Fritsch.
very beautiful composition
What a nice composition. I like it a lot !
beautiful still life- the colors are so lovely.
Quelle belle composition florale !
That's a wonderful still life! I like the arrangement and the vibrant yellows and oranges incredibly... a very creative shot!
I swear we must have been sisters in a previous life. This posting so resonated with me. I have thoughts on a photography project and will share with you soon via email as I would love your input.