I have been in Phoenix the past week. The experience has been incredible on so many levels. As I packed up and prepared to leave from Sedona, I anticipated four solid days of painting and writing. I had a couple of commitments and was open to a few hours of...
Seeking to gas up before heading back up the mountain to Sedona, I had been driving around Central Phoenix for about an hour, a bit lost, relaxed, exploring the city. As chance would have it a rich and compelling experience waited for me at a place yet to be...
So often we are waiting for happiness to find us. Yet all around us, color, sound, scent, the warmth of the sun, the caress of a breeze, each a spark for the senses, a gift, a doorway to discovery. What do you notice? Do you hear the birds, the insects? The sound of...
I am starting with some assumptions about each of you. Ones I am committed to based on my beliefs about our world and how it works. Things that for me, hold true for every one of you. Each one of you matters. The love you bring to the world matters. You are equally a...
Another day, another warrior goddess, we are everywhere. I am again at Goldenstein Gallery a vortex of incredible magic. In walks Estela, a beautiful woman from Argentina. Estela has come to enjoy some art or possibly she has she come so that our lives could touch. ...
At 5’ 11” my stride averages about 20-24 inches, a bit of a sway in my hips. At times I may even lope a bit with my long, lanky legs. Of course, if I am wearing heels, particularly a skirt, my gait is bit more demur, more feminine, smaller steps. When I am out for a...
From origin to purpose this little packet tells a tale. A spontaneous trip with debaucherous intentions, a private jet to the tip of Baja, friendships formed, friendships deepened. A tale of family, of goodness, of generosity, of love alive, beating loudly: mothers,...
I will admit, that even before the obvious, the two things I missed the most during my 15 years as a Buddhist nun were dancing and blue jeans. I love to dance and there is nothing more fundamentally fabulous than a great pair of jeans. Today I reflect on dancing as a...
Layered in magnificence today. I don the fashion recommendations of my friend the Countess, Goddess of Chic in my personal opinion. Assembled with the eye of Shey, the elements splendid, worthy of praise and the care that gives longevity to fine things. Slacks and...
Legend has it that White Tara was born from a single tear of Chenrezig, the Buddha of Compassion. She was born of a broken heart and a compassionate wish. As Chenrezig surveyed the suffering of all beings, great sorrow arose in his heart, a tear fell from his right...
I expect to meet you there one day Under the layers of distraction Under the chorus of ordinary things Deeper, sensitive places Places shadow protects Places tender, knowing At times elusive Incredibly familiar No separation Dare we go there? Yes, of course The cost?...
The Courage of the Bloom Ah, the courage of the bloom to respond fully to the call The call of nature beckoning it to reveal it’s magnificence, it’s allure Tender but firm the petals unfold Exposed, vulnerable, radiant It’s full expression manifest The world nourished...
20 years ago today I stopped drinking alcohol … a very unexpected, life-changing sobriety followed. I am open to sharing my whole story if you like. For today, on this landmark anniversary, I would like to share what I have come to know for sure: I could not have done...
Many beautiful people have conspired to mid-wife the birth of this Goddess. You have shown up in many forms. Thank you. There are pivotal moments throughout our lives. It is not uncommon for such a moment to occur around our 29th year. For me, this moment required a...
"Autumnal Tiphtych" by Lynn Rae Lowe Always choose Love. Choose “to” Love, an active verb, an action, a choice. There is a story here, actually several different stories. For now I am not going to tell any of them. I am just going to get right to the question: Some...
Another thought provoking encounter at Goldenstein Gallery. This time it is with a nicely put together woman from San Francisco. I was touring her through the art in the gallery and she said to me that there are people in Sedona that are just “too spiritual.” ...
Ever make a mold? I have been making molds since 1991; rubber molds, fiberglass, plaster, wooden forms fine finished with bondo, one part, two part, three part, single cavity, multi cavity, from tiny to monumental. There are lots of types of molds and lots of ways to...
There are some wildly creative people that are a part of my world; intelligent, kind and sensitive too. As I step into conversation with you I find I want to introduce you to some of them. I am not sure how these people would feel about that or when it is appropriate...