Alissa Morgan

An image of a raku fired vase that has a tiered pedestal. It has shimmery irridescent greens, gold, blues reds and violets and some matte black areas from the reduction material.

A close up view of the lower right portion of the same vase where you can see the blues/purples and reddish hues.

A view of the other side of the vase.

This is a photo of the raku process. Several vases being placed in the flames, in a reduction bin. They are all on fire, as is the material in the bin.

Inspired by the cosmos. Born from the flames of raku. A symphony of light and movement captured.

'Skyfire' draws it inspiration from the shimmery irridescent greens, reds, golds and violets of the northern lights.

Never let your energy get pulled down to the best of your ability. You can use it to make things better in your own small corner of the world. I am glad you are taking care of yourself.

I think there will be even more of us than last time. He is hurting more and more people. Once can only wonder who is left to support him. Only fundamentalists and the brainwashed.

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I can see why that might help you 💙

Of course it is. All prices are way up. One can not help but wonder if that is intentional to create desperate workers who can be exploited by the billionaires.

I am glad you have the awareness and take the time you need. It really is so crucial. Your well being is important.

So you mean republican politicians.

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Thanks Liz! And good for you too! It sounds like a delightful way you are passing time. It is so hard to find good news sources since they have all been bought by billionaire sociopaths.
I will have to check out Kitchen in the Shire. I have been doing lots of healthy eating lately

I saw that too! But in all honesty they found the male version of her.

Very much so! I hope you take good care of yourself too. You deserve it!

3 varieties of lichen together on a stick in the snow

We are better together. 🥰🙏

#nature #love #trees #lichen

For this reason I am so grateful to have my volunteer work and meditation and nature walks.

100 percent. We have to take care of ourselves, now more than ever.

It definitely is quite the balancing act these days. I am glad you are being mindful and protecting your health. It is so important. Stay well!

Yes it is really hard to look away, but it is very necessary for self care whenever there is a moment that you can. It is a tricky balancing act, because so many need help.

Music can be a very good mood lifter and change how I feel. It is really good to unplug occassionally.

Thank you for the idea!

Small random acts of kindness to others helps me feel less helpless. But it is not easy to keep a positive mood.

We got it covered …
See you soon

I think of all the people who are at risk and send them love and compassion and my dreams for a better world. I agree with you. I will be there and so are many of the people from our meditation group.

Mental Health check-in 💜

Very true and wise indeed! Thank you!

PETITION: Don't Let the Federal Government Regulate Your Reading Not one country's freedom and liberty has ever been increased by banning books.

The Federal Book Ban bill uses funding threats to pressure schools to remove books.

Federal control over local policy - and federal control of reading, writing, and publishing - is unacceptable.

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Morning all. Almost the weekend. #Caturday. Hugs & much love from this family 🩷

Walk as if you are kissing the Earth with your feet.

- Thich Nhat Hanh,
PEACE IS EVERY STEP:
The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life

#thichnhathanh #buddhism #wisdom #gratitude #earth #quote #peace

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Scientific Study of 12 Buddhist Monks Reveals New Depth in the Neurological Benefits of Meditation - Buddhistdoor Global An international study has offered fresh scientific insight into how long-term Buddhist meditation practice can alter brain activity at a fundamental level.

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#Buddhism #Tteravada #BuddhistMonk #BuddhistPractice #Meditation #Neuroscience #Samatha #Vipassana #BrainActivity

Black cat on a windowsill looking down at a Buddha statue

#Buddhism #Caturday

What now?

I had to take a break from social media and the news, because it is all so overwhelming and sad. Remember it is okay if you need to do so too. It is more important now than ever to protect your mental health. For me it is a necessity so I can be of service to others.