I think the reason so many people around the world enjoy watching the Oscars is not because we all want to be in the movies or even win an Oscar, but because first and most obvious, film is one of the art forms that has the ability to connect so many of us worldwide in such a powerful way ~ And second the Oscars are the place where even if only one time a year, we are reminded of the power of believing in your DREAMS.
And who doesn’t have DREAMS?
Since the time I was little I have always watched the Oscars and felt that surge of hope that happens when you are re-connected with your dream and the belief that it is POSSIBLE. I’ve always believed. There was an even a time when I wanted to win an Oscar, and you never know....it’s not done yet...but now more than ever watching the Oscars still re-ignites that feeling of what happens if you live your dream. Yesterday I watched the Oscars and I was reminded ~ that I went for a dream and I MADE it. And even on my cranky days where I’m not at my best, there is still an always present tiny glimmer of the pure joy I have for living I life I intended. There’s nothing like that feeling.
A slight segway, but stay with me for a moment.
Lately I’ve been saying that now more than ever is a time where WE can help each other. A big part of the inspiration behind the theme of my last painting. And a reason that I am sharing this particular painting with you today. This was also a commission I did for a special Christmas gift ~ and what makes this painting particularly special is that it was commissioned by a fellow artist. Brian has been on my daily painting list for quite some time and he’s the kind of person who takes the time to write me a little note in support of almost every one of my newest creations. (thank you Brian)
Artists supporting artists.
This painting is a symbol that represents the power and support that exists right in our own communities.
(Which speaking of communities, did you not love the choice to have other winning actors appear on the stage to personally honor and appreciate each nominee individually? Gives a new meaning to competition and support of your peers.)
It IS a NEW time ~ We have a new administration, a gracious and wise president at the helm, and progress is happening, but we cannot rely on one person or the government to resolve the situation at hand. And we don’t have to. Do you realize the power we have in our own hands during this time that we are alive?? It’s right here in the internet. And it’s right here in the ability to connect with one another. And believe me I will be back to address this point again shortly.
Until then I didn’t want to wait another day in saying that now is time for me to do more than offer lip service to my part. And on the heels of the Oscars, and the success of those gracious winners, especially our new best picture "Slumdog MIllionaire" ~ I felt that today was no better time than to say:
My tiny part that I CAN do with this blog is to be a reminder that you can always live your dream.
It would be an honor for me if every time you visited here, you might experience that feeling I referred to above ~ the feeling that accompanies living a life you intended.
I will always be here to believe in your dream.
Even if we never speak. Even if you never send me an email or leave a comment on this blog.
You can always know that you have a friend who believes in you,
right along side you.
{me painting Brian’s commission}
"Jai Ho" ~ May VICTORY be yours ~
(I knew there was a reason I’ve loved that song so much... I just learned today what it meant.)
Posted by: MSB | 02/23/2009 06:31:19 PM