be still necklace - mjd 2014
porcelain jiz0 - matt leavitt
the universe exists in a drop of water.
the universe exists in a fluttering green leaf.
the universe exists in you.
be still
and know.
in appreciation for the support and care that comes from this community, i offer a giveaway of this necklace (made by me) and this beautiful jizo (made by matt leavitt). i will choose a name on april 15th, not for tax day but for the spectacular lunar eclipse that will occur that night. you don't have to post in other places, nor do you have to visit my fb or instagram pages. just leave a message here on this post.
in thanks,
mary jane
Oh, how lovely and sweet of you. And, thanks for letting me know about the eclipse. I was unaware.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous necklace and very generous giveaway. Please enter my name for this. thank you for that and for the lunar eclipse info.
ReplyDeleteI love it! Thank you. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for the chance to win these wonderful prizes and thanks for the heads up on the eclipse.
ReplyDeleteYour pendant and the jizo are an appropriate union of reminders to look within ourselves for the peace that can only be found there.
ReplyDeleteI was sitting alone in the house when they came home and all was quiet...no TV..no radio...not a sound. Why was I sitting in the quiet? Listening to the glorious silence.
I would honor both of these pieces.
xx, Carol
Ahhh, be still... its what's been happening. I'm hoping that with the eclipse, I will cycle into movement, but carry the stillness with me. Blessings to you.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful giveaway. I would love to wear your necklace, its like an amulet and I learnt something new today, hadn't heard of a jizo before.Thank you for the chance to win these precious gifts.
ReplyDeleteI confess I'm going to have to go look up the word jizo, but I know I could give then both a good home. Thank you for sharing your gifts
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful piece, such a representation of you. I hope you're doing well :)
ReplyDeleteMJ - your wellness is the gift we have already in part been given. Continue to grow well; and continue the steeps to creating more with your metal. Go well - peace. B
ReplyDeleteIt is an honor to be invited to your giveaway of these beautiful things - thank you so much! The necklace speaks the words I say to my heart every day - Be still. The silence is healing.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pieces.
ReplyDeleteI am a first time visitor having popped over from a first time visit to Beads and Birds. I love both pieces - so much so that I was hoping to find something similar in the Etsy shop. :-) While there, I couldn't resist the "everyday love" pin though (love this too!).
ReplyDeleteLovely pendant! I can hardly wait for the eclipse. And the jizo is lovely too. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteOh how wonderful! Such a lovely give away to plant the seed of stillness.
ReplyDeleteLove this! The message and the aesthetic of the piece. Is that a stone on the bottom?
ReplyDeleteI love this! Both the message and the aesthetic. Is that a stone on the bottom?
ReplyDeleteMary Jane, your work inspires me and reminds me to stay awake -- thank you! "May you see in what you do the beauty of your soul." (John O'Donohue, For Work)
ReplyDeleteWendy
Gorgeous both of them and the thoughtfulness they incur. <3
ReplyDeleteThank you for the reminders to look within. Your words always are a balm. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteHow lovely.. Your photo captures them perfectly. I am in awe of your talent for jewellery making. An extremely generous giveaway.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the chance at this lovely give-away. Friedrich Nietzsche said that, 'The essence of all beautiful art, all great art, is gratitude.' The gratitude shows in your work.
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful and thoughtful. I need to take time to "be still" and this would be a constant and lovely reminder.-Julie
ReplyDeleteGratitude is what I feel when I get to explore your world through your eyes and learn what I can from your knowledge. These are beautiful and full of grace.
ReplyDeleteboth pieces go very well with each other . thanks for the chance .
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Both so beautiful MJ - I have my 'open heart' earrings on again today! Love your generosity, and no need to include me in the giveaway - I feel so gifted already.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely idea. You are the sweetest.
ReplyDeleteFabulous! Please throw my name in the proverbial hat!
ReplyDeleteI am often quiet here and read more than I comment. Your words leave me moved, contemplative, and more for what you share with them. If ever I were to try to prove reincarnation, I would share you as one who I know with an old soul who has surely traveled this earthly adventure before. Thank you for all that you share.
ReplyDeleteIt is lovely! and inspiring
ReplyDeleteBeautiful necklace, thank you for the opportunity :)
ReplyDeleteGORGEOUS! Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteThis is simply beautiful. What a simple, but poignant reminder. Sometimes the strongest messages come from a source you do not expect!
ReplyDeleteWOW THAT'S A PRETTY PRIZE!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. I love them both. Thank you for such a lovely giveaway
ReplyDeleteSo pretty!! Thanks for offering this giveaway!
ReplyDeleteenter me lov ur leaf and what it says Wait on God is what it means to me ty
ReplyDeleteI love the necklace, and the other piece is very nice, too. Thank you for the opportunity to win.
ReplyDeleteTwo very lovely and heart felt offerings. I very much enjoy reading your posts. Your words and kindness always make my day :-)
ReplyDeleteI didn't know about the eclipse, thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteabsolutely my favorite morning meditation..."be still". Thank you.
ReplyDeleteBoth are beautiful and I would cherish. I stumbled upon your blog for a reason today after noticing the word Gratitude. The paper on my tea today said "Gratitude is the open door to abundance". This moment I am grateful to find your blog and for LOVE. Thank you for such a wonderful giveaway!
ReplyDeleteThat is very lovely, thank you for the chance.
ReplyDeleteOh, I have just found you blog, and am so touched by your work! I am feeling gratitude for many reasons right now--warmth of spring, sturdiness of half-grown boys, time and space to explore art...Be well! Carroll
ReplyDeletehow beautiful!!!! What a beauty it is . Thank you for this chance to win KMillheim609@aol.com
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