I’m not sure what I would do without all your songs right now. They speak to me. They lift me up off the ground where I have fallen and cause me to look at the flowers nearby. They make me walk into meadows and down forested paths. They are the Psalms I need right here, right now.
What makes sense is Loving, Light, Connection to the vibration of the Universe, beyond this 3 dimensional world, knowing that this life is an illusion and those of us who vibrate on a higher frequency will be able to see beyond illusion. Music has always acted as part of the vibration of the Universe for me, so thank you for creating so much vibration that moves outward to hold the space for better things and stories to manifest. Namaste!
What makes sense to me right now is journal writing. Or at least the process of writing is HOW I make sense. It’s how I take “tangled coat hanger” thoughts and sort them into something not so overwhelming that I can examine and think about, and process. And creativity in these times is such a paradox. Creating helps me keep my sanity, but sometimes it is the last thing I have energy to do. I need to express, and I want to put beauty into the world. I’m trying to learn to take first steps, knowing that often, the inspiration follows action.
this reads lovingly like a writer’s workshop cheer and i’m cheering right alongside you, carrie. such a much-needed message about the courage to keep creating. i often find myself in the midst of creation quietly questioning, “is this for expression or exhibition?” and then hearing a still, small voice from within whispering “yes”
What makes sense to me? Not much in the broad reality of our country of greed, cruelty, unpunished crime (especially to those in power), and withholding food and care to those in need. What brings me a sense of peace and comfort is nature, friends of like mind, music and your writings! That makes sense to me and helps me maintain a sense of balance in these very troubled times. The simple things, yet complicated in their own ways, make sense. The beauty of a flower is breathtaking, complicated in its veins and how it may develop, and yet touches us simply because we take time to see it! Same with special relationships, music and the poetry that finds its way to us! Thank you, Carrie!
I have saved my pocket change and now own ( used) copies of your poetry and 2 songbooks that I will bring with my to a chance at rejoing my old singing group.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this! It's been a privilege watching your journey and career unfold. All your albums over the years offer rewarding listening experiences (for instance, I still listen to Visions and Dreams). Your work has been an ongoing source of insight and reflection as I've embarked on my own pursuit of the examined life. My favorite art, music, poetry, philosophy etc. shows us how we can be and do better. It's a force for good in the world and this is certainly true of your work. Furthermore, I value how your art serves to connect us with the transcendent. Thanks for taking us on this journey with you!
Yes, I resonate. I pledge allegiance… Or is it first I pledge alliance… To Myself. to my inner strength and wisdom. To my core values. Which are seemingly being destroyed repeatedly in the outside world, but can never be destroyed within me. And I must write, to process, to express, to reveal what comes through me. I am new to writing poetry and it surprises me how very much I want to share it with others. Thank you, Carrie for your affirmation of what I know to be true within myself at this point in my life blessings, Betty
Hi folks, I’m sabbatical in Scotland this week with my partner, Robert, but it’s lovely to check in and read these amazing “what make sense’ comments. What an amazing community this is my friends. Im grateful everyday for the collective love, kindness, decency and wisdom you all bring to this space. A deep bow of gratitude.
Thanks for your post Carrie. Hope you are enjoying Scotland. We are just ending a week in south west Ireland.
What makes sense to me is the mist on the mountain tops, sheep grazing in the fields, rain and then sun and more rain, friendly people and music in the pubs, centurys old castles, and endless stone walls. Amazing history and many memories.
Scotland! My husband and I were on the Outer Hebrides in June, after a stay on the island of Iona. That whole coast feels like a liminal space. May you be richly blessed wherever you are.
A friend just wrote to me today about her most amazing liminal experiences in Western Scotland! She went to Iona. Aren’t synchronicities so much fun! Betty
This makes sense: "I write because I can't imagine living an unexamined life or how I would possibly process living in this broken, bewildering, beautiful world without it."
Why we write, wander?
‘Cause wounded, wounding world, we.
Full of woes, wonder.
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you
I’m not sure what I would do without all your songs right now. They speak to me. They lift me up off the ground where I have fallen and cause me to look at the flowers nearby. They make me walk into meadows and down forested paths. They are the Psalms I need right here, right now.
Thank you.❤️
What makes sense is Loving, Light, Connection to the vibration of the Universe, beyond this 3 dimensional world, knowing that this life is an illusion and those of us who vibrate on a higher frequency will be able to see beyond illusion. Music has always acted as part of the vibration of the Universe for me, so thank you for creating so much vibration that moves outward to hold the space for better things and stories to manifest. Namaste!
What makes sense to me right now is journal writing. Or at least the process of writing is HOW I make sense. It’s how I take “tangled coat hanger” thoughts and sort them into something not so overwhelming that I can examine and think about, and process. And creativity in these times is such a paradox. Creating helps me keep my sanity, but sometimes it is the last thing I have energy to do. I need to express, and I want to put beauty into the world. I’m trying to learn to take first steps, knowing that often, the inspiration follows action.
Deeply grateful for Carrie and this community.
Kindness & wonder, mystery & music
this reads lovingly like a writer’s workshop cheer and i’m cheering right alongside you, carrie. such a much-needed message about the courage to keep creating. i often find myself in the midst of creation quietly questioning, “is this for expression or exhibition?” and then hearing a still, small voice from within whispering “yes”
What makes sense to me, in this senseless world:
the gold finches riding the Echinacea flowers,
eating the seeds and being totally indifferent to the news that so easily grabs my attention
the way our neighbors responded to the downed power line in our neighborhood that had our power out for days
by checking on each other, finding ways to help save the food in the fridges and freezers
by wheeling around one generator that could plug into 2 refrigerators in different houses,
and using our solar power to help folks keep their phones charged
our church donating many school supplies for kids who will need them
the way I feel when I sing "what we need is fierce kindness,"
or the way I feel when I hear someone else sing or speak their own truth,
the feeling of my hand in my husband's hand, when there are no words for what we see happening
I especially like the goldfinches And the last two lines beautiful heart warming story thanks for sharing, Betty
Thanks so much Betty!
I echo the sentiments of others. When I can’t find the words to express the deep stirrings of my soul, thank God you can. Keep writing, Carrie!
What makes sense to me? Not much in the broad reality of our country of greed, cruelty, unpunished crime (especially to those in power), and withholding food and care to those in need. What brings me a sense of peace and comfort is nature, friends of like mind, music and your writings! That makes sense to me and helps me maintain a sense of balance in these very troubled times. The simple things, yet complicated in their own ways, make sense. The beauty of a flower is breathtaking, complicated in its veins and how it may develop, and yet touches us simply because we take time to see it! Same with special relationships, music and the poetry that finds its way to us! Thank you, Carrie!
I have saved my pocket change and now own ( used) copies of your poetry and 2 songbooks that I will bring with my to a chance at rejoing my old singing group.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this! It's been a privilege watching your journey and career unfold. All your albums over the years offer rewarding listening experiences (for instance, I still listen to Visions and Dreams). Your work has been an ongoing source of insight and reflection as I've embarked on my own pursuit of the examined life. My favorite art, music, poetry, philosophy etc. shows us how we can be and do better. It's a force for good in the world and this is certainly true of your work. Furthermore, I value how your art serves to connect us with the transcendent. Thanks for taking us on this journey with you!
“ What makes sense to me.” My first poem written three years ago, still true now: “Communion with Tree”
Welcome to my glade in the sun
I am Tree, old and wise.
75 you say you are?
I’m 375 and not done yet!
See the tiny cones in my very top boughs
My great grandchildren will thrive in my protection and my love.
My white hair you ask?
Oh yes, in my youth, I suffered a great wounding and that branch has become home for the white lichen hair
It was not a break though. I have never broken
And all my dear limbs have found a Grace in their woundings. Betty Kellow
Yes, I resonate. I pledge allegiance… Or is it first I pledge alliance… To Myself. to my inner strength and wisdom. To my core values. Which are seemingly being destroyed repeatedly in the outside world, but can never be destroyed within me. And I must write, to process, to express, to reveal what comes through me. I am new to writing poetry and it surprises me how very much I want to share it with others. Thank you, Carrie for your affirmation of what I know to be true within myself at this point in my life blessings, Betty
Hi folks, I’m sabbatical in Scotland this week with my partner, Robert, but it’s lovely to check in and read these amazing “what make sense’ comments. What an amazing community this is my friends. Im grateful everyday for the collective love, kindness, decency and wisdom you all bring to this space. A deep bow of gratitude.
Thanks for your post Carrie. Hope you are enjoying Scotland. We are just ending a week in south west Ireland.
What makes sense to me is the mist on the mountain tops, sheep grazing in the fields, rain and then sun and more rain, friendly people and music in the pubs, centurys old castles, and endless stone walls. Amazing history and many memories.
Scotland! My husband and I were on the Outer Hebrides in June, after a stay on the island of Iona. That whole coast feels like a liminal space. May you be richly blessed wherever you are.
A friend just wrote to me today about her most amazing liminal experiences in Western Scotland! She went to Iona. Aren’t synchronicities so much fun! Betty
Yes, indeed!!
This makes sense: "I write because I can't imagine living an unexamined life or how I would possibly process living in this broken, bewildering, beautiful world without it."