Wednesday, July 27, 2011

This little shrine of mine…

One summer’s morning,

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I built myself a shrine.

shrine  noun \ˈshrīn, especially Southern ˈsrīn\

Definition of SHRINE

1 a : a case, box, or receptacle; especially : one in which sacred relics (as the bones of a saint) are deposited b : a place in which devotion is paid to a saint or deity : sanctuary

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An empty cigar box

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that I filled with little gifts from the Universe.

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Reminders of my own strengths

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and of the love and support I have surrounding me.

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A little space where I can show my big devotion to the the truth I have come to believe

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whole-heart-ed-ly.

And that truth is,

that no matter how precarious life, and our foot hold in it, may seem,

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Love it what will get us through.

Love is what we are here to do.

Love is the answer.

Happy Wednesday, Beautiful Ones !

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22 comments:

  1. SherryJuly 27, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    A shrine is a wonderful idea...and that you built it with your love and the things that have meaning to you will have so much "power" for you to draw from.

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  2. UnknownJuly 27, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    I love this idea so much- I have a little shrine of sorts in my studio (two shelves full of happy things) but I'd like one outside, in my garden. Thank you for this idea- I think it's just what I need! You always inspire me so much!! <3 <3

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  3. heather noyeJuly 27, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    shrines are awesome. i have them all over our house and property, in special spots :)

    LOVE the mixed media painting! just gorgeous!!

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  4. AnonymousJuly 27, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Oh my gosh I love this!! The box, the sentiment and those beautiful voices to carry it all home!

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  5. OliviaJuly 27, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    My Queen, I really love the idea of shrines. I collected several books on shrines wanting to make them about ten years ago, but never did. Then recently I won a shrine in the auction for the children in Mexico...I have a small shrine in a box here too for when I start my day. But still I would like to make them. Your special royal shrine is a prompt from the Universe that this is something I need to attend to, whatever this impulse is that is pushing me to acknowledge the divine in a physical, contained way. Wishing you Big Love today and every day, xoO

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  6. notmassproducedJuly 27, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    mmmm I could do with a shrine right now...thanks for the idea and I sure hope you are right about the love thing :o)

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  7. Lynn CohenJuly 27, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    How wonderful to have found all those heart rocks! The universe certainly lays in wait for you doesn't it? A lovely array of heart felt love in a box here!
    Enjoy the day(s)....

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  8. Kate RobertsonJuly 27, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    A cigar box shrine is a wonderful idea. I love yours, it is so you. I have stuff I find strewn all over. Its great having another idea on how to contain it all. Have a fab wednesday!

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  9. RobinJuly 27, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    Thank you for sharing your shrine. It's simply peaceful just to look at. I collect heart shaped rocks & wood pieces I find. A little shrine would be a great place for them.

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  10. lynne hJuly 27, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    that heart shaped hole!!! oh my... flutter, flutter, flutter. (that's my heart...)

    xoxo

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  11. AnonymousJuly 27, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    Love , Love this shrine. Those heart rocks are quite spectacular, nature's gifts to you. xox Corrine

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  12. Amanda St.ClairJuly 27, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    Your shrine is so beautiful, Kim! Love really is the answer. Have a lovely day.

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  13. ElenaJuly 27, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    Holy crapola I love this post!!! What awesome rocks. Love that hand. And that video, oh wow! I was feeling a bit mopey, feeling like I had no direction and came to your post and feel all will be ok. Thanks Queen.

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  14. rachel awesJuly 28, 2011 at 2:46 AM

    LOVE this. XOX

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  15. NadejaJuly 28, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    What a beautiful way to start the day. Thank you so much Kimmy for posting this song done in such a heart warming way. I just love and it makes my heart sing. Your sanctuary box is an inspiration and honoring of life! God is good!
    Love you so much,
    Mom

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  16. Suzanne la bananeJuly 28, 2011 at 5:07 AM

    Je devrais moi aussi me faire une petite boîte pour me donner un peu d'inspiration!

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  17. In the Light of the MoonJuly 28, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    Beautiful shrine!!"Love is the answer"!!!You said it!!Loud and Clear!!Lets pray we all hear it!!Hugs,Cat

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  18. SueannJuly 28, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    You are so right! Happy Thursday! Love your shrine! Beautiful
    Hugs
    SueAnn

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  19. rebeccaJuly 28, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    today you are the queen of HeArts!
    xoxoxoxoxoxxo

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  20. rebeccaJuly 28, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    today you are the queen of HeArts!
    xoxoxoxoxoxxo

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  21. couragetocreatewriteandloveJuly 28, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    wow! that rock with the heart carved on it, wow!!!

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  22. AnonymousJuly 30, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    That's a wonderful shrine! How about that? That one rock has a heart-shaped hole in it! So coooool. And what an awesome video. Thanks for sharing it! XOXO

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