the broken inspiration of a mosaic

Mosaic patterns.

An art form.

They are all around us.

We may recognize them.

We may unconsciously neglect them.

But they are there, waiting to be discovered.

For me, patterns are expressions of comfort + contentment.

It’s like an organic discipline that just falls into place without much effort.

We strive to teach others to discover them.

Our students, our children, our friends + family.

The wonderful thing about a mosaic is that there is no template.

No step-by-step guide of specific instructions to follow.

Just curiosity + creativity.

It shapes the mind through original arrangements of sights + sound.

Consider patterns you’ve noticed around you.

There’s a meditative rhythm of a mosaic that beats softly as designs come to life anytime and anywhere.

Our lives are that composite mosaic.

A work of art created by imperfect pieces that are carefully fit together.

Made from the broken and irregular.

Some pieces sharp, others smooth.

They can shine brilliantly or remain dull.

A beautiful representation of our lives.

As the pieces are arranged, the mosaic becomes bigger.

Bolder.

More complex.

The pieces are empowered to tell a story and evolve with change.

They unveil a transformation that establishes joy.

Joy cultivated from heartache.

Joy refined from grief.

Joy enlightened from havoc.

Joy refreshed from having loved.

Joy inspired from strength gained.

What does such a mosaic require?

It’s different for each one of us.

That’s the beauty of it.

It’s nothing you can force or demand something from.

You trust the process that encompasses every part of who you are.

Commit to initiate a fresh breath with gratitude and begin to assemble the pieces as you see them fit.

Nothing will be wasted.

Construct your collage with patience, grace, and forgiveness.

Then take a step back and look at the orchestration before you.

A bird’s eye view, so to speak.

It won’t appear as a complicated mess.

It will continue to develop your voice as you move toward dreams with passion and purpose.

Pick up the pieces and compose a mosaic of joy.