THE ZEN JOURNALStories, Reflections, and Appalachian Moments of Zen
I spend a lot of time in nature — especially near and in the water, playing in cold mountain streams. It grounds me, centers me, and helps keep me sane in this busy world.
The Zen Journal is where I share some of what I find there, along with anecdotes from the studio, creative process, materials with stories, thoughts about conservation, and glimpses of life and work in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Here, written reflections and one-minute Appalachian Moments of Zen come together as an invitation to pause, look closely, and reconnect with the natural world.
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Turtle Steps, Transitions and Show Dates
Sometimes the best way forward is one turtle step at a time. Evenlight shares what a slower season has taught her about creative growth, Primavera Leathers’ renewed commitment to conservation, new partnerships taking shape, and a return to local shows in Blowing Rock.
SPLASH and DASH…and Nurturing with Nature
A winter polar plunge with Juliet becomes more than a splash-and-dash adventure. A reflection on motherhood, growing up, and the lasting gift of nurturing our children with nature.
Welcome, Fall! And Some Thoughts on Helene.
As fall arrives in Blowing Rock, Evenlight reflects on the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene, the resilience of Appalachian communities, and the grounding power of keeping both an open mind and an open heart.