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Melanie Leavey's avatar

Loved this video and conversation, Jess. Yesterday I had a 'nothing' day -- well, I spent most of it reading on the sofa, so not exactly nothing but the most restful and restorative kind of something. I'm finding these quiet days to be just exactly what I need and am finally, FINALLY, leaning into my natural creative rhythms rather than trying to bully myself into a regimented routine. Game-changer! Who knew?

Beautiful irises....they're a definite point on the spring/summer blooming timeline here. After the daffodils and tulips, but before the daylilies...summer is just around the corner when the irises are in bloom.:) xo

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Jess Engle's avatar

Finally, finally, finally! Me too... it's like I have managed to take one massive exhale after being in some multi-year spin cycle that took hold circa-Covid.

I have actually been reading your book on the couch today. <3 And dreaming of moving into a thatched roof cottage. xj

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Reem Alhalyan's avatar

I love having this conversation and I love seeing creatives experiences the slow life. Life is so much better when you leave the fast lane behind, in my personal and humble opinion. Stay creative and balances Jess x

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Jess Engle's avatar

Oh, thank you Reem, I will do my best :) and wishing you the same <3

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Marjorie Vestal's avatar

Watching your Pearls always relaxes me and helps me to feel connected to you and to the simple everyday things that you find beautiful remarkable such as Ethiopian fly swatters and learning about how rocks are made by painting them. I love the way your voice is so slow and soft. Thank you.

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