She'd learned a long time ago not to try to fill in the cracks. Maintaining a veneer just wasn't worth the time and effort; she was what she was, and anyone who minded could just go whistle up the tracks. She cared deeply, and all that caring left deep fissures in her soul; crevasses in the rock of her being, rough places that she took a certain pride in not hiding.
She liked to think that the structures she'd built across the ravines made them beautiful; that the tears which had brought rivers and cascades to her landscape had also nurtured the abundant wildflowers. She'd decorated herself from adversity; she wasn't pretty, but she had a presence that was undeniable.
Every blow had made her stronger; she loved them all for that.
© 2009 Cynthia Newcomer Daniel
Seed beads, Swarovski crystals and components, ceramic by Lean Dog Pottery. Hand fabricated.
12 comments:
I am wordless! Your "creatures" are gorgoues! Wishes from Italy Anna
Oh my word!!!! This is gorgeous, and I'm only saying that because it's true.
What a wonderful design - love this necklace.
Wauuuuu....great work...amazing.
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Wow, this is really extraordinary. I love it! Bravo!
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I am so impressed with your jewelry Cynthia. Just blown away from the beauty in each piece!..Joanne
that is such a lovely necklace - truly a piece of art! you're really very talented and a great writer as well!
Wonderful design - love the focal - utterly gorgeous!!!
hoooooooo your necklace is gorgeous
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