Shine the Divine: Creativity IS a Spiritual Practice: Nefesh

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Friday, February 1, 2013

Nefesh

The day began with

heavens tears, and ended with

our own steaming down.

? - January 31, 2013

rest in peace Nefesh

sweet little Soul full of love

in our hearts always

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the weekend in black and white

50 comments:

ladyfiFebruary 1, 2013 at 9:21 AM
Oh gosh - so very sorry to hear of your loss. Hugs.
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MTWagginFebruary 1, 2013 at 9:43 AM
Aww Laura I am sorry to learn of Nefish. What a precious furry ball of love.
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Caterina GiglioFebruary 1, 2013 at 9:49 AM
sending my biggest hugs for you dear one, and so saddened by your loss.. much love to you.. xxx
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Myrna R.February 1, 2013 at 10:34 AM
So sad Laura. I know how we love our four legged friends. Blessings to you and your family.
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Brian MillerFebruary 1, 2013 at 10:37 AM
hugs....i am so sorry....we lost our cat 2 days before christmas....so sad...
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ClytieFebruary 1, 2013 at 10:59 AM
Sending love through my tears ... the beautiful heart of Nefesh has joined the souls of those beloved to our own hearts ... When we lose a beloved companion, we grieve. My love to you, Laura.
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the wild magnoliaFebruary 1, 2013 at 11:06 AM
we are human and we hate to part with our beloved fur babies.

i am so sorry for the loss of Nefesh.

((hugs))
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joyFebruary 1, 2013 at 12:54 PM
A sweet cat that brought joy to your hearts, but life must end sometimes.
Awesome pictures though:)
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Tina´s PicStoryFebruary 1, 2013 at 12:57 PM
a cat heart! how cute :)
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LoisFebruary 1, 2013 at 1:08 PM
Oh Laura, I am so sorry... We lost our Roxy kitty 2 years ago today... They wiggle their way into our hearts.
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AudreyFebruary 1, 2013 at 2:22 PM
Se qu il est beau ce chat ;o)
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DelphyneFebruary 1, 2013 at 3:01 PM
Oh, Laura, I am so sorry. It's difficult to say goodbye to such a loving companion. I send you my deepest condolences.
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LeoviFebruary 1, 2013 at 3:27 PM
Beautiful pictures, I really like those drops of water, beautiful blue.
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Gemma WisemanFebruary 1, 2013 at 3:34 PM
O Laura! This is a sad time for you! But having a special friendship with a little one means the memories stay alive! HUGS!
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WabiSabiFebruary 1, 2013 at 3:39 PM
So sorry for the loss of your beloved pet. You captured his/her sweet face in your photo and your great love in your haiku!
Peace.
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LauraFebruary 1, 2013 at 3:42 PM
Thank you everyone for your kindness. Your warmth and compassion means so much.
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DragonstarFebruary 1, 2013 at 4:11 PM
What a lovely cat. Our furry friends share our lives for a while, and leave such empty spaces when they go. I'm so sorry for your sadness.
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Beth NiquetteFebruary 1, 2013 at 4:31 PM
Oh, Laura...I'm so sorry about your dear little friend. What a beautiful girl. My tears are flowing along with yours. I am sending a hug, oh so gently and lovingly. ((HUG))
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Carol L McKennaFebruary 1, 2013 at 4:32 PM
Feel my tears ~ such a treasure will be missed and loved deeply ~ lots of distant healing reiki hugs to you ~ Wonderful haiku and tribute to your love to your dear fur person.

Carol of: A Creative Harbor ^_^
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SharonFebruary 1, 2013 at 4:38 PM
Laura, I'm so sorry to hear this. Sending hugs to all of you.
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AnnemorFebruary 1, 2013 at 4:49 PM
What a lovely cat.
Best whishes.
Mormor
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LeaFebruary 1, 2013 at 5:45 PM
Sweet kitty... such love for you and the love of your family missing your cat ways... find them in the wind and in the rustle of grasses bending... find them in the still of night and song of stars... and in the small, silent ways known only to you...
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CarverFebruary 1, 2013 at 6:31 PM
I'm so sorry. Wonderful shots of your cat.
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CloudiaFebruary 1, 2013 at 11:50 PM
our recent bereavement keens with yours....yet L'Chaim and welcome to our newest blessing...

Sending Aloha to YOU
from Honolulu,
Comfort Spiral
~ > < } } ( ° >
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Harry SnowdenFebruary 1, 2013 at 11:52 PM
Sorry for your loss
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'TsukiFebruary 2, 2013 at 2:41 AM
I'm so sorry for your cat ; I have three myself, and I know how attached we come to bo to those adorable pets... Very moving post, I hope your grief will lift in time.
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Robert NicolaescuFebruary 2, 2013 at 2:58 AM
Beautiful series!
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AmitAagFebruary 2, 2013 at 3:32 AM
Sorry for your loss:(
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JohnFebruary 2, 2013 at 6:20 AM
So sad. Beautiful cat.
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Seraphina´s PhantasieFebruary 2, 2013 at 9:03 AM
Wonderful photos. My favourite is the purple sky.
Have a nice weekend, Laura. Best regards, Synnöve
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BarbaraFebruary 2, 2013 at 10:33 AM
I'm so sorry for your loss. Be comforted in the knowledge that you gave your beloved cat a loving and happy existence!
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Optimistic ExistentialistFebruary 2, 2013 at 10:47 AM
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your furry friend :(
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Mark M. RedfearnFebruary 2, 2013 at 3:45 PM
Losses are always hard to bear. May heaven's wings bear you up.

Beggar and Buddha
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LeslieFebruary 2, 2013 at 3:48 PM
Oh, Laura. These little ones are such an integral part of our families (and bring such joy.) Our own little dog has been having some health problems, and at 12 1/2 we are trying to appreciate each day we have with her.

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Priti.LisaFebruary 2, 2013 at 4:26 PM
I'm sorry to hear...
I think it was Rod McKuen who wrote
Cats are Angels that purr...
how true ♥
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Sallie (FullTime-Life)February 2, 2013 at 6:03 PM
Laura I'm so sorry about your sweet kitty. Oh no. Not an easy time at all. This is a lovely tribute post...he had a lot of love in his life.
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AnnaFebruary 2, 2013 at 8:37 PM
I'm so sorry to hear of your dear cat's passing. I know how much a pet can add joy and love to our lives. We lost our sweet dog, Doodle, over a year ago, but when I think of her it seems like only yesterday. Sending you comfort.
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mermaidFebruary 3, 2013 at 12:39 AM
In the first photo I saw the tears of God or Goddess, and the bare trees as guardians to the inevitable truth of life punctuated by death.

Sharing your tears for Nefesh.
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lina@home sweet homeFebruary 3, 2013 at 10:02 AM
Rest in peace, Nefesh.
Very sweet tribute.
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eileeninmdFebruary 3, 2013 at 12:22 PM
Laura, so sorry for your loss of sweet Nefesh. :(
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Sherry Blue SkyFebruary 3, 2013 at 1:17 PM
Oh the sweet little soul. How sad, and how you will miss that dear little being. I'm so sorry.
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Anne (cornucopia)February 3, 2013 at 2:55 PM
Wonderful photos!
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KarenFebruary 3, 2013 at 4:16 PM
Oh, I'm so sorry for your loss.
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Cheryl at Acapella SoulFebruary 3, 2013 at 6:38 PM
Laura,
I am sending you and your family love and hugs... and prayers for comfort, strength...and all you need (each one of you) -- at this time. Our furry, 4-legged family members touch our hearts deeply. Blessings to you all.
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EbieFebruary 3, 2013 at 7:00 PM
I also ache for your furry pet. I hope the colorful skies brighten your day.
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DarlaFebruary 3, 2013 at 11:48 PM
My heart goes out to yours, edging close in sympathy...
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YoshiFebruary 4, 2013 at 2:26 PM
Terribly sorry for your loss. It's so heartbreaking to see it as our old cat has been in a critical situation... So sad.
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Prairie JillFebruary 5, 2013 at 1:43 PM
Such beautiful images.
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teriFebruary 11, 2013 at 4:34 PM
Our pets crawl into our hearts and never leave. So sorry for your loss. <3
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