Tag Archives: Creative energy

On the Dock of the (Chesapeake) Bay

Posted on October 13, 2014 by vanbytheriver

“I’m sittin’ on the dock of the bay Watchin’ the tide roll away, ooh I’m just sittin’ on the dock of the bay Wastin’ time “ Simple lyrics, beautiful melody, achingly memorable voice. Otis Redding. Some would say this was … Continue reading →

Posted in Inspiration, Music, Writing | Tagged Chesapeake Bay, Creative energy, Dock of the Bay, Marble Notebook, Maryland, Otis Redding, Vietnam | Leave a comment

Siesta. The Art of the Nap

Posted on October 11, 2014 by vanbytheriver

Siesta, from Latin, translates to “Sixth Hour”, or midday. This reflects the practice of shutting down business, eating a large meal and taking a 2-3 hour nap, particularly in areas with very warm climates, like Spain and Italy. For me, … Continue reading →

Posted in Photography, Work and Career | Tagged Breast Feeding, Childbirth, Children, Creative energy, Italy, Motherhood, Napping, Photography, Siesta, Sleep Deprivation, Spain | 4 Comments

Open Tabs

Posted on September 30, 2014 by vanbytheriver

“Warn me when I attempt to close multiple tabs.” It’s a friendly reminder at the top of your laptop screen. It’s a metaphor for those living with bipolar disorder. My earliest experience with the illness was at 6 yrs. of … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Childhood, Depression, Family, Memories, Mental Health, Photography, Work and Career, Writing | Tagged Bipolar Disorder, Childhood, Creative energy, Depression, Hypomania, Lithium, Mental Health, Photography, PTSD, Writing | 3 Comments

Channeling the Words

Posted on September 28, 2014 by vanbytheriver

I love my car radio. There is something not so random about what I often hear as I journey about. There seems to be some sort of cosmic connection that I don’t understand, but appreciate. It happens to everyone who … Continue reading →