Thank you for sharing this, Julia. I am sorry to hear this year has not been the best one for you. But glad to hear about that sense of optimism, that brightening, that you are detecting. We instinctively know when we are alright and when we are not and it can be hard to,push on when all gates seem barred.
I have also been considering gateways and liminal space. I was told a long time ago by a close friend who is very keen on astrology, that my birthday fell within the Capricorn/Aquarius cusp in January and that it explained my personality. While not wanting to be rude to my friend, I was amazed when she gave me quite a lot of literature about it all and I found it described me perfectly, in great detail. While I still don’t really believe in astrology, I have always been interested in beginnings and endings, doorways between spaces, the ending of one thing and the starting of another. So, I’ve been reading about Janus, the Roman god, who was apparently responsible for these kinds of things. January is always thought of as the time of new beginnings but I plan to be more thoughtful and present this year about what that actually means for me.
Wishing you a bright, calm and happy new year, (although there will be endings and beginnings, I suspect…..)
Thank you so much Sue, that’s very kind of you. I’ve always found astrology rather interesting for the uncanny knack it seems to have for depicting and describing people and situations! I shall look up Janus too, as that also sounds rather intriguing to me, thank you for sharing. Like you, I’m not rushing into January, I’m quite happy to take my time and wait for the energy to build gradually. Wishing you a very peaceful new year, Sue xx
I love your paintings. There is something so peaceful and nostalgic about it although I have never been to the British countryside. I hope the new year brings you peace and happiness.
This is so beautifully said and I absolutely love your little paintings there in the photo. I love how you mention Hope as this is also how I feel when thinking about 2026. Happy New Year!
Thank you for sharing this, Julia. I am sorry to hear this year has not been the best one for you. But glad to hear about that sense of optimism, that brightening, that you are detecting. We instinctively know when we are alright and when we are not and it can be hard to,push on when all gates seem barred.
I have also been considering gateways and liminal space. I was told a long time ago by a close friend who is very keen on astrology, that my birthday fell within the Capricorn/Aquarius cusp in January and that it explained my personality. While not wanting to be rude to my friend, I was amazed when she gave me quite a lot of literature about it all and I found it described me perfectly, in great detail. While I still don’t really believe in astrology, I have always been interested in beginnings and endings, doorways between spaces, the ending of one thing and the starting of another. So, I’ve been reading about Janus, the Roman god, who was apparently responsible for these kinds of things. January is always thought of as the time of new beginnings but I plan to be more thoughtful and present this year about what that actually means for me.
Wishing you a bright, calm and happy new year, (although there will be endings and beginnings, I suspect…..)
Thank you so much Sue, that’s very kind of you. I’ve always found astrology rather interesting for the uncanny knack it seems to have for depicting and describing people and situations! I shall look up Janus too, as that also sounds rather intriguing to me, thank you for sharing. Like you, I’m not rushing into January, I’m quite happy to take my time and wait for the energy to build gradually. Wishing you a very peaceful new year, Sue xx
I love your paintings. There is something so peaceful and nostalgic about it although I have never been to the British countryside. I hope the new year brings you peace and happiness.
Hello Mai, thank you for your lovely words, that’s lovely to hear! Wishing the same to you xx
Really lovely post and little paintings. It brings me peace and joy. Thank you
That’s lovely to hear, thank you so much 😊
It has been a pleasure to journey alongside you this year 🌿 Here’s to 2026, however it comes 🌸✨
And you too David, it’s been a joy, wishing you a very Happy New Year ☺️ xx
This is so beautifully said and I absolutely love your little paintings there in the photo. I love how you mention Hope as this is also how I feel when thinking about 2026. Happy New Year!
That’s so kind of you, thank you! Happy New Year to you too!
Happy new year, Julia!
Ahh thank you so much Heather, and to you too ✨