This bowl acknowledges a new beginning. Its inviting asymmetry reminds me that it’s time to untie that tidy bow and get back to the sometimes messy business of creating.
Harmonious Asymmetry
Just look at this bowl… Isn’t it gorgeous?
It is a housewarming gift from a good friend in my long-time hometown. I love the simple wrapping, the fresh green bow highlighting the clean white surface of the bowl. She surprised me with this beautiful serving piece and a few words about why she felt it was right for me.
As I admire it I am struck by its harmonious asymmetry. This beautiful bowl is plain, wholesome and functional; a fresh palette for colorful crisp salads, the perfect foil to bright, freshly pan-roasted vegetables, or a generous frame for a brothy braised entrée. At the same time it holds its own. This unique vessel hints at the unexpected in its delightful departure from conventional form; the slightest bow of one corner offering to pour out and share what it cradles. I love its sly yet generous expression!
A New Beginning
My friend also hoped to see it filled with something delicious. Though I have traveled two thousand miles she hoped to see it featured on my blog. I realize it has been too long. This season of transition has lingered past necessity. It is time to get back to a routine and celebrate the things I carry forward.
This bowl acknowledges a new beginning. I have swept out the home I am leaving in Washington and unpacked most of its contents in Tennessee. It is time to start again, to write a new chapter. It’s time to untie that tidy bow in Tennessee and get back to the sometimes messy business of creating as I fill and share the unique gifts I have been given.
See you soon!
that is really gorgeous!
What a beautiful bowl! I LOVE everything about it–color, shape, size:)
May you be blessed in your new home in Tennessee (my grandpa was from there so it holds a very dear place in my heart).
Blessings,
Aimee
I will so miss your being here but I wish all good things for you and Gary in your new Tennessee home. I will think of your front porch with you relaxing on the glider. Let me know your new address. God bless anid have a safe and pleasant move.
Love you. Joan