Weeks 12 & 13 – A Spirit Cloth
The intention for week 12 was to make a spirit cloth. It seemed appropriate as I had an opportunity to go on a pilgrimage. I duly packed some silks, threads, linen fabric, scissors and a needle. I anticipated time and energy to enjoy some creativity as part of this journey.
The Pilgrimage
The pilgrimage took 23 people from Cornwall to the Holy Land in Israel. It was a long journey and during the course of the week we travelled from North to South, East to West. We sailed on the Sea of Galilee, floated in the Dead Sea, visited many special and holy sites in Bethlehem, Nazareth and Jerusalem. We sang, danced, laughed and cried. Some of the pilgrims were baptised in the River Jordon. We read passages from the bible and considered the context of these readings at the various locations we visited.
Humble Beginnings
I only managed to find a small amount of time to begin my spirit cloth whilst away. I started it after our trip on the Sea of Galilee that first beautiful morning. It was a special time for us all. All twenty three of us.
Reflection
Returning home several of us had caught Covid. So I have spent a week both recovering from the pilgrimage and also getting myself well again. My creative energies have been quite limited and this has become a two week project. Why not.
Final Piece
I continue to work on this. But the essence has been captured. “The Calm After the Storm”. It was a very calm day. I have come home with such peace in my heart.
