Good for the soul…
Seen at the Red Light copyright Shauntelle Hamlett 2010
I’ve signed up for Project 365. In case this is new to you, it’s a “photo-a-day” project that lasts a whole year–365 days. Some people apply a theme to their project– a day in the life, self portraits, etc. Me, I’m just doing my best to get one really good shot each day.
When I was younger, I really wanted to be a professional photographer. I’d create these elaborate daydreams of becoming a National Geographic photojournalist and roaming around the world, recording the stories of these undiscovered tribes. That was, of course, before I realized that I really dislike bugs and roughing it. 
I’ve continued to have the photography dream on and off for most of my life. It took me a while to realize that I can enjoy photography, build my skills, and NOT earn a living from it. I can do it just because I love it–just because it’s good for my soul!
I’m of the firm belief that each and every one of us has a creative spirit that needs to be expressed. That our soul desires to create… whether it’s a poem, a photo, a garden, or a great pot of chicken soup… each of us yearns to express ourselves creatively in some fashion. I think of it as the soul’s chance to play–and play is definitely good for the soul.
So ignore the voices in your head that tell you to behave, be mature, serious, practical… whatever else they whisper to you that keeps you from giving in to your creative urges… ignore all that!
Instead– let your soul play! I promise you’ll never regret it…