Like many on the west coast, a few weeks ago the entire region braced for a big storm. Emergency supplies were purchased, candles and flashlights put in easy to find places, games and events were cancelled all over the region and everyone hunkered down at home to wait for the wind.

It was hurry up and wait at its best, and after we took care of getting ready – I used the opportunity and luxury of this found time to start working on an Opus Tile.  9 times larger than the standard 3.5″ Zentangle tile, Opus is a commitment. It was a great excuse to spend the afternoon indulging in some relaxation, focus and to keep my mind off waiting.

In the end – the wind didn’t blow much around us, the lights flickered only once – and though I made great progress on my Opus tile, it will forever be left unfinished like the storm.

The next day in reflecting on the unfinished work – I felt like it actually was left in its proper place. With a string that resembles the eye of the storm, the white space feels like it needs to be there so that the tangles can breathe.

Opus Tile with Diva Dance, Ennies, Onamato, Knase, Florz