Blessings

I hope everyone is having a wonderful holiday.

This Christmas was full of love--moments that just melted our hearts for my husband and I. Our three-year-old was so excited to meet Santa. Stephen knew exactly what to ask for and Santa delivered.

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On the creative front, it's been truly wonderful to work with Cloth Paper Scissors/Interweave these past several weeks. An exciting art lesson series will be announced very soon! I hope that my approach to painting in watercolor will be valuable, educational, and fun.


The downloadable lessons also include an instruction video, and the kind folks at Cloth Paper Scissors/Interweave are aiming to make this colorful adventure an affordable one! Stay tuned, friends.


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On a very sad note, my mother-in-law passed away last weekend.

The only words I can say is:

I will miss you, Sheila.
It was an honor to know you.
Thank you for letting me paint your dachshunds.
We love you very much.

Title: "Sunlight and Poppies for Sheila"
Mixed media on 8.5" x 11.5 watercolor paper with sewn transparent collage.

I finished this journal page on Christmas Eve. Art has always helped me to "think" with my heart. It is a portal for me to lean into and accept what's called life--from joyful to difficult experiences. Working with my hands, or the simple act of creating, helps me navigate with (not run away from) my feelings. And then I realize, things will be ok. There is beauty and hope to believe in.

Blessings.

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