As I’ve been writing for the past few months, I’ve chosen to write on topics that I’ve either observed parents struggling with or that I’ve struggled with myself. I’m an observer and a thinker. I’m always thinking of ways to solve problems or trying to get to the root issue of problems. It’s just how I’m wired. And I LOVE helping people.
So, I’d like to hear from you.Continue Reading
Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new. Albert Einstein
About 6 years ago I began pursuing my passion for creating art again. My love affair with art began when I was in sixth grade. The school I attended required every sixth grade student to take an art class. Our teacher was Mr. Gianforte, who was better known as Mr. G. With his instruction and inspiration, I discovered that I could actually draw and I enjoyed it! I wasn’t born with some amazing artist ability. My childhood drawings were like the typical kid. In fact, I didn’t think I could draw at all.
For me, art has always been very personal. I limited my artistic expression to sketches in my journal, which of course, were never good enough. I didn’t share my drawings with others because they never met the standard of excellence that I expected of myself.
Yet, I continued to draw simply for pleasure off and on through the years. I never even considered that someone else might actually enjoy my creative expressions, until one day I felt compelled to join my church’s art team. It was something I knew I had to do.
But I was terrified.Continue Reading