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I usually struggle to know what to say on Veteran’s Day.  I hope that I don’t appear ungrateful… it’s just that I deeply wish that there were no need for veteran’s day… no veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, no … Read More

Wow, what a full week working on 2 online art courses, embracing vulnerability, acknowledging imperfection, pushing through disappointment, seeking to find a playful, free attitude towards creativity, and learning lots of new techniques and supplies! As guided by my word … Read More

DLP [Documented Life Project] Week 26 Challenge: Add bible verse that inspires you or a line from your favorite book. As soon as I read this challenge, I knew it was time to add “Desiderata” to my journal.  This is a favorite poem by … Read More

I was asked to be part of this artsy blog hop, where we each answer the following questions and link to a few other blogs that inspire us.  Thanks to Marcia Beckett for inviting me to participate.  You can visit her blog … Read More

This is from my guest interview featured on Sarah Leonard’s blog series Curious Creatives. Julia from Loving Rd { WEBSITE }{ STORE }{ FACEBOOK } 1. Tell us a little something about your creativity. What do you enjoy creating the most? I am all over the place with … Read More

Blessed to have some amazing fathers around us, my Dad, my brother, and my husband along with many cousins and friends… happy father’s day to all of you and thank you for all the love and support you give. This … Read More

I originally posted this on my prior personal blog (http://tendingthegardens.blogspot.com/) for my mom’s birthday on February 11, but thought it was worth reposting on this new blog for Memorial Day, in loving memory of my mom, Paulette.  I hope that others are able … Read More

Pouring my heart into this… it counts as therapy in my book! 😉 This is my response (Take 1 and 2, actually!) to the documented life project (DLP, learn more here: Arttothe5th) week 18 challenge to include a quote in … Read More