Vintage style hand painted faux weathered doors – old world feel
I had a vision for our new bedroom and bathroom. I wanted it to feel calm, yet full of character and wanted it to speak to a part of us that feels connected to other parts of the world, the past, and what will come. Painting our doors full of peeling layers and a worn…
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NEW – North Shore Bear Artwork – Behind the scenes
Introducing my newest colored pencil commission, North Shore Bear artwork. This piece was done in colored pencils. It is a very large 32″ tall x 40″ wide piece. It was done on a black, mat board. In this video I share a bit about the process, you can see it being created, and learn about…
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Recognizing my own health burnout … and finally dealing with it
I don’t normally post videos like this.. but my body has been begging me to pay attention to it – I’m calling it health burnout – and it’s intense. I’ve overloaded my schedule, my workload, too little sleep, too few healthy stress outlets… and I’m burned out. My body needs me to stop everything and…
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making room for new goals and unknowns
It’s a powerful trust exercise to make room for new unknowns. Deep inside of me, I’ve had a nudging that has grown stronger and stronger. Simplify life, let go of the extra, simplify your business, let go of the extra. It’s time to make room. Room for new possibilities, new dreams. As someone who likes…
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Bunny Visitor – new artwork
I love when I get a commissioned art request and it turns into something that is perfect for others as well. Introducing Bunny Visitor. This artwork print can be drop-shipped directly to your gift recipient as well, saving you from any worries about shipping. There are 3 background color options available on this print. The…
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How to harvest the lessons from 2020 and the past year to better your life
Lessons from 2020 and the past year… This past year… it’s been the hardest year in many ways, yet a year full of gifts and lessons that I am grateful for. This artwork sums it up well. (You can find this artwork here.) We’ve been forced to look inward this past year. Inward at our…
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The before and the after
This photo was taken hours before my mom died. The last photo of me during “the before” part of my life. It was me, blissed-out, on my honeymoon, basking in all the glowing love and possibilities of life. This was another part of life, before another layer was added to who I am. I often…
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How to create a full year calendar that supports your goals
A few weeks ago I participated in a zoom workshop run by the fabulous Star Hansen. During the zoom call, she explained all about the benefits of creating a full year calendar. (She’s an organizing superstar) I have her links at the bottom of this post as well so you can go visit her page…
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10 ways to honor a deceased loved one during the holidays
The first Thanksgiving then Christmas season after my mom passed away I was torn, part of me wanted to pack up the family and head to the Caribbean and pretend none of it was happening and the rest of me wanted to create an idyllic celebration in her honor. In the 12 Christmases we’ve had…
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Sacred Hellos – Messages from Heaven Book is here
I’m so proud to present my new book, Sacred Hellos – Messages from Heaven. This 123-page book features over 23 full-size pages of my artwork that are full color and infused with meaning and symbolism. Who did I write this book for? This book is for those who are grieving, those who have received signs,…
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