Hmmmm....

Where has the time gone? It seems like just yesterday when I was learning how to fall in love, to like myself, and to express my feelings through a popular form of visual means (art)....

But, as I sit here reminiscing, I realize that I am living in love, I quite adore myself (not conceitedly, mind you), and, what's that? Haven't immersed myself in my passion for art in HOW long?!?

Yes, life is busy, but it's not an excuse. I need to get back into expression, just as badly as I need to continue going to the gym and loving with everything I have. I need to create again, just as I need to sleep at night and pay my bills during the day. It's an essential part of who I am, and therefore, MUST be an essential part of my life.

In all the improvements I've made in my life lately, I have failed to adequately challenge my curiosity and artistic ability, despite my great thirst for it. Sure, I've gotten into a few minor sewing projects, and helped with others' projects a handful of times, but I have failed to quench my own thirst for creativity. As a result, my imagination is starved for the nutrients that come with regular practice and it's creative muscles have atrophied terribly...

I am quite determined to turn that around.

So, I ask you, whoever dares read this, to look out for any art I may post in the future and help me to help myself by offering constructive criticism and pointers so I can re-develop my lost skills...

Peace.
Thank you.
And be well.

-Valerie