wow!  I haven't written in a very long time.  I got  sidetracked I guess.  I've been working in my craftroom some and resting a lot.  That's ok.  Maybe I'm resting up because something exciting is going to happen and I need all my strength! LOL
     I've been struggling a lot this year with shingles and ear infections.  Shingles are so painful!  I don't know how many breakouts I've had this year, but I know it was a lot.  I haven't had any in at least a month, and the pain is finally gone.  Thank you God!!  Everything is a lesson or a blessing, and the shingles were a lesson.  I was able to work on my anxiety while I had them, and I learned to talk myself through the attacks.  I prayed mostly so it was really God not me! Have to give credit where credit is due!!
    I'm learning about art.  Everything I can learn free on youtube or other websites is what I've been focusing on.  I love mixed media art.  I have to remember that in art there are no rules.  I don't have to follow any lines.  It's hard to do.  I keep telling myself, "You can do what ever you want, remember?".  Then I usually answer myself with "Oh, yeah, so what now?"  I'm looking for my creativity.  I'm not sure where it's hiding. lol
    Of course, I have a lot to be greatful for:

1. My beautiful mother
2. The beautiful green landscape that we've had this spring
3. trees, I love trees, I'm an oak, standing strong.
4. my Grandpa and Grandma, they are awesome examples of  spirituality
5. Actually, my whole family!  I love my family and am greatful for everyone of them

Thanks for reading!

Michelle