Remember in my last post how I said I would finish my latest piece and post it Sunday? Well, I did finish it but I was just having too good a time yesterday with some amazing women to even think about posting! We had mulled wine, mimosas, sushi, chocolate, sweets and the best company a girl could ask for – aside from her super awesome boy family, of course! đ
And that lovely lady three in from the left? well, she made us all necklaces! Here is mine and I love it! Each of our necklaces had a word charm and as things go, we each got a word that fit us just right. The Universe is pretty awesome that way, right? My word was, ‘yay!’, and I just love that because I say it often and type it often when I am happy and/or excited. Itâs a good energy word, so ‘Yay!’ to that!
 Here are a some pics of the process from my last post plus some of the final. I am really loving my Inktense pencils!
Truth be told, this one is special for me. My father passed away just recently, I mean really recently and it was sudden. I have a lot of feelings floating around in my head, jumping to the forefront, pushing emotions to the brim.
This girl showed up in my mind. 
I know there are those who believe that the art we make shouldnât be about our feelings because that’s just self-involved crap that no one cares about. That’s okay for them. Whatever. But for me, itâs how I process stuff. That stuff needs to go from heart and mind to paper or canvas. Or something else tactile. Something I can really hold and feel. It needs to come out and this is how it comes out for me.
There are certain words on this page (I love this novel by the way) that really connect with this piece. It was unintentional, I just grabbed a piece from the book, kind of like I choose a tarot/oracle (or whatever) card. Your energy knows where to go.
I usually donât officially title my pieces but this time I felt a need to do so.
She. With heavy heart.
Blessed be to you all. Hugs your babes, your lover, your siblings, your parents, your friends. Forgive. Be true. Be open. Love.
â„Moongirl â„
Loved being with you on Sunday! Love those gals!
I especially loved seeing this piece in real life. She is precious and the emotion in her (and you) comes through.
xx
Thank you, Dawn. ††â€
How can our art NOT be about our feelings? I don’t think that’s possible. I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Please accept my sincere condolences. {{{hugs}}}
Thank you, Robin. <3
I agree with Robin. Your feelings find a way to get into your art, unintentional but they’re there. Sometimes I only know what I feel after one of my paintings or drawings shows it to me. So sorry to hear about your father, wishing you lots of strength â„
Art school was great but also way too taboo with some things. Sticks with ya. đ Thank you, Denise, for your kind words. <3
She.. with heavy heart is a powerful art piece for me as I lost my son to a drowning accident in August. You have expressed your sadness well. Thank you for your art and your words and instagram page. I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Lucky you to have so many good friends and that necklace is beautiful.
Beverly
I am so so sorry to hear that you just recently lost you son, Beverly. My heart goes out to you. Thank you for your lovely comments about my art, my words and instagram posts. Iâm touched that you are touched. â€
so sorry about your loss. I love your art and the way that piece just gathers up the feelings when we experience loss. Beautiful.
Thank you, Karen. †That means a lot to me.
Yay! That is a wonderful word/necklace.
Your art is dear and even more meaningful with your feelings as part of it. My heart leans towards yours as you mourn.
Thank you, Tammie. †â€