We are surrounded by much confusion when it comes to differentiating between what is an observation, a perspective, an assumption or a judgement. Sometimes the confusion is in the semantics. However we may choose to label these terms, understanding the differences is...
"It's the most wonderful time of the year..." The warmth of Thanksgiving weekend will soon be swept away by the Arctic storm descending upon our state as I write this. We are about to get a true taste of winter tonight as temperatures plunge and frigid winds whip up...
l to r (top): doodles from Jaycie Van Housen, Jack Woloshun, Charne Gooch (bottom): Steve Ivy, Angelene Samuel, Daisy Chain One of the fun things that has happened since the launch of the book is that I've connected with other fellow-doodlers! I enjoy receiving...
I searched to find the origin of love, for an endless Source that could show me, teach me, what real love is— unconditional, unselfish, pure, passionate and complete love. In my search, I came to a hill and upon the hill, three crosses, rusty nails on wooden beams,...
Why doodling? I wouldn't have known if I hadn't tried... Years ago, in an attempt to stay put in one place, focused on one task, I sat down with a clipboard, a piece of paper, and an ink pen. I picked a phrase to meditate on. 'The joy of the Lord is my strength.' Joy...
I've always been terrified of public speaking... and yet, in this season in my life, since the book's launch, what am I invited to do the most? Speak to groups! Over two events this weekend, friends will all gather in one space to hear me talk about the book. I will...
<scars: even the deepest scars, ploughed deep, can burst into flowering vines! We all wrestle with what CS Lewis calls 'the problem of pain'. Why would a loving God allow His children to be exposed to pain, loss and grief? In the very last chapter in the book of...
I am reminded of something I read last fall that has stuck with me - "Waiting till you’re happy before you give thanks, is like waiting to be healthy before you take your vitamins. Vitamins are what make you healthy. Giving thanks is what makes you happy. Giving...
The book was originally meant for family and friends. I'm in awe of places it's going, audiences it's reaching... This week, I had the privilege of speaking to a group of artists. The event, called ARTalk, is a monthly gathering of creative people that is hosted by...
This doodle was done as a prayer for women in India (those that struggle because of inequality, lack of opportunities or abuse). International Women's Day (March 8, every year) has been observed since the early 1900's. Women's oppression and inequality has sadly been...
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