Good morning!

What a gorgeous sunny Arizona day this is going to be. On days like this I go outside and take a deep breath in and feel thankful. Thankful that I am healthy, happy and loved.
The topic today is....Have you lost someone in your life who has impacted your life and has forever imprinted on your heart? Who is that person? And what was it about them that made you love them so much?

I lost my dad almost 10 years ago now and I still think of him and miss him every day. He was such a huge piece of my life and who I am. He showed me how to love unconditionally, he showed me patience, he was open minded, and he was genuine and generous. My dad also had the special gift of the "sixth sense" which he passed on to me when I was born. He always supported me with my art. Sending me to a private art college and getting me the best supplies I could have. Dad was my biggest fan and he's the one who encouraged me to do what makes me happy. After he died, I didn't want to do art anymore. I was too sad, he was so connected to it, I couldn't do it anymore. A year went by and got the urge to paint. I painted my little heart out for a year. It was the best therapy for me. After time went on, I knew I had to continue with my passion and continue to pursue my art career. Every time I sit down to paint, draw, write or sketch, he is with me. In my heart and in my mind. He was a great man who left us too soon.  I'm so happy that we shared a lot of special times talking and mostly laughing. I could tell him anything and he would always listen and understand and give me the guidance that I needed. With him gone, I have changed, but he will always be in my heart and he will always watch over us. I hope I have passed on the things I learned from him to my son. I'd like to think he would be proud of me and who I am now. xoxo