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Light vs Dark

30+ hours later, I have finally finished this painting.

Dark vs Light

30+ hours later, I have finally finished this painting.

Pick Up That Pen

Sometimes writers write because there’s a voice inside their head that is dying to be heard. Characters speak, images paint a scene, and the story writes itself, at least that’s what happens to me when I write…most of the time.

Getting the creative juices flowing sometimes comes easy. I can just jump right in and the story takes off. Characters create their own dialogue and the scenes easily build from one to the other.

Other times, it’s not so easy. The words won’t come no matter how long I stare at the blank screen or tap my fingers on the keyboard. Writers block kicks in. The story is still there, I just can’t get the words out.

So what do I do?

I step away and find something that inspires me. This could include a number of things: walks, hanging out with my dog, music, being in nature, painting, the list goes on and on. As I take a step back and ponder, I begin to wonder why I write in the first place.

Am I hoping to make money from it? Do I want recognition? Am I fulfilling a lifelong dream of becoming a writer? Or do I write because I have something that needs to be said? Whatever the reason, I write for myself first. It’s my story, no one else’s. And the bottom line is, that’s all that matters.

Push aside the critics and the haters and the millions of people in this world who will jump in to criticize me and the work I do. It’s my story, my voice. I’ll express it any way I want.

Thinking about this and realizing I write simply because it’s something I love to do…

Maybe it’s time to pick up that pen again.

NW Washington Photography

My husband and I went on a recent road trip through the North Cascades Scenic Loop, and I must say, the scenery on this route is breathtaking.

Sailing on the Sound

Washington Wilderness

Went on an adventure yesterday around Whitehorse Mountain and the surrounding old-growth forest. This is such a beautiful area of the state, I couldn’t help but photograph it.

Sunset on the Coast

Original oil on canvas painting

Inspiring Landscape

Beautiful view of the Olympic Mountains from Alki beach in Seattle.

Lighthouse Photography – Washington

Walk in the Woods