Remembering the Healers & Wise Women

As many people dress up like a witch for Halloween or honor the dead at this time of year, I wish to honor the memory and lives of those healers and everyday wise women (and some men) who were accused … Continued

Ripples, Reflections, & Inner Harbors (Poetic Paintings in Loving Memory)

Life is so full of wonder. I’m in awe at the ripple effects from memories of times long past mingling with more recent inspiration, connections, and wonder. The excerpt pictured above is from a poem called I Must Remember. It … Continued

Birthing a Legacy of Love

  It’s my birthday and I’ll dance if I want to. 😉 Actually, I’m sharing a little birthing story and giving deep thanks to my mom. I’m celebrating and honoring my mom’s beautiful soul and carrying on her legacy of love.   … Continued

Song of Echoes

What do you hear? One of the songs that came on while I was painting this showed up in a more obvious way. Any guesses before looking at the playlist below? I always wonder how YOU see/feel/connect with art. We all … Continued

Mothering Nature

May Mother’s Day be filled with love, hugs, and holding hands.♡  A lady on a ferry in the San Juan Islands last year shared with me her realization that since her mom’s recent death, she must now mother herself.  It … Continued

Desiderata – DLP Week 26

DLP [Documented Life Project] Week 26 Challenge: Add bible verse that inspires you or a line from your favorite book. As soon as I read this challenge, I knew it was time to add “Desiderata” to my journal.  This is a favorite poem by … Continued

Artsy Blog Hop – Part 1

I was asked to be part of this artsy blog hop, where we each answer the following questions and link to a few other blogs that inspire us.  Thanks to Marcia Beckett for inviting me to participate.  You can visit her blog … Continued

Curious Creatives – About me

This is from my guest interview featured on Sarah Leonard’s blog series Curious Creatives. Julia from Loving Rd { WEBSITE }{ STORE }{ FACEBOOK } 1. Tell us a little something about your creativity. What do you enjoy creating the most? I am all over the place with … Continued

Let's Dance

Blessed to have some amazing fathers around us, my Dad, my brother, and my husband along with many cousins and friends… happy father’s day to all of you and thank you for all the love and support you give. This … Continued