“My creative window is usually mid-morning. I’ll honor it this week by staying consistent.”

Today, I am choosing to share: to be honest, it has taken me a long time to share or take credit for the things I have done. A childhood trauma, we can call it that if you want, discouraged by my parents at an early age, asking for anything or showing up for myself seemed impossible. The first time I shared a piece of written work, it took all I had to push the execute button. I held my breath, closed my eyes, and wondered if anyone would read it. It was a shared perspective on being a sister. The one person to discredit my point of view was my sister, and that hurt the most. The answer to the question, why do I share? I am looking for appreciation, confidence, and the ability to continue creating.

I revisited the artwork I did using AI to create an aesthetic for my business. I wanted it to say "ME" I wanted it to say calm, relaxing, and it'll be ok. Throughout this 30-day journey, I've been working on several things: some art, some business related some journaling. This process helped me find my brand style and brand identity, and in that, it has helped me to confirm my own identity. I was a little lost in the sauce, functioning and performing, but not feeling like I had any visibility. This process has caused me to look at myself, my situation, and my life, and helped me gain some clarity on a few things. One of which is the artwork for my business, tonight I went back and took things up a notch. My entire aesthetic is completely different, but it is something I genuinely love now.

I learned that everything changes, even art. Allowing your imagination to flow and knowing that what you thought was a mess can turn into something beautiful. Not all things are final. You have the option to change it, make it better, just like life itself.

I just wanted to take a moment to recognize a few amazing women who consistently show up, encourage others, and help make this community feel so alive. A huge thank you to @Liliana Scott, @Jeanette Banda, and @Sarah Thomas. 💛 Your willingness to participate, share your creative journey, complete the prompts, and engage with this community doesn't go unnoticed. Every post, every reflection, and every bit of encouragement you offer helps create the welcoming, supportive space I dreamed this community could be. Thank you for showing up, for trusting the process, and for helping make Start Creating Again such a special place. I truly appreciate each of you. 🫶🏽✨ Let's show them some love in the comments! 💜🎨