2 YEARS LATER....

I just viewed the blog I set up, it's been two years since I blogged!  What has happened in those two years?  Well, I went back to work! Yes, can you believe it?  I've work as a Family Therapist for KSTAR Youth and Family Services, a nonprofit counseling service.  Very little painting has happened in these past two years. But, I have started Zentangle drawing.  And in November I am going to Rhode Island to get my certification to be a Certified Zentangle Instructor.  We just never know what direction our lives are going to take. 

Also, last year I started going to Bible Study Fellowship.  I hadn't been in a class since we left Miami.  We studied Genesis last year and are studying Matthew this year.  These are two studies I have done before.  But, God's word is living and I am learning something entirely new!  Maybe it's because I am in a new place in my life.

OK, back to the work thing.  Yes, I have been working, but am leaving KSTAR the middle of December.  I am going to pursue my art.  I've already been using the Zentangle method as an art therapy with students and adults.  I have also instructed a couple of classes.  People are receptive to the Zentangle method.  It isn't about being a good artist, it's about repeating a pattern to develop intentional focus.  In the process a person relaxes and comes away with more clarity and problem solving skills. In the process a person actually ends up with a small abstract art piece. I have also drawn some Zentangle Inspired Art pieces and entered them in a couple of art shows.  I won a 2nd place ribbon with one of them. 

I have a couple of other art gigs coming up.  The Die Kuntsler Art Show Oct 30 - Nov 1, in Fredericksburg.  Then I have an opportunity to show art at the Six Shooter Winery, Fredericksburg.  I've been working to get pieces for both venues.  After the new year there are several other shows to prepare for, one will be in May.  My sister Kristi and niece Jerica and I are putting on a small gallery show of Zentangle Inspired Art.  We are really looking forward to it!

I noted in the last blog 2 years ago I was experiencing a lot of anxiety over the future.  Well, thankfully studying God's word I have renewed my faith.  God is Sovereign!  He will direct my footsteps.  I thank Him for the gifts He has given me and pray that I use them to His Glory!