I've had the privilege for the last 8 years of watching a lovely young woman named Alison grow up right next door. She was always a happy and creative child, very sweet and caring when it comes to others. She graduated from high school several years ago, and has had a difficult time deciding what should come next in her life. She spent four months after graduation in Europe, visiting missionaries and seeing that wonderful part of the world. She finally decided this year that she is going to take a huge step of faith and enroll in Shoreline College and get an art degree. She is a wonderful artist, and I know this is a decision that comes from her very soul.
One of the most helpful books that guided me in my journey as an artist is Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way. It's a well-known book written in 1992, and I've used it constantly as I was moving forward with my art, photography and music careers. I ordered Alison a copy and took it to her this weekend. We had a great conversation about the journey she is embarking on, and I'm so proud of her for taking this huge step. We'll all be there for her, cheering her on and supporting her choice of career.
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