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Truth for today. And always.

“Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” Psalm 31:4

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They might be feisty. They might have endless energy and a bit of an unruly streak. They might poke and pester no matter how many times you remind them not to. They might hit too hard during nerf sword fights and argue over lego pieces and you might be so tired of ALL THE CRYING.

This is all true and at the time it can be so wearing. Oh how I remember.

But mama of littles, know this: someday they will be bigger than you and carry you on their back and you’ll laugh. They will handle disappointments with maturity and surprise you with their thoughtfulness. They will become friends and sometimes fight but mostly just enjoy each other. They will talk to you and hang out with you and show you dumb memes that you don’t get but they think are hilarious and you’ll feel old and it will be good.

I’ve said it so many times, but I’m continually surprised at how much I enjoy the teenagers in our life. Be encouraged.

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A cheerful sight on a walk today.

#willstopforflowers #daisies

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I knew I *wanted* to illustrate a children’s book, but I wasn’t sure I could. Faces and poses and hands are hard and I had never done it before!

Then this little summery scene flowed out on paper (the one on the right). It was one of the first attempts to figure out who the character was, how she moved, what she wore, her expression, and personality. And I liked her!

It was a boost of confidence and made me excited to keep learning and trying and seeing what else would show up through pencil, brush and a bit of imagination. Isn’t making art the most incredible thing?! Something from nothing.

I ended up making a few changes to her for the final artwork (on the left). Can you spot the differences?

Also, we’re drawing and coloring in double-decker ice cream cones🍦 in the free weekly art lesson at twirlparty.com. Come join us!

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