Category Archives: feelings

One year ago today, I could not have foreseen the events that would unfold. Exactly a year ago today, I tested positive for Covid, was dealing with mind games and threats from my narcissist ex and was feeling defeated, dejected … Continue reading →

Posted in Carpe Diem, creativity, Dating, feelings, happiness, independence, Let it go, Love Yourself, moving on, relationships, watercolor practice | Tagged adversity, alone, angel, caring, challenges, do what brings you joy, drawing, endings, ex-husband, happiness, hopeful, joy, kindness, letting go, life goes on, love, love yourself, painting, watercolor | 23 Comments

Wishes Come True

Posted on December 28, 2021 by Beth W.

Love doesn’t make the world go ’round. Love is what makes the ride worthwhile. Franklin P. Jones

Posted in anticipating good, Carpe Diem, Dating, Embrace Life, feelings, love, relationships | Tagged drawing, Falling in love, Franklin P. Jones, love, Vishal Arte, YouTube tutorial | 7 Comments

Alone is not the worst thing to be

Posted on August 4, 2021 by Beth W.

I think this quote from Robin Williams is so accurate. I truly used to think that being alone was the worst thing that could happen to me. I’m an introvert, so huge crowds drain me, but I do crave connections. … Continue reading →

Posted in feelings, happiness, love, Love Yourself, patience, relationships | Tagged alone, drawing, hopeful, love, perfect person, robin williams, single, special someone | 14 Comments

Spreading My Wings

Posted on June 23, 2021 by Beth W.

What the caterpillar calls the end of the world the master calls a butterfly. Richard Bach Today was a milestone day for me. It marks my last day of therapy. When I first started last February, I was a much … Continue reading →

Posted in anticipating good, feelings, Love Yourself, persevere, watercolor practice | Tagged accomplishment, Butterfly, caterpillar, chrysalis, spreading my wings, therapy, watercolor | 27 Comments

You Are My Sunshine

Posted on June 12, 2021 by Beth W.

The anniversary of my Mom’s death is approaching soon and I have been thinking about her a lot lately. “You Are My Sunshine” was my grandparents’ song and as such has become a way to say “I Love You” in … Continue reading →

Posted in feelings, relationships, sadness, watercolor practice | Tagged family, love, missing you, watercolor, You Are My Sunshine | 14 Comments

Letting go and looking forward

Posted on June 2, 2021 by Beth W.

For some reason, tonight I seem to be having a difficult time putting thoughts of the past behind me. I know that there are better things ahead of me than behind me, but some nights just seem so long. I … Continue reading →