Welcome, I'm Carole West.
My blog is about encouraging goodness through creative living.
How this began...
I have been writing for years and enjoy blogging as a neat way to communicate and connect. For me, it has brought forward some amazing opportunities.
From freelance to book publishing, it was unbelievable. After six years "burn out" surfaced from repeating the same activity and that just wasn't my personality.
So, I made a shift and decided to write a new blog under my name. My heart was gravitating towards creativity where encouragement is always present.
Encouragement that Ignites
I simplified everything by focusing on what brings me joy. In my own life encouragement that ignites spiritual growth has brought forward the greatest way to live.
These posts are personal and for readers who seek improvement in their daily life by embracing the good. I offer a variety of topics including themes like, Authentic Living and Discover Your Gifts.
The Essence of Creativity
Creativity has always been with me, it's a twinkle that lives within guiding how we put things together. This could be working with our hands, mind or heart because we are all blessed with gifts. Some are present in everything we do, where others might still be in hibernation.
Sort of like my art, I reconnected after a 30 year break. I was fearful, so I took watercolor classes for technique and to build confidence.
My excitement came from a loose painting style that represents nature. This has brought a sense of calm to my life and I really enjoy the hours I spend watercolor painting.
Some of my work is shared here in addition to painting prompts and tools that make the journey possible. Since I love to write, I included space for "creatives" because we can all benefit from their stories.
The essence of creativity is going deeper by unfolding a rhythm to life that is worth living. The best part, there is no subscription, simply join in by sharing your thoughts as you read.