This resonated deeply. I returned to art after a long pause, threading creativity back into a life already full—with work, parenting, and the quiet weight of ‘shoulds.’ Your words reminded me that pushing for the creative life isn’t always loud or linear. Sometimes it’s in the stolen moments, the slow stitching of self back into the day. Thank you for this gentle encouragement.
I'm so glad, Mansi. I write this Substack always in the hopes of having conversations with other creative people. I love what you say about the creative life not always being "loud or linear" - that's so true.
Excellent post on difficulty of having a creative life - you accomplished so much this year - i sometimes am impressed when moms with little ones can even get out the door! But shows your focus and need to stay creative. Happy 2025!
I'm impressed by that, too, since getting out the door is often one of the hardest things I do in the day! Happy 2025, Marianne. Hope you're finding fulfillment in your creative work.
This resonated deeply. I returned to art after a long pause, threading creativity back into a life already full—with work, parenting, and the quiet weight of ‘shoulds.’ Your words reminded me that pushing for the creative life isn’t always loud or linear. Sometimes it’s in the stolen moments, the slow stitching of self back into the day. Thank you for this gentle encouragement.
I'm so glad, Mansi. I write this Substack always in the hopes of having conversations with other creative people. I love what you say about the creative life not always being "loud or linear" - that's so true.
You’re so inspiring ♥️
I have good sister company 😍
Excellent post on difficulty of having a creative life - you accomplished so much this year - i sometimes am impressed when moms with little ones can even get out the door! But shows your focus and need to stay creative. Happy 2025!
I'm impressed by that, too, since getting out the door is often one of the hardest things I do in the day! Happy 2025, Marianne. Hope you're finding fulfillment in your creative work.