From a young age, I was told that I was different. I had that spark, that crazy personality… there were so many unique pieces of me that perfectly fit together but when I was younger I was taught to dislike certain things about my self.. Every year I learned that something new was wrong with me it seemed like - every piece of me criticized from every angle.. Thank GOD I had my mom but damn did that make my light shine less bright. I think that’s what triggered this onset battle of losing myself.. Years go by and before you know it, life hits you and you’re looking at a stranger when looking in the mirror. Thats how I felt 1 year ago, on this day.
A year ago today, I chose me. I chose God, I chose to confront myself, and I chose to get healthy. It wasn’t easy but over the last year I have gathered those pieces of myself that I had lost along the way. Now, I choose to be happy no matter what. I choose to love, even if I am not loved back. And I choose to share my gifts to help others. So thats why I started sharing my art - to remind others that there are still amazing things in life to look forward to.
One lesson that I can share with everyone reading this right now:
Follow your heart and go after your dreams.
"The worst they can say is no."
- Tonya Chapman
