Moving around

April 26, 2016

So I usually use a pen to paper to get a lot out, but then there are you guys who actually read the updates and share in the journey with me. (Thank you!)

I have been painting but it can be hard creating with the criticism or regular chaos of life to just be still. Luckily, I have found my peace and it is unlike anything else. Working toward bigger goals and dreams, motivating myself through need and staying sharp. I really do try to read and absorb knowledge, words, behaviors and habits that are going to contribute to my development, which takes intention. I have conversations with friends and others about our journeys and what we have captured thus far and it's interesting to see how we are on different laps. Even different paces! Thanks to podcasts, books from amazing authors, and talks with girlfriends, I find myself in great space and with great energy and new motivation every day.

I don't have an exact destination with this post, only to remind you that now is okay. To say yes. To try. To venture. To question. To love. To be loved. To start something brand new.

I meet people and allow the transfer of energy if it is good for the soul. I'm finding that that is the only thing I truly care about these days. I really have no problem eliminating toxicity from my surroundings, and this is something I see people really struggle with. I also feel firmly that emotional intelligence is one of the most important things you can master. With that, clearing a positive, growth fueled path will be easy. Because emotion won't get in the way of you doing what is best for you. Okay, that's enough of this smörgåsbord of a post.

See you guys May 14th!!

Did I mention there will be food and drinks too :) reallyjsmn.com/sheer

product

March 17, 2016

I've been working on these hats, and I'm in the moment where I have this amazing idea I want to share, but I might have been a little intimidated by the idea itself. Not knowing how people will receive your work can be scary. I have been sitting on these hats and I probably won't release until May 14.

She painted a mural

February 26, 2016

What a privilege. I was ecstatic to find out he wanted me to paint this mural and it really intimidated me, until it didn't.

Your own journey

January 27, 2016

It's always an experience to create and explore and challenge and move with people who reflect those attributes you're looking to sharpen. But stop comparing.

Stop comparing.

The universe will conspire with you.

Energy

January 14, 2016

It's so easy to get caught up in comparison and I recognize there are real situations, moments and conversations to be had amongst people, and women in particular, like me.

I also hope to share my energy with people who could use genuine encouragement, a good laugh, or just a voice that might resonate with you the way rereading some of my old posts have done for me.

Say Yes

December 15, 2015

It's about the possibility of the thing. There are enough people in the world who want to tell you no, enough reasons as to why you shouldn't. But if it is within dreaming distance and you have the will to see it through, be a catalyst of your own growth and say yes.

April 30, 2015

So this is a very exciting time for me. I am finally making my next move + taking my talents out of O H I O . Although everything I have learned thus far is deeply rooted in Ohio, I am looking forward to my next stomping grounds. Charlotte. I have already been greeted with open arms + I look forward to all that it has to offer. I also plan to sew my seeds + continue with creative spaces in Charlotte. But let's talk about Ohio for a moment.

I'm leaving. There is so much talent and so much passion - especially from Cleveland. We work hard. We inspire. And we set the pace for creative movement + I am grateful to be from my state. I guess I have a sad bone somewhere in my body conflicting with my anxiousness + excitement to explore + grow elsewhere. I have to shout out OHIO no matter where I go or what I do. It's who I am and there is something different about us. My Ohio pieces allow me to represent + showcase all that we are. A vibrant, powerful mix of multi-layered talent born and bred where you can experience all four seasons within one week. Needless to say, we are ready for whatever + share that innate hustle in our moves.

If you're from OHIO or know someone who is, shout out out to you. Thank you O H I O for all that you've taught me. All that I have been able to give back has been a pleasure. I'm sure I'll be back.