It is my sobriety, motherhood, & creativity all in one— all symbolic. It’s magical how it happened & I’m praying for that same magic here
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Doubting my legitimacy as an artist, I thought “It’s just me— who cares?” Frida entered my prayers. She kissed me on the forehead, “it was only ever ME.” I was struck! Mother Mary is a visual I love & being a mom intensified the feeling. I had 3 abortions (the sunflowers) before my kid & after the birth I became sober & found my HP. Tattooing the experience felt necessary! Laughing, I wished “only if it’s free!” 2 wks later, I wa
If your ink could speak, what would it say?Art matters. Creativity heals. There is an easier, softer way. Following your dreams means surviving & learning from your nightmares! Motherhood is heavy. And yet, laughter still exists! Storytelling connects us to each other. Let them know you survived! Laughter is good medicine— make them laugh, Mother. Show them you are healing. Make them believe the alchemy of sadness to JOY!
What would you do with the $25,000?I am moving my family to Chicago this summer to follow my dreams as a comedian, actress, storyteller— finally saying YES! to the purpose I’ve always known over my life. The prize would afford the move & finance the classes at The Second City.
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