The more you give yourself to others, the more joy and peace will flow into your own life.

My joy burns brighter when I tend to the glowing hearth fires of home.

Quiet time and solitude are vital to helping me keep perspective. I consider myself fortunate to have so much quiet built into my profession. I spend long hours by myself at my easel. And while I work, I think-of the future, of my loved ones, of God's goodness and the many exciting opportunities that surround me. I ponder the challenges I face, the needs of others, the direction my life is going.

Beautiful objects, ideas, even beautiful people all share the power to lift the spirits and motivate creativity while at the same time soothing the soul.

With whatever talent and resources I have, I'm trying to bring light to penetrate the darkness many people feel.

It's a simple liberating reality - the best things in life are mine for the choosing.

The power of prayer is like turning on a light as it illuminates God's purpose for our lives. There is no greater connection to knowing His will other than the word.