I am 30. I'm a mom, and I though I am not married, I am not single. I always like to get that out there, right in the beginning, because (and please don't take offense to this) the internet is full of creepers who don't seem to understand the meaning of the word "no". I've encountered some very strange people here on the net, and because of that, I am vocal about about having my wishes respected. I have a wonderful boyfriend, who means the world to me. So please, please, please, mind manners. I am not interested in anything other than sharing my thoughts, my art, and my FRIENDSHIP with you.
Continuing on...
Some people have mistakenly thought that I use certain substances and herbs to help me creatively. Ummm... no, I do not do drugs. At all. I don't really even drink anymore. I am a recovering addict, and have been clean for 11 years, and I will always be in recovery. What you do is your business, but just for me, please, no drug references. I would be really appreciative of that.
Life has taken a lot of twists, turns, and has had many rough patches for me, starting from birth. I will not get into any major details, but every now and then, I may make references to certain events and things that have happened to me (this usually happens after what I prefer to call one of my "bad nights"), and will create something that has to do with the feelings which come from those. I also often create pieces which shed light on how far I've traveled from such dark places in my past, and may discuss those. So I would just like to put it out there that if any of you might be triggered by something, I will include in a post title that it may be triggering to certain people, thus giving you the option to avoid it. However, this will not happen often, and I am not one for sharing gory details at all. Just being honest and trying to reassure at the same time.
I am a spiritual person, but as of recently, I am no longer willing to discuss my beliefs with others, outside of what I put into my artwork, due to judgements. I am who I am. I'm not changing for anyone, except for my child in certain aspects. We'll leave it at that. I also do not wish to speak politics, for the same reasons. I have no interest in debates or arguments, and the heated temperments of others is often very upsetting to me. I do not dig being yelled at and seeing the whole finger-pointing thing. I'm told I come across as tough, but I am also a very sensitive and emotional person. I am at my best when things around me remain at peace.
My artwork is a part of me, and if you can figure out how to read it correctly, you can learn a lot about me through it -- my past, my present, my future... hopes and fears, emotions, personality... and even the things I see when I close my eyes at night and dream. This post is just a starting point, and you will learn more and see more with time.
As I post new entries, I will include a photo of the piece I am working on, and will write about it and what is going on within me at that time.
I hope you enjoy this blog, and my artwork, and will share your own thoughts and feelings in the comment section (please don't forget to click on the link to follow me if you like this blog), as well as on my art page: The Butterfly Chaser
Thanks to all who have been so supportive and encouraging on this part of my journey. It means a lot to me.
<3 -Brandy Whyne - <3
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