I don't know why but I teared up at every mention of one of your books. They are important books, Susy. I am painting a lot right now. Gee, I wonder why!?
I think creativity is a gift we give back to God. I view my stories like a tithe, an offering to the Lord. But they are so much more than a 10% drop in the offering plate because they are part of me. If my stories change anyone, they change me first.
Thank you for your stories. I am a better person because of them.
"Art kindles hope. Stories shed light. This is why authoritarian regimes target artists and truth-tellers. They understand what we sometimes forget: stories shape reality. A single song can topple governments. A painting can shift entire worldviews. A poem can kindle revolution in hearts that seemed permanently resigned."
AMEN! Great (and insightful) story-tellers, keep coming forward please!
What an inspiring reminder of the need for our stories, my stories, presence, and writing. To let the calling win, silence the negative "not good enough" and trust God with the outcome. Thank you! You continue to be a role model!
I don't know why but I teared up at every mention of one of your books. They are important books, Susy. I am painting a lot right now. Gee, I wonder why!?
Linda I love your art!
Thank you, Susy!
We absolutely need more light to counter the darkness. As the song goes - This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine.
It requires courage. You're a good example of that.
I think creativity is a gift we give back to God. I view my stories like a tithe, an offering to the Lord. But they are so much more than a 10% drop in the offering plate because they are part of me. If my stories change anyone, they change me first.
Thank you for your stories. I am a better person because of them.
Likewise, Tom.
I love this so much. Story is powerful! And you, Susy, are a master storyteller. Thank you for making the world a little brighter with your stories!
This means so much, Keri!
Wow, thank you, Miss Susy, for the encouragement that these nuggets of wise truth provide. They inspire.
I loved this. How powerful that artist and storytellers can so beautifully change our perspectives. You changed mine today. Thank you!
My fav paragraph of them all:
"Art kindles hope. Stories shed light. This is why authoritarian regimes target artists and truth-tellers. They understand what we sometimes forget: stories shape reality. A single song can topple governments. A painting can shift entire worldviews. A poem can kindle revolution in hearts that seemed permanently resigned."
AMEN! Great (and insightful) story-tellers, keep coming forward please!
What an inspiring reminder of the need for our stories, my stories, presence, and writing. To let the calling win, silence the negative "not good enough" and trust God with the outcome. Thank you! You continue to be a role model!
Such a beautiful description of the power of storytelling and writing in general!
Thank you, Susy, for your encouragement!