Creativity is the essence of everything.

A droplet of smooth black ink... A splatter of cool, thick paint... And the eye forever sees the world differently.

Since I was very small I have called myself a writer.
Truth and fiction spills out from my pen onto paper and
suddenly I understand.

The world is full of noise. Words help me make sense of it. Very often I scribble words or ideas into a notebook. Usually somewhere on my person you will find paper.

Prose is my favorite writing style. Though I find writing research papers and short stories equally riveting. Most importantly writing shakes the words out.

Writing for self or the public is a matter of decision. Just pull the stopper and let words flow. Outcomes are sure to follow.

Painting is a creative outlet I have recently discovered for myself. Throughout my life I have vicariously studied art through my dad and brother. Art shows and museums have frequently been part of my existence.

Then I married artist Lloyd Matthew Thompson. He came with his own paint box and art shows. Vivid conversations with him helped me realize how much I know about artists, art, and mediums. How much I love it!

It was only a matter of time before I picked up a paintbrush too. Since then, I wear one tucked behind my ear. Pictures have another way to form from the fountain of my thoughts.

Alas, I have arrived! <3