The Alchemist’s Journal
This is where creativity, spirituality, and transformation converge. The Alchemist’s Journal is a space for reflection, discovery, and the exploration of what it means to transmute life’s challenges into wisdom, beauty, and growth. Here, I share insights from my journey—through art, photography, meditation, and writing—alongside lessons from A Course in Miracles, Dr. Joe Dispenza’s work, and my experience navigating healing and self-advocacy.
Like an alchemist turning lead into gold, this journal is a place to witness the unfolding of presence, grace, and creative expression. Welcome to the journey.
Uplift with HeART Update
I was delighted to have been asked by Meagan Banai at the Highland Center in May 2023 to brighten the entry hallway. I created two large digital murals for them.
Getting Past Chronic Fatigue Caused by MOG-AD: Part 4 - The Power of Eye-Tracking
My journey took an unexpected yet transformative turn when my chiropractor referred me to Dr. Leonard Wright, Doctor of Chiropractic for Parker Performance Institute in Frisco, Texas
Getting Past Chronic Fatigue Caused by MOG-AD: Part 3 -Homeopathy and Mind Body Connection with Dr. Joe Dispenza
I have been fortunate to have access to incredible people with unconventional healing modalities that empower the mind and body.
Getting Past Chronic Fatigue Caused by MOG-AD: Part 2 Commitment to the Wahls Protocol
Even after the Mayo Clinic's neurologists corrected my diagnosis to MOG-AD, I stuck to the Wahls Protocol. I saw no reason to stop.
Getting Past Chronic Fatigue Caused by MOG-AD: Part 1 - Unlocking the Power of Sleep
Driven to regain control over my health, I embarked on a mission to understand the causes of fatigue and potential remedies. This quest led me to understand the paramount importance of sleep.
The Unexpected Healing Guide: Overcoming a Bruised Ego with ChatGPT
ChatGPT and I engaged in a series of insightful dialogues, weaving through the wisdom of psychology, the teachings of Jesus, and the principles of A Course in Miracles (ACIM).
Uplift with HeArt
As a nature photographer with a love for capturing the delicate beauty of flowers, I've found a unique way to share my passion with others.
Flower Art on Fine Art America
I’m excited to have some of my best floral images for sale on Fine Art America. Their site makes it easy for artists to sell their work and have it available in so many forms.
American Rose Center Blooms Oct. 2022
It has been years since I visited the American Rose Center Gardens near my hometown of Shreveport. The gardens have been undergoing total restoration.
Beyond this World
From my recent deeper engagement with A Course in Miracles, I'm receiving imaginative sparks that appear as images as I "do" the lessons.
Eye of the Cosmos
I made this image many months ago and never shared it. Why? Because I had no words to accompany it.
Practicing a New Way to Soar
I must find a new way to be propelled in this world. It used to be gumption and gusto I called on. They appear briefly these days, long enough to tempt me to put them on like a pair of wings and fly, fly, thinking I am the old me again. Only to crash into the reality that I am not.
A Course in Miracles Lesson Collages
Recently, I started doing the Course in Miracles Workbook Lessons again. But this time, I'm really doing them.
Critical Mass 10 Submission
I’ve always wanted to present my photography using acrylic mounting since I first saw iconic photography master Peter Lik’s large-format acrylic mounts in his gallery in Las Vegas
Tribute to My Teachers
Without these artistic photographers who’ve inspired me and taught me how to see, I would not be the photographic artist, I aspired to be today.
Lost in the Flow
There are times when I am photographing flowers close-up, I lose myself. Time stands still.
The Wind of My Soul
Recently, I have rekindled my love for Yusef/Cat Stevens that started 48 years ago. Sometimes, when you look back at your past from where you are now, you can reflect on the experience much differently.
Critical Mass 9 Short Film
I’m honored to have Moments to Gaze, a short film as a submission to Critical Mass 9 the annual Invitational Exhibition for Artists in Northwest Louisiana.
Symphony of the Senses
There is a reason meditation is called spiritual practice. If you keep at it, you may experience the intimacy of the Spirit within you. Let me tell you of a wonderful experience I hope inspires you.
Chosen by The Living School of Action and Contemplation
I'm so humbled and honored to have the chance to learn from five of the most significant living contemplative teachers, Living School core faculty Richard Rohr, Cynthia Bourgeault, James Finley, Barbara Holmes, and Brian McLaren.