Joanne's Blog

Celebrating My Recovery & New Book Release!

Hi Everyone,

Seven weeks ago I had spinal fusion surgery, and feel tremendously blessed to be on the road to recovery. The months leading up to the surgery were incredibly difficult for me– I was in so much pain that I seldom left the house. I couldn’t stand up for.

Calling All Mentors!!

Hi Everyone,

Since the Zenspirations® community has grown a lot this year, I wanted to use the last blog post of 2018 to welcome all the new members, and share a bit about Zenspirations.

At its simplest level, Zenspirations® is a way.

Which Words Resonate?

Hi Everyone,

As both a lettering artist and writer, words are extremely important to me. Small wonder then, that choosing a Word of the Year is a process I usually begin in November. This gives me ample time to reflect on where I am in my life’s journey, where I.

Communal Grief: How Do We Heal?

Hi Everyone,

As a lifelong spiritual seeker I strive to listen without judging, to give without expecting, to look for blessings in every situation and to use my talents to make a difference in the world. Prayer is a huge part of my spiritual practice; as an artist and writer.

Calling All Card Crafters!

Hi Everyone,

Although I’ve been designing greeting cards for almost three decades, it’s still a thrill to discover my work in retail stores. I was touched when my friend Judy Appleton found some of my greeting cards at a new store in Orlando, and shared them on my Facebook page.

The Light of Remembrance

Hi Everyone,

As a lifelong spiritual seeker, I try to begin each day with a prayer in my heart and a pen in my hand doing my ‘Morning Journaling’. I feel connected when I put pen to paper, and find it’s easier to stay grounded in gratitude when I begin.

Collaborative Care-Mojis

Hi Everyone,

A big THANK YOU to everyone who took the time to leave a comment with their top choice of collection themes and prizes. The prize is a private art lesson, and the winner is Sandy Laipply! Congratulations, Sandy!

I look forward.

A Day of Hope & Healing

Hi Everyone,

This weekend I watched love-in-action, as dozens of creative grief professionals from all over the country traveled to Parkland, FL to bring hope and healing to a shattered community. I was honored to have been asked to participate, and decided to create a Commemorative Tree of Life which.

Commemorative Leaves for Parkland

Hi Everyone,

I spent most of this week getting ready for the big Grief Resource-Day of Hope that will be held on Sunday, May 20th to bring healing to the Parkland Community in the aftermath of the February 14th shooting which took 17 lives. The entire day is filled with.

A Cyber Farewell

Hi Everyone,

The miracle of Cyberspace is that we can connect with people all over the world. Sometimes on-line relationships blossom into close friendships. While we usually don’t get to visit with our CyberFriends as often as we do with our local friends, the heart connection is real..

Be the Light in the Darkness

Hi Everyone,

Once again our nation is reeling in the aftermath of another senseless massacre. This time, 17 promising lives in Parkland, Florida were cut short.

I have always believed that when you have the ability to make a difference, you also have the responsibility to make.

Finding Light in the Darkness

Hi Everyone,

Last week I shared a Hanukah Dangle, so this week I wanted to share a Christmas Dangle:

And, for those who like to color, here is page of ornaments which you can decorate however you like: