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and encouragement I needed.

My creative juices continued to flow, and I added golden halos that sparkled on the paper like diamonds. My angels are a bit abstract, but with their flowing robes, large wings, and halos, there’s no mistaking what they are. Before I knew it, I was painting angels like a revival tent preacher shouting hallelujahs – tteen and counting. And here in the last few days before Christmas, I’m still painting them – pink ones, blue ones, golden ones, turquoise ones, purple ones… They are all different, and though I had high aspirations of gallery- worthy masterpieces, I’m happy with them.

Some of these heavenly messengers are already winging their way across the country, tucked into packages with love and prayers. Others are waiting patiently to be given to folks right here at home.

Was this whole angelpainting adventure a crazy notion? Yes! Again, what was I thinking? But sometimes the best gifts come from those wild ideas that pop into our heads like unexpected company. They’re the ones that say, “I cared enough to try something new, just for you.”

This Christmas season, when you unwrap something somebody made by hand, remember it’s not just the item you’re holding – it's a piece of their heart, wrapped up in hope and tied with love.