I’ve realized for several years now that I have an overwhelming urge to create and be creative. Whether I’m embroidering a pillowcase, scrapbooking my latest adventure, making dinner or just doodling; I need to create. I feel more energized and most importantly happier when I’m creating. Sadly, I got out of the habit for the past 2 years. I’ve only created in little spurts here and there thinking there was something more important that had to be done. But what is more important than taking care of myself and making sure I’m happy?

With these thoughts in mind, I signed up for a class over at Big Picture Classes. It’s called Permission to Live a Creative Life. The teacher, Courtney Walsh, believes the same thing I do; creativity is a must. The class walks you through making a journal (which is creative in and of itself) that in the end will be a testament to yourself of why it’s okay to live a creative life. I’ve only just begun but already I’m so impressed. I will share my progress as I complete each page.