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Ohhh loved your last line! So true, which is just a human thing to do with the internet these days, but that's part of why I ended up making the video the way that I did. So I'm SO HAPPY that you got something out of it and have so much encouragement- as usual! You're so kind Mr. Patrick. In the end the dang Dinosaur did grow on me a bit so that's a plus hahah.

I'm so glad you did too, and thank you for all the comments! I enjoy responding to them. Also, I love that you feel its relaxing, solid complement right there, thank you so much! 🖐️

I couldn't agree more. It is really unfortunate and I think is maybe an accidental side effect of social media. Nothing is ever "enough" so we have to keep trying to get to another level but I have really found, especially recently, when I allow myself to step back and just be there is so much goodness in what's not hustled for at all. Things like laughter, playing with my kids, eating a good meal, going for a walk. The simple things move humans the most and we miss so much opportunity to be moved every day.

Thank you for letting me be a part of your still-waking-up-breakfast-quiet-time-on-the-computer time! I'm so happy to hear what I shared was helpful, means so much! High fives back!

That is such an interesting idea!!! Off the bat it sounds a bit intimidating but I might be able to get myself up to the challenge! Thank you for listening and for your ideas and feedback! Always so kind, thoughtful, and feeding me new ideas or things to think about!

@JasmineFrances collaboration is an important in any aspects of life. And heres how i would get over that intimidation. Do it for no one other than yourself and whenever you are ready. Wrote it down with your other ideas which you said were more than a few now. I thought it would be an interesting internal reflection complimenting some of the things you talk about. Im going to combine comment threads, as far as the sketch if its ok i will use your email amd send that via email along with some other art and explanations. The vulnerability is a little guarded in a public comments forum lol.

Bottoms Up!

@@JasmineFrances thats a good name for that painting. I have roughed out a sketch that I want to actually try watercolors on which you inspired by your floral paintings and use of the medium. And I'm completing a thought from the other thread of comments you don't need to apologize for not answering a comment. there is another comic book Idea I have which I am working on character designs, very slow process

Thank you, I liked it! Get out, that's amazing! If you care to share, what is the sketch of? Thanks for your understanding, I appreciate that! Oh that's very cool! I have started to gain some interest in learning more about character development and it definitely seems like a process. Very exciting though!

Thank you! The encouragement is so helpful! ❤️

Thank you!! If I ever fill one sketchbook I will be so excited to do my first sketchbook tour! I bounce around so much who the heck knows when that will be 😆 Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the mom compliment.

@@JasmineFrances You are welcome, and guilty as well. I never tend to stick with one sketch book tho recently for the comic that i'm doing on my last job, started in one book which I guess is typically filled and 30 plus pages in another. Thats the closest I've come to filling a sketchbook but I don't count it

I'm sorry I missed this! Sometimes it's hard to find the comments once the threads been started! A comic for your last job!? Tell me more about that! Maybe that should be the goal for 2025! 😆

@@JasmineFrances oh no Jasmine, I could never publish that comic, It is very much based on reality to a degree somethings are greatly exaggerated for comedic effect and somethings are just for fun. I may use your email to converse further on this and actually show you some of it. But the main reason is I would have to change how everyone looks and the names, or else be sued ( for what I don't know, I have no money lol) but to change it would take away what we suffered thru

Thank you so much!!

Thank you so much! My sister was very happy with them, I was too! Ohhh that's a great comparison from the palette to the clouds. That's such a great idea and way to force yourself to see something in 'nothing' you know? I'm going to tuck that away as a warm up exercise or to use if I feel stuck! Glad we're on the same page with a pretty palette !!

Thank you SO much for sharing all of this AND for subscribing! I receive all the luck sent and give some back to you. Congratulations on the big birthday! It's a big day for him but also for you! Those were huge days in my life. You'll do great. Just keep giving yourself what you need and embrace all this time with him. As all parents know, it just goes by so fast. p.s. I peeked at your channel and also just subscribed. Do it when you can, so proud of you!!

@@JasmineFrances You're very welcome! Thank you and yes I'm also very aware that I got the opportunity to be a full time stay at home mom to prioritise being a mom and give him the full attention (including breastfeeding him still without pumping). But it's like you said also a "downfall" when you don't make time for yourself to do the things you did before like making art. But yea indeed taking all the time I can and need before going back into making videos and share that journey. And we change as women as well. I've never felt this much woman energy as I do now, which we actually all have if we let it in. Going to make a series about that too whilst making "women art" aka making art to hang in our home and decorating etc.

I LOVE LOVE all of this! And way to go nursing!! I did as well with both my boys for a little over a year. Such a great way to bond with them. Also a great sacrifice on your end so that’s a wonderful thing you’re doing for him! I also totally agree - I never really realized how amazing it was to be a woman until getting pregnant and being a mom. It was almost like “wow this is what it feels like!” lol so that’s so fun to hear that is your experience as well. Can’t wait to see your journey once you begin sharing again ❤️

Thank you so much for the encouragement and for being a part of the story. Appreciate you and your kindness! ❤️

This was so helpful because I was actually debating between the two logos! I love the first one but after getting some feedback I adjusted to the second and it just wasn't quite "it" for me. Perhaps I'll have to play with the first concept a bit more and then she'll be golden! Thank you for all of your encouragement, appreciate you! HAHA, well lucky for us all, we are all entitled to our own coffee drinking ways!

@JasmineFrances wait what do you mean everyone is entitled to theor own ways of drinking coffee??? Lol. Remember Jasmine always go with your gut. No matter what the masses say sometimes in art you need to just go with what you feel. No one can guide you, your art guides you. And i think you know why.

Ohhhh yes! Thank you for that, that was refreshing! I mean each person has the right to take their coffee the way they like! Nuked, iced, lukewarm! There's not judgement here! I also have mine with cream and honey so 🤷‍♀️

@@JasmineFrances I know, I was joking 🤣

You just never know these days hahaha

Thank you sir!

That means the world to me. Thank you again for taking the time to reply and watch the video! What ways do you “creatively” bond with your littles? I’d love to know 😊

Wow! Thanks so much for sharing a tiny part of your story. 🙂 These are all great ideas, definitely needed the encouragement! Best of luck to you, just keep going!!

@@JasmineFrances Look forward to seeing more art. keep strong!

You too friend!!

@@JasmineFrances I just thought of something that may be something you can do. Which would also make interesting content. Keep a journal but instead of written entries, you capture a moment in art, or a feeling of that particular day. Using a mixed media pad/book would allow you to paint, watercolor, sketch, ect...just an idea.

I LOVE this idea! And I’ve actually been thinking about something like that too. I think I’ll go ahead and give it a go. Excited for this, thank you!!

@hoppingwren thank you so much for your encouragement and kindness. Thankful for you.

Thank you so much, you’re amazing!

Thank you!! 😊

Hi, Margo? I hope that is your name based on your handle - and if it is I LOVE it!! Thank you very much for going out on a limb and commenting, I indeed read it and it helped more than you may know. That is so wonderful that you have the support from your husband and parents and a career path that allows you to be home and spend time with your kids! I can only imagine how difficult that must be at times but the fact that you're doing it shows how much you value your family and being around for them. I really admire that. Again, thank you so much. This really touched me and was just the encouragement I needed today. You are wonderful and I sure am grateful for you. Blessing to you friend. 🤗

Hi Jasmine, Thanks for taking time to reply! I hope you and the kids are doing well and that you’re able to settle in your new place. Yes my name is Margaux (I’m French, ‘aux’ is pronounced ‘o’)! Can’t wait to see your new video.. you have something special I can tell! ✨ Whishing you and your kids a blessed and peaceful weekend 🤗

Ohhh Lala, I love it! Thank you so much, you're so sweet! New video will be out this evening. 😊 Wishing you and your family all the same! ❤️

Thank you for your kind words and your continual thoughtful responses! ❤️ They are so kind and supportive! I agree, God bless you friend!

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Hey! Thanks for asking, if you want a bit more detail I would recommend watching this video, czcams.com/video/Mb1mCZ-2K8E/video.html Overall I am going through a divorce, that video gives a decent picture of the situation. I plan to make a video sharing all of what happened but am letting the dust settle before doing so.

Hey, thank you for the encouragement. I did look at the scriptures and I will say, because I am not quite ready to make a video regarding all that is going on yet, 1 Corinthians 7:15-16 would be my case and therefore biblically, God want's peace for those who believe in him. That scripture alone says if the unbeliever is the one who walks away then there is no bondage for the one who believes, so why would I try to stay bonded? I don't know that I understand how one not allowing the other back and then the other working on the restoration of a marriage is possible because it takes two people in each and every relationship. Just like God won't restore a person if they are not pursuing him, in relationship with him, and trying to know and understand all he desires for his people. I believe that your heart is in a good place and I do appreciate you taking the time to share scripture with me. I suppose all I can say is that I trust that God is with me in all of this and my faith is in Him and he can and will do whatever it is that needs to be done. At this time all I am focused on is my mental health and being a wonderful mother for my boys. ❤️

Hi! Yes, that does make perfect sense. When I've watched the video back I can see how badly I am contemplating the "right" thing instead of considering that there isn't always a right or wrong. In my first video I share quite a bit about my feelings toward daycare. I understand its purpose but I was a stay at home mom for more reasons than just the cost of it. I believe in the benefit for the kids, wholeheartedly. I am still in I guess what could be considered the early stages of divorce so there is no steady money coming in just yet. The dynamic is fine, there will be adjustments but there is grace extended on both ends so I know we could make it work for an extended period of time if we needed to- which would probably be the best thing for the boys. This is one of those times where having a lot of societal noise makes it feel "embarrassing" instead of being happy and thankful for how it's all working out, you know what I mean? I do appreciate you taking the time to share and help me to articulate more what matters to me and what is most beneficial to my kids. Well maybe you don't need to! Something tells me you're probably doing better than you think! Thank you for the luck!

@@JasmineFrances ❤️

Thank you!! ❤️

Wow how crazy! I’m sorry to hear this and I hope you have settled in and have had all the support you need to heal and get through it. Yes, so thankful!

That’s a beautiful story, thank you so much for sharing! I hope it lends itself to more than just me. Relationship with Jesus can feel tricky or “imaginary” when you’re sort of just conforming or floating through it all. I grew up catholic and my sister and I talk about this a lot. Our lack of understanding and knowing. But it becomes so fun and interesting when you dive into the Bible and prayer. I always notice so much more awareness in my daily life and seeing all the connections that are made. Im in the middle of a great book all about the flesh and sin, it’s packed right now but I wonder if you’ve read it!

​@@JasmineFrancesI haven't Heard of it. So you mentioned you were raised Catholic. Are you still Catholic?

No, I would consider myself Christian. I’ve attended more nondenominational church’s than anything else in the last 5 years!

That is correct...I will make a video more in depth of all of this when the time is right. I don't think it's appropriate just because of all the feelings around everything. I would hate to put something out there before I was in a place to do it the right way. Thank you for your love and support and I will take all the prayers you're willing to pray- especially for my little guys. I also hate seeing families broken apart, it's heartbreaking, in all the heartbreak remaining hopeful is all I can think to do.

That sounds wise! ❤❤

Gosh, me too! Thank you for the love I'll be sending some right back your way.

Thank you for taking the time to leave some of your thoughts. My goal is to share my process and journey as honestly as I can, it’s funny you mention this because I plan on making another video diving into this specifically as I’ve realized as I walk through all of this there is a belief I’ve created. My hope is never to alienate anyone, but to express what I’m going through as rawly as possible in hopes it can speak to others hearts and bring us together.

​@@JasmineFrancesI'm afraid I'm not deep enough into your video to understand the situation, but I saw this comment and want to encourage you not to listen to the subtle deceiving/discouragement about wanting to stay at home with your children. I've been there. In college I had to write a paper about my upbringing and bias I need to identify, the feminist professor was constantly saying don't use terms like a broken home, I pushed back and was so glad I did, because she couldn't justify her position but I could. Anyways, sorry you're having a hard time whatever it is and may God restore and correct any problems your family is facing.

@@Shelb13v Thank you for this! I'm proud of you for doing that, I am sure it was hard and uncomfortable! It's interesting to me that verbiage like that would bother your professor. I think we do ourselves such a disservice when we aren't willing to share things we've been through. Of course not everyone will agree or understand but isn't part of human connection offering the willingness to love and listen anyway? Thank you for all your prayers, I receive all of them!

​@@JasmineFrancesso true! I think that the professor had an agenda to push feminism, and usually deducted points for things like that. And yes! It helps to be able to say what you're feeling and thinking and get good advice. We were definitely designed with the need to express ourselves. Hopefully you have a good friend to listen to you and give Godly advice in your hard situation. I'm a Christian and have been helped greatly (and seen amazing things happen for other women) by 1 Corinthians 7 and 1 peter 3. I'll definitely try to say a prayer if your situation comes into my mind.

Thank you for being here ❤

Thank you so much ❤️ I am so hopeful of these outcomes. Your kind words are so appreciated.

You’re so right, the more I am willing to talk about things the more I learn how many other moms feel the same way. Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement at a much needed time. Yes, let’s be friends! Just saw your channel, excited to check out your music, how awesome! ❤️

Oh my gosh! I just got half way through your video and I feel like we’re so similar! My great grandma was a watercolor artist and ever since a kid I have always aspired to be like her! She sold her art in her local gift shops. I make so much random stuff I don’t understand how to make a brand out of it. I don’t want to settle down to just one kind of item or art. And like you said being a sahm is hardddddd but I can take a shorter shower or wake up earlier lol 😅 ah! I wanna make patterns and start pottery again and make children’s books and greeting cards and I have a ton of thrifted fabrics I would like to repurpose.

Meghann!! I'm so sorry to just be getting back to you now, I clearly either miss notifications or don't get them?! That is AMAZING! Congratulations, while it can be trying it is still such a beautiful time! I feel so touched even reading what you said because sometimes having big dreams (and a lot of them) can feel so lonely ON TOP of being a new mom! You just have to find the ability to give yourself grace and fully accept who you are and the things you wish to pursue and create!! It is a process, one that I surely haven't mastered yet. I really encourage you to keep doing what you can when you can. It's not that you don't have anything, you're just on the journey to getting there. The mindset shift is hard when you're tired or feel forced to do the "responsible" things, but every little step now counts!! We do got this! I really believe the more we give ourselves time to do the things we love the more love we will have to share. (:

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing a piece of your story! ❤️ It’s an amazing thing to experience motherhood, I imagine then stepping into being a grandparent is just another whirlwind of love and emotions!

Thank you so much!

That touches me so much, thank you!

Nooo?! 🫣

@@JasmineFrances I only know 2 of them.

@@GetRumbleD which two are they?! The claymation may be a bit tricky because it is pretty old… but a classic nonetheless 😊

@@JasmineFrances Home alone and Grinch

@@GetRumbleD the others are Scrooge, Elf (the movie), Kris Kringle from Santa Claus is comin’ to town (an old claymation), and Charlie Brown!