08/06/2026
Today was one of those days that fills your heart.
We welcomed a first-time attendee to art class. As we talked about what she was passionate about so we could choose an inspiring image, she smiled and said…
“Skydiving.”
She shared that her very first tandem skydive was at 69 years old, ten years ago. Since then, she’s completed five jumps and already has another one planned.
I was absolutely amazed.
Since I didn’t have a skydiving reference with me, she chose a horse and began creating her own NeuroArt version. I can’t wait to see it finished.
Later, I mentioned to the class that I may have to cancel next month’s session because I’ll be out of town.
Then came every teacher’s dream.
Before I could even finish explaining, my regular attendees chimed in…
“We’ll run the class!”
In that moment, I realized this class has become so much more than learning to paint. It’s become a place where people encourage one another, build confidence, and genuinely care about keeping our creative community going.
Today was a beautiful reminder that it’s never too late to face your fears, try something new, or discover a passion you never knew you had. And sometimes, the greatest reward for a teacher is watching students believe in themselves and each other. ❤️
