Sitting here this morning, looking back over the 5 years I have been painting... I see so much change. A bit of progress in how I apply the paints, but more importantly, a change of attitude. Although it was necessary for me personally, my early work was full of anger, and unresolved childhood issues... but, in looking at my gallery, I see such a "cleaning out" of those negative emotions. Now, although my work may include negative emotional topics, it seems to show the internal changes within me. The abandonment of grudges, and anger, replaced with happiness, and hope, even in the face of adversity. There has been much emotional and spiritual