111 Day Artistic Spirit Pledge: Spiritual Growth Through Creative Expression
Day 21: A Novel Poem
Art’s healing power
Spirits existing beyond physical form
Family connections that strengthen and stress
Themes that shape my Young Adult novel
A young girl who searches for her place in the world
A mother who seeks to protect her children no matter the cost
A young man who must face his responsibilities
Characters that guide the story
A blend of fairy tales, mystical elements, and ancestral connections
Formed the book that I loved to write
And one that I hope future generations will treasure
**I am an Artistic Spirit! For most of my life I’ve used the creative arts as a source of spiritual exploration and healing, even though I didn’t always do so consciously. Sometimes I was the instrument creating the art and other times I was on the receiving end. The connection between art and spirituality is so significant in my life that it’s infused into everything I do. I love music, theatre, television drama series (daytime and primetime), and creative writing and find fulfillment in artistic expression of various sorts: singing, acting, and jewelry design. Throughout the next 91 days, I’ll delve into how all of the above strengthens my spirit and has saved my life on more than one occasion.**
Kelly Deeny 