I mentioned yesterday that a friend had sent me an image to inspire me and I posted that on yesterday’s blog. Today he sent me a few more and they have really got me excited. Firstly, I love artwork or images that are motivational, inspirational and a celebration of love. Secondly, it excites me to see images that are similar to some of the work I have produced and more importantly work I am currently producing because it means people get it, like it and want it.

Anyway, being sent these images got me thinking how lucky I am to be surrounded by people who offer me love, care, inspiration and friendship. So I decided to mentally list all the people who made me feel loved and supported this week. It was quite a list! From emails of encouragement for this blog to dinner invitations with new friends, neighbourly support (whether it be baking paper, handyman help or plying me with too much wine!), help with the business (whether it be sanding wood, brainstorming a workshop or graphic design) to phone calls, texts and emails from friends keeping in touch and forgiving me for being so distracted just now…!

I was playing eye-spy with Finn today. He said, ‘I spy with my little eye, something beginning with M, and I will give you a clue….I love her and she gives me cuddles’. I nearly burst! Another example of the love I have in my life – and probably the most precious!

I am blessed to be surrounded by such giving and loving people. I really am. Taking the time to make this list has been truly humbling and has made me realise just how much support I have in my life. So, thank you my friends. You all know who you are and I love you.

(The image above was sent to me. Again, I can’t credit it to anyone as I don’t know who did it. Love it though. Hope you do too.)