I spent this winter learning that growth doesn't always look like progress. Sometimes, you're simply growing roots in the dark. Exactly a year ago, I worked my way back to art after many years of avoiding that part of me. After a long day at work, I finally felt the urge to pick up some pencils and draw. I did it again the next night and the next. I gave myself permission to draw without the added pressure of posting online. © Christine Sophia, 2025, All Rights Reserved I lau