Back in 2014 I lost my father unexpectedly and it destroyed me. I had no idea how to deal with losing my dad, his undying love and support that he had for me and he was my bestfriend. Also, in 2000 I was in a bad car accident where I went through the windshield and ended up with a TBI which took a lot of my memories and talents I had always had like being an artist. So I never drew cause I didn't know how to anymore? I didn't know what to do with myself so I started living a rockstar lifestyle but by the grace of God I am and have been a recovering addict/alcoholic since November 24, 2014. Since losing my dad I had to find a way of dealing with so much pain and sadness I honestly had thoughts of joining him because I was always in pain physically and mentally so I decided to start making these signs and low and behold I was pretty good at looking at a picture of something and being able to draw it pretty much to the T. I also have always worked with tools and saw because of construction work so I started getting wood from anywhere and cutting it and sanding them then painting them to make my signs. I never use stencils I like to be able to write all different ways. I always prime the wood and seal when they are done. I started last year around this time of year and needless to say I haven't stopped. I love everything about making them. I feel my dad with me when I'm making them, he too was an artist. I haven't put any up for sale because I've been very self concious that they weren't good enough to sell until people started seeing them and asking me to make them their own custom made signs. These signs and other crafts I do with wood have made such an impact on my life. I'm happier and at peace with my dad being in heaven. I have just learned I have lupus which makes making my signs alittle difficult but I push through and it actually helps the pain. So I hope anyone that sees my signs love them as much as I do making them. I'm happy too make any custom orders. I'm very interested in making this a happy venture.
