Wednesday, April 18, 2012

A Letter From My Nephew.

My nephew wrote me a letter and said I can publish it for you. Thank you for your prayers for him.


Hi Belle:

   Thank you so much for the prayers, like the cliche says, God works in mysterious ways, well it took a slap on the head to and a few days lost in the wilderness to actually convince me that there is something greater than ourselves.   So this minor mishap is nothing, compared to the inner peace I've found as of late.   For the last few years I've definitely been overly  anxious about the whole end of the world, destruction of the environment, over population, the 2012 scare, death, etc..   But now, it seems like I'm not afraid anymore, I finally believe that God has a plan, and he's going to protect or deliver our family when the time comes.  And Belle have no more worries, because I feel completely fine, I was in the rabbits hole for a couple weeks, and I firmly believe I was temped many times, and my lost soul was finally shown the right path.   I must say I've finally found an inner peace, so no more worries for me Belle, for some how I know I'm finally going to be saved.  I love you Belle, and thank you being a shining light in my life.

Because of all your kind and supportive comments about my cartoons I would like to try to send them to a syndicate. That is what cartoonists do. I have to send 24 cartoons in a precise size with the words big enough etc. They have to be square and mine are rectangle shaped so I have to re-draw all the ones I have done plus draw many more. It takes me about one hour per picture - so three or four hours for a strip. I also have to learn to draw with ink pens.

This is leading up to the fact I can't blog and draw lots of cartoons at the same time. I have to keep my house clean too, which is never easy! I thought I would take a month break from blogging so I can finish the cartoons and send them off. I know my chances of being published are very low, but I would be angry with myself if I didn't at least try. It has been my dream to help my hubby with the finances, so this is my chance.

After reading all your comments on the last two blogs I felt so sad to leave for awhile because I do love and care about all of you. I will definitely be back as soon as my work is done.


26 comments:

Shady Del Knight said...

You've got talent, Belle. Your comics makes us laugh. Your cartooning is also of great benefit to you because it's a fun and relaxing hobby, it's a means of creative expression and it's cathartic. If you look at it that way the victory is already won. The rest is icing on the cake. You will be missed while you're away, dear friend. Please take good care of yourself and your family. God bless!

Eva Ason said...

Hi Belle,
How cool - Good luck with the work and see you back soon!
Have a lovely day!
Big hugs
Eva

Michael Offutt, Tebow Cult Initiate said...

I think your chances of getting published are quite good Belle. These are funny. I like reading them. I'm sure other people will too. It's also extremely original. I haven't seen anyone do a cartoon like this.

SherryE said...

Good luck! I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.

When you come back, there's a Sunshine Award waiting for you, if you'd like it. You can pick it up at Mama Diaries.

In the meantime, I'll miss you!

LindyLouMac in Italy said...

All the best with your project.

The Restaurant Manager said...

That's very exciting! Best of luck!!

Ruth said...

Best wishes! And we will see you when you pop back in.

Pat Tillett said...

Do what you need and want to do! Good luck with it also! Take care!

Belle said...

Tom- Thank you! It is fun to draw and fun to think up situations to put my characters in. See you soon.

Eva- Thank you. I know how you love drawing and painting. I'll see you later.

Michael- That is a real encouragement. I wasn't all that sure it was original. I'm finding it is much easier to draw on paper than the computer!

Sherry - Thanks so much! I will get it when i return.

Lindy- Thanks!

Manager- Thanks! I'm pretty excited about it.

Pat- Thanks, Pat. You have a great time taking photos too.

Belle said...

I loved reading about Ian's conversion. What a sweetheart! Mom

Belle said...

Everyone- That was my Mom writing! I don't know how she got me!

Crystal Pistol said...

Good luck with everything, Belle. We will be here when you get back. :)

Your nephew's letter really touched my heart. I understand feeling lost and spiritually found. It makes all the difference in this mortal experience.

Belle said...

Thank you Crystal, it is the most important thing in the world.

Michael Offutt, Tebow Cult Initiate said...

Wonderful letter. You have a great loving family. Are the flowers on your background poppies? Such an interesting choice.

Thisisme. said...

Hi Belle. So sorry I'm late, but I'm looking after Eli and Ruby for a week! What a lovely letter that Ian wrote to you my friend, you must be SO pleased and relieved! I wish you all the luck in the world with your cartoons. You certainly have a real talent there, and, like you say, if you don't try, you won't know. We'll all miss you, but we all need these breaks from time to time, for one reason or another. Take care dear Belle. Sending you hugs and blessings c

Nezzy said...

You've got the talent sister...so go soar with the eagles!!! The best of luck to ya!

Enjoy your break and have yourself a fantastic weekend sweetie!

God bless ya and know my prayers are with ya all the way! :O)

Belle said...

Michael- Thanks Michael, I am blessed to have my family! Yes, I think the flowers are poppies. There were poppy fields in California near where I grew up. They were very beautiful.

Diane, I am just so happy about my nephew. I thank and praise God. I do feel exhausted, Diane. It will be good to spend time drawing. I've been doing some drawing every day.

Nezzy- Thank you, dear. I'll do the very best I can!

Rhonda said...

Awesome about your nephew and you hang in there with your drawings...good things will come...and know you will be missed.....we'll be waiting eagerly for your return

Juliette said...

You're a woman of many talents Belle! Good luck x

orchid said...

Dearest Belle,
Oh, how wonderful that you try your talent worthwhile♪♪♪
I can guess how miss your blog world, it is already one of my life p;) Well, I DO wish you "GOOD LUCK".
And of course I also am waiting for you♡♡♡

Lots of Love and Hugs to you from far east, xoxo Miyako*

Belle said...

Thank you all for your comments. I am busy drawing and learning all the cartoon rules. Love to all.

Yvonne said...

I'm so excited and proud of you! Good luck to you!!! :)

Pat MacKenzie said...

Good luck with the cartoons Belle. I love your work.

Pearl said...

Just catching up, Belle. Sorry to hear of your nephew's injury. All the best to him...

Pearl

p.s. Love the dinosaurs. :-)

Munir said...

Best wishes for your carton work. I hope that your nephew gets better.

SherryE said...

What a beautiful letter! Thanks for sharing!