This is a pencil sketch I did, based upon an old magazine cutting that really caught my imagination.
This is a pencil sketch I did, based upon an old magazine cutting that really caught my imagination.
The boy is looking directly into the adult’s eyes – let’s assume it was his father – and it’s clear he sees total loving acceptance. See how his father gently touches the boy’s cheek and places a reassuring hand upon his shoulder.
I am really proud of you
I’m so glad you told me this
I’ve often felt the same
There’s no need to feel shame
I know it’s hard for you at the moment
but you’ll come through
You are doing so well
and I am with you all the way.
I know I am an adult but there have been times when the fatigue has threatened to overpower, and I have wondered how much more I could take, when I have need to hear similar words from my Father God. They spur you on, lift the shame, encourage and empower.
4 Comments
February 25, 2008 at 11:24 pm
Beautiful…simply beautiful. Validating is so important, even if one has to learn to validate oneself.
February 26, 2008 at 7:34 am
I agree. We need to encourage ourselves, even if nobody else does!
February 27, 2008 at 5:26 pm
I love this– and the picture– take a good look at the hands– they’re a Grandfather’s hands!
February 27, 2008 at 7:31 pm
Beautiful