I initiated the divorce. It became a horrific multi-year process. I was unaware that revenge would be a prominent component; as such, I underestimated the power of it. The daily-spewed venom via motions and a hostile, unethical attorney was exhausting. Terrifying too, as the Court, a supposed upholder of justice, actually acted to sanction and perpetuate it.

The saving grace was discovering my artistic expression. This "Into The Fire" pen and acrylic ink piece aptly illustrates my process and angst. Although the subject connotes danger, to my eye, it is delicate and refined and in alignment with my quest for beauty and balance no matter what the situation is.