One thing the way that speaking, reaching out to others and comparing our experiences is a way to develop important social and mental health connections so we can reduce stress and practice individual realizations and, is to benefit for all to attain positive help and support for ourselves and making our messages known to the … Continue reading →

I had a mental health test in my late 60’s to see if I acted out abuse when I was severely abused when i was 19, I failed miserably, I was diagnosed as mentally ill not abused, a story that changed my life for centuries and no on could bring themselves to believe me and … Continue reading →

Being gassed out last night in my house from reporting an incident of abuse, I dreamt of a scientist and priest sprinkling pennies under my fluffy painting hat to give my geriatric expression a flare, I imagined each penny being my penance while my pennies fell on to my composition and onto my pallet. with … Continue reading →

Speak your truth quietly and clearly, Don’t judge or compare yourself to others for you may become vain and bitter, the relatives closest to you need no explanation of religion or preference but the ones who say they are related by any form, shape, name, or conservatism and take your life for granted with deception … Continue reading →

Tonight I go to sleep with the soft sounds of instrumental and classical music dancing in my head, Sweet Dreams, The Mood of the Night by Artist and Author Sherry M Joiner

A Redhead, tribute to Renoir, Painted by Sherry M Joiner, The trait that makes me feel the most unique, rationale and talented about myself is my Redhead Power, I’m glad that I am a redhead and I try to portray my power through my skill and talent in writing and painting. as I bring my … Continue reading →

I began making a study of my stepson when he was young. I called his portrait Boy Blue, with a similar looking face that fit a description of Boy Blue. His eyes were honest blue and soft, he was a toe head with straight bangs and hues of yellow in his sideburns. He had a … Continue reading →

Peace Leanne, you left us too soon. I hope that your battle through suffering was not long and hard and that your thoughts and strive were comforted by family and friends that healed you in the process as they took away your pain. We will always love you ,and remember you, Leanne, Love Sherry Thanks … Continue reading →

Several years ago I was invited to display my paintings I painted by NAMI Clackamas at the Ant Farm Cafe in Gresham for May is Mental Health Month., It was a wonderful opportunity to meet the public and educate by showing how painting was my favorite inner self- healing therapy. Artist and Author Sherry M … Continue reading →

Peace, Strength and Love to you. Sherry