Already thankful for 2017

Tomorrow is December and I am already so thankful for this past year.
I set a goal at the beginning of this year from an income standpoint, and I reached it by the end of this October.
My teaching at retirement homes is going well and am looking forward to new locations in the new year.
I have also been playing with a new art form for me (acrylic pouring). I still will do more realistic, or representational  paintings and illustrations because I do enjoy that too. 
My aim for next year is to increase my art courses and one day seminars. That with my retirement home classes, I will be as busy as I choose to be. I am very grateful for my community at supporting my business.  It has been a great surprise that I have had so many clients from London, Ilderton, Lucan, (Port Dover!), Thorndale, St. Marys and other smaller towns. I have a beautiful studio in my home perfect for hosting paint events and at create art. 
I never anticipated it at the beginning of the year that I would have 2 businesses showcasing my artwork that are for sale but here I am. I am considering creating art and having them shown in a gallery by the end of next year. 
When I decided to take my destiny in my own hands and make my business work a year ago (yes, I started all this exactly one year ago), it was one of the best decisions of my life. 
​Thank you to everyone who has been with me on my journey. Hugs to all. 
Am I grateful? Absolutely. I look forward to 2018 and all the opportunities that it presents. 

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