What is this persistent desire to pursue a dream life, even when my current life is stable and fulfilling? While many people eventually accept practical paths—focusing on retirement, financial security, and postponing creative passions—I feel unable to abandon my dreams.

Even with a very long to-do list and limited time, progress is possible by starting small and working consistently. That first step unlocks motivation, progress, and fulfillment…

I made several watercolors like this Spirit of the Forest with Coquí during the evenings I was able to gather my energy and spend some time painting last year. During the pandemic, like many others, I was at home, thinking. I didn’t have as much time as other people, because the organization I work for continued providing services the entire time. But there came a time when I couldn’t keep going and I started writing. I’m not sure exactly when I started writing, but at some