“It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.” ~ Confucius
“Sweet are the uses of adversity, which, like a toad, though ugly and venomous, wears yet a precious jewel in its head.” ~ William Shakespeare
“Pain is normal, but do you want your life defined by the pain of discipline or the pain of regret. Make a choice.” ~ by me
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About Wings of Wonder
Linda Ruddy is a creative with a diverse range of interests in writing and painting. She currently is revising a middle grade novel, and author and illustrating a picture story book. She is an active member of SCBWI, Society of Children Book Writers and Illustrators.
Linda has a body of paintings, which form the foundation of her artistic development. This work can be viewed on her website: www.lindaruddyart.com
Her recent illustrations are an outgrowth of the style she developed in these paintings.
Another passion is sculpture. Linda often uses her figures as models for her art.
Linda's blog is eclectic and journeys wherever her muse guides her attention.
Her blog address is: www.wingsofwonder.wordpress.com
Following the muse,
Linda Ruddy
wings of wonder 
Yes! keep moving forward. Love the kittens. >^..^< ❤
Thanks. I’m still trying to fill my sketchbook with playful images.
Love your whimsical paintings. And I want to define my life by the pain of discipline. Writing is painful but when something works, it makes me feel alive!
Wenona….thanks for leaving a message. I’m looking for the joy in a beautifully written and powerful sentence, then the pain won’t feel like pain. It turns into passion. How’s that for a goal!!
I absolutely love your quotation – Choice is our strongest ally as we navigate through life. 🙂
Love the illustration. You are truly gifted!
Strongest ally…I like that. Much better than the alternative.
indeed, it always comes down to what we are choosing, doesn’t it? love the wee kittens.
Thanks for visiting Joss. Sometimes life chooses for us, but I like to think I have control…..