Wait.. It’s 2026.. Still Disabled!

That’s where my Art for Independence page comes in.
I created it for one simple reason..
To use the thing I love most.
My art. 
To help fund the things that give me freedom. Independence isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. 
And if painting, creating, and sharing my work helps me get closer to that?.. Then it deserves its own space and its own voice.

If you’d like to understand this on a deeper level.. 
The why, the need, and what it truly means to me. 
Please do check out my Art for Independence page. I’ve added a button that will take you straight there, so you don’t have to go hunting around the website.

2026, for me, is about raising levels across the board..

My confidence..

My mental health..

My understanding of my physical health..

This year comes with hospital appointments, learning curves, and a deeper dive into what’s going on with my bowels, as doctors work through further investigations and procedures to get a clearer picture.. alongside teeth extractions (still rude, by the way), and a growing need to truly understand what my body is doing rather than just pushing through it..

Creatively.
I’m also stepping it up..
I’m levelling up in my art, particularly my acrylic canvas painting.
Bigger ideas.
Bolder choices.
More trust in my instincts, and far less time asking whether something is “good enough.”
It doesn’t need permission to exist!
Neither do I..

You’ll also be seeing a lot more of me on YouTube.. And yes… that’s terrifying!! Haha!

This year I’m properly stepping out of my comfort zone.. Talking more.
Sharing more. 
Being seen more.
Not because it’s easy.
But because it matters.
Growth doesn’t happen quietly, and I’m done shrinking myself to stay comfortable..

On a separate but very important note. 
2026 is also about getting my body stronger..
Gently.
Safely.
With intention.
I’m starting to exercise and build strength now so that when I get my new active chair, my body is ready to move with it.
not fight against it.
I want activity back in my life.
I want movement on my terms.
And I’m willing to put the work in to make that happen..

So no, this year isn’t about new year, new me..

It’s new year, upgraded me..

Same heart.
Same humour.
Same chaos. 
Just stronger.
Louder.
And rolling forward with purpose..

Here’s to 2026..

Let’s see what we build..