My beautiful daughter Tara

I've told many that I don't see Tara as my offspring it is more like she's my little mother. She has taught me so much about myself, about life, about the important things in life. I've grown because of her.

Tara's middle name is Dolka which is a Tibetan name for Green Tara. Tibetans practice chanting and prayers to Dolka. The practice helps to overcome fear and anxiety, but devotees also believe that she can grant wishes, eliminate suffering of all kinds and bring happiness.

When I was in need of healing, I drew pictures of Tara as a goddess because to me she gives me strength when I need it.

I printed the artwork on some t-shirts and gave them away to dear friends. I have a few more and have listed it on madeit.com .