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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

I'm taking a pause from posting to get space to just garden, paint, write, and do whatever else! I may share the odd post here & there, but mostly I'm slowing down until I'm ready to share what's next. 💝 #EnergyMedicine #CreativePause #IntentionalLiving #HealingArts #MindfulCreator ✨☀️💜

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Happy Friday! ✨💜 Here is some of my artwork. Cherished pieces of cherished friends.💜 Art has a way of capturing memories, feelings, and moments in a way that is healing for the soul. #artistlife #intuitiveart #healingthroughart #mixedmediaartist #creativeflow #artasanoffering #quietcreativity

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Over the holidays I finished paintings for my adult children of their beloved cats 🐈 . Both wanted their cats painted in medieval garb--first time I'd tried anything like that! 🎨 #womenartists #artistprocess #animalart #catportrait

A portrait painting of a silver cat with a medieval ruff and outfit.

A painted portrait of a cat in medieval clothing. She is dressed as a servant with an apron, holding a basket. She is wearing a green simple dress and has a cream colored hood.

This is a reference photo for an acrylic painting of a cat. There is a grid over the photo to help with transferring the image to the painting surface.

This shows reference photos of a cat in medieval garb, with a grid pattern over the photo. The wooden board that will be painted has a base colour of red, and the grid has been transferred onto it in preparation for drawing the cat.

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

We often build walls out of "what ifs" and old stories, but the same mind that builds the prison is the one capable of designing the exit. Freedom starts with a shift in perspective. 🗝️✨ Download my free guide 10 Steps to Inner Peace. Link in bio. 💜 #healing #journey #perspective

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Happy Friday from Happy the Pocket Mouse!🐭 🎨✨Let's unlock your creative side! I’m so happy to help you find your flow through: 🫟 Creative Coaching. 🫟Interactive Workshops. 🫟Custom Commissions. Art is for everyone, especially you. 💜 DM me for details or tap the link in my bio to get started.

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Empowered kids are happier kids. 🌟 When we teach our little ones empathy and the importance of seeking truth, we’re raising the change-makers of tomorrow. They’re designed to spark kindness and meaningful connection, all while having fun. Grab your FREE download at the link in my bio! 💜 #unity

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is simply observe the inner "noise." If your thoughts feel like a whirlwind today, know this: you are already enough, exactly as you are. 💜✨ My guide, 10 Steps to Inner Peace, has helped me & might help you. Available at the link in my bio. #innerpeace #heal

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Erin Alladin @erinalladin.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Early chapter books! There's not much information out there about writing them, and I wanted to change that. I have great love for the category as an editor, author, and reader (yes, I still enjoy reading them!), and I hope this blog post shows it. #kidlit #author erin-alladin.com/2026/05/13/h...

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How to Write Early Chapter Books: Word Counts, Structure, and Series Tips

Early chapter books are 4,000- to 15,000-word short illustrated novels written for newly independent readers aged about 6–9. They’re most often published as series. In complexity, the category sits…

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Mini Motley Sanctuary @minisanctuary.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Please can you help us reach our fundraising goal? This will pay for outstanding vets bills; hay deliveries & care costs at our animal sanctuary. We’ve reached 16%! We need to hit our goal by June 🤞 Any donation is a HUGE help. We'd be so grateful: gofund.me/64fd0d385 Please spread the word 💚

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Mini Motley Sanctuary @minisanctuary.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

new in our online shop ✨ 🐏 handmade by us, using the fleece from our rescue sheep! 🎀 handsculpted with so much love, each is unique with their own facial expressions! 🎁 gift-wrapped using artisan, recycled yarns for no extra charge Every sale helps our sanctuary: minimotleysanctuary.etsy.com 💚

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

I've been planning something quietly behind the scenes. A way we can build a community to hold space for one another. A space to heal. A space to feel heard. A safe space.💛 I can't wait to share it with you. Stay tuned, it's coming soon✨️ #journeyintohealing #safespace #heal

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

This illustration and quote is from my picture book, The Nightingale's Song. It speaks of the inherent beauty that is in each child, and how our different skin colors can be likened to the various, beautiful flowers in a garden. 🌺 🌼 This book is informed by the Baha'i Faith and its teachings 💜 ❤️

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Einstein was onto something. In a world obsessed with 'growing up,' the pursuit of truth and beauty is the one place where we’re allowed to stay curious & bold Please share my free downloadable eBook. ➡️ Grab your copy of 10 STEPS TO INNER PEACE — 💜 link in bio 💜

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

I lean into creative flow and energy work to find that bridge. By combining creativity with the power we already possess, we transcend the old ways and move into a state of flow. I'm here to share what I know. Follow along, and let’s start living at our highest frequency right now. 🔗 link in bio.

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Fuel your child’s imagination with stories that spark wonder! ✨ Explore my collection of children’s books and bring the characters to life with my free downloadable coloring pages, the perfect companion to every tale! 🖍️ Your little ones can bring the characters to life with colour! 📚 💜 😍 #KidsArt

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

✨Motivational Monday✨ 🦋You have the power to create the change you desire.💫 💜 If you or someone you know would like help finding inner peace, please share my free downloadable eBook. ➡️ Grab your copy of 10 STEPS TO INNER PEACE — 💜 link in bio 💜 #inspirationalquotes #motivationalquotes #motivation

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Have a special little one in your life who loves to read and colour? Go to my website & download coloring pages that go with these books! 📚 💜 😍Find more about Greenbeard at www.torreybalsara.com Link in Bio🔗 #readforkids #ColoringPages #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #KidsArt #EarlyLearning

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

When creating feels heavy and you start questioning yourself...keep going. Doubt is loud, but your voice is louder. Be bold. Be honest. Tell your story through your art; the world needs what only you can create. 🎨✨ #motivation #art #inspiration #artistjourney

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

✨Motivational Monday✨ Embrace and enjoy each moment as it is.💫 💜 If you or someone you know would like help finding inner peace, please share my free downloadable eBook. ➡️ Grab your copy of 10 STEPS TO INNER PEACE — 💜 link in bio 💜 #motivationalmonday #hope #innerpeace #growth #quotes

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

All of my picture books come with free colouring pages you can download from my website. 🖍️📚 These are stories I’ve poured years of love, labour, and revision into. 💜 They make thoughtful gifts for little ones, and I’m also available for school presentations Visit my website. Link in bio

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

I will be there with books to sell!! 😍 If you are in the area, please come out and support us. #SarahsPlace #CanKidLit #author #illustrator #YAauthor Sarah's Place April 25 Spring Market/Open House.

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

I want a world in which EVERY CHILD knows they are precious, loved, and GOOD ENOUGH!! 💜 Children who are taught to LOVE grow up to be #peacemakers, change-makers, and the #hope for our collective future. 💜 On my website, www.torreybalsara.com, there are FREE #coloring pages 💜 #UnityInDiversity

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

The road back from trauma and burnout isn't always linear, and it’s okay to feel frustrated by the pace of your progress. Transformation happens when we swap self-judgment for self-expression. 👉 Tag someone who could use this today ➡️ Grab your copy - link in bio #energyhealing #healing #reiki

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

A few things about me: 🎨 In addition to writing and illustrating books, I love painting. ♾️I’m a certified energy medicine practitioner. 🌎 I advocate for the environment & the humane treatment of animals. 🫏 I love volunteering at a local donkey sanctuary. #artist #energymedicine #writing #artheals

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

May we always be more curious about the height we can reach than the ground we might leave behind. Let your “what if” be a promise, not a fear.💜✨ Please share my free downloadable eBook. ➡️ Grab your copy of 10 STEPS TO INNER PEACE — 💜 link in bio 💜 #innerpeace #mondaymotivation #trusttheprocess

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Want to dive into your art or a piece of soul-led work for your home? I offer creative coaching, workshops, and private commissions. 🔗 Visit the link in my bio to see how we can work together.💜 #happyfriday #art #artist #learntopaint #createtogether

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Michelle says: Be kind. Always. ❤️ @snarkysillysad.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Divers help a Port Jackson shark entangled in a fishing line: #AGoodPlace Source: www.reddit.com/r/BeAmazed/s...

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

With his ratty first mate, Snug Rumkin, Greenbeard sets sail on THE GOLDEN LETTUCE🥬, determined to become a proper pirate!🏴‍☠️ Sail away on an adventure of fun and giggles - Link in bio 💜 Free colouring pages included. 🖍️📚 #childrensbooks #readwithme #CanKidLit #ChildrensAuthor #Picturebooks

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

Things that are worthwhile take time to grow. The most rewarding harvest is one that is sown with patience, love and intention--with plenty of weeding thrown in! 🌱 Take a breath and trust the pace of YOUR journey. ✨ #innerpeace #mentalhealthresilience #traumarecovery #creativehealing

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Rob Bignell, Editor/Author @inventingreality.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

At Xitter and Facebook, scammers claiming to offer “marketing services” to writers are rampant – and like vermin sneaking aboard a ship they're following us here. Let’s stop ‘em with this handy moderation list! #authorsky bsky.app/profile/inventingrea...

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

I’m not sure how much Eleanore liked the bunny ears but she is a real sweetheart. 🥰 #donkeysofbluesky #HappyEaster #energyhealing 🌱🌟

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Happy Friday! ✨💜 I’m so happy to share a few pieces of my heart with you today. These are more than just paintings, they are cherished portraits of friends I hold most dear. Art has a beautiful way of weaving together memories and feelings, creating a quiet space for the soul to heal and reflect.

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Chow time at the donkey sanctuary. You can see “Donkey Ote” at the forefront. ♥️ Ote leaned into me as I worked with him. He doesn’t give his hugs away so that meant a lot. Beautiful kids. I love working with them. #donkeys #energyhealing #animalsanctuary

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Healing isn't linear. It moves in a spiral towards our higher Self. When we tap into our creative flow and energy work, we bridge that gap. 💜🤝 #CreativeHealing #energyhealing #Reiki Please share my free downloadable eBook. ➡️ Grab your copy of 10 STEPS TO INNER PEACE — 💜 link in bio 💜

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

What would the world look like if we all did this? If we grew to find compassion for all living things? 🌎️ When we look beyond ourselves, suddenly we see the interconnectedness of everything.💫 💜 Not only is humanity one, all of LIFE is too. #UnityInDiversity #innerpeace #quotes #healingtogether

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Mouse Pet is the third tale in the exciting picture book series "Happy the Pocket Mouse." Happy declares he wants a pet-to pat and feed, and take for walks. His friend John has other ideas. 🐭 💜Link in bio 🔗 #kidlit #CanKidlit #childrensbooks #storytime #illustrator #Childrensbookillustrator

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

🖌️ Painting and illustrating often feel like a moving meditation when the world gets overwhelming. These are the #illustrations I did for Don Gutteridge’s YA novel The Perilous Journey of Gavin the Great. 🌿✨ #creativity #mindfulness #artistlife #meditation #YAillustration #ArtAsTherapy

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

We are meant to live in unity with each other. We are ONE human family. 💜 If you or someone you know needs help finding inner peace, share my free downloadable eBook. ➡️ Get 10 STEPS TO INNER PEACE — 💜 link in bio 💜 #hope #innerpeace #growth #quotes #nelsonmandela #mentalhealth #disability #unity

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

✨✨Important Announcement✨✨ My 2nd edition novel, The Great & The Small, is now only available directly through me from my website. There is a contact form on the site. I also have exciting news that goes along with this! I will be releasing the 3rd edition soon, so stay tuned.

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

I tap into my creative flow & energy work to bridge the gap to my higher self, a connection we all have. 💜 By blending creativity with our innate power, we transcend old boundaries & step into a state of pure grace and flow. #energymedicine #creativehealing #healingthroughart #ReikiHealing ✨

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Motivational Monday✨ A reminder that your thoughts, emotions, and imagination hold power.💫 💜 If you or someone you know would like help finding inner peace, please share my free downloadable eBook. ➡️ Grab your copy of 10 STEPS TO INNER PEACE — 💜 link in bio 💜 #motivationalmonday #attract #budda

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Happy Friday! All of my picture books come with free colouring pages you can download from my website. 🖍️📚 These are stories I’ve poured years of love, labour, and revision into. 💜 They make thoughtful gifts for little ones, and I’m also available for school presentations. #childrensbooks

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

In this podcast, I share how writing the heroine of The Great & the Small’s Ananda opened my heart to compassion for the girl I once was. ✍️❤️ Click the PODCAST link in my bio for more 🔗 #YAauthor #youngadult #authorillustrator #selfcompassion #traumasurvivor #healingjourney #healingthroughart

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

A story of a dream, a nightingale, and diversity. "Brothers and sisters we shall be, stars of one sky, leaves of one tree..." ✨🌳 The Nightingale's Song teaches children that people come in all colors, shapes, sizes, and ages. Some (many) adults could stand to learn that lesson, too. 💜🐦‍⬛

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Andrea Torrey Balsara @torreybalsara.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

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