Welcome!

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I’m Shannon Childs, a designer who wants to make you smile. I started Doodles Invigorate to creatively share my thoughts and inspire others to think positive. I do this through imagery and sharing my personal life experiences. I enjoy symbolism because it engages the audience to find their own meaning to the image. These doodles have special meaning to me. I hope you will find your own special meaning as well.

Since I’ve started Doodles Invigorate I’ve made a major transition in my life—transitioning into Jesus. You can see that transition through the posts. I went from encouraging through positive thinking to encouraging through the word of God. Some posts have scripture references. I encourage you to read them and dig deep into the word. The bible has great power and all the tools for successful living.

You will see and lot of happy-go-lucky stuff on this web site. I believe a person has to counter the negative with positive. The best way to do that is through love. You will hear me say spread love a lot. I’m not talking about any kind of love, but the love of Christ.

I think it’s vital for people to continually search for hidden treasures to make life special and continually renew their minds. Doodles Invigorate is designed to help us find love, hope, joy, and peace in all things. I hope you enjoy this web site and are encouraged.  Please feel free to share the doodles that inspire you! I would love to hear your thoughts and comments, even if you disagree. Thank you for joining me on this journey!

Doodle: to draw or scribble idly.
Invigorate: to give vigor to; fill with life and energy; energize.
Definitions from dictionary.com

305 thoughts on “Welcome!”

  2. Hi,
    I’m here as you liked one of my posts so I thought I’d have a look at your blog.
    I like your doodle/word art & especially noticed your “don’t worry about judging eyes”
    I also read your about, and I think it’s completely appropriate for you to say you don’t like others images they use with their quotes. If that’s your opinion, that’s fine, we all like what we like, but it doesn’t go with your “don’t worry about judging eyes” doodle art.
    One is about judging and one is about not judging. It’s hard for me to tell where your coming from?

    • Thanks for stopping by and expressing your thoughts. The judging eyes post was catered to negative and condescending remarks that are said to purposely make someone feel bad. We live in a world where everyone judges, even myself. The point of the post is to say don’t worry about what others think. By no means was I trying to undermine anyone’s art, I just said I don’t care for it, which is the truth.

      In my opinion beauty is in the eye of the beholder. All things are beautiful. There is beauty in “ugly” and “beautiful” things. Everyone has a right to their opinion. No matter what the opinion is you shouldn’t let it hinder your self esteem. I’m sure there are people who probably think my doodles are ugly. That’s okay because I love them and that’s all that matters.

  7. Thanks for dropping by my article about Tiger Moms needing rest. Love your doodles. Maybe you can make one about Tiger Moms and Cubs needing rest?

  8. Shannon, thank you for liking my post — it gave me the opportunity to view your marvelous artwork. You are indeed gifted, and seem to know who to thank for that gift. I like your doodle, but your print and logo work are terrific! I’ll pop by now and then to check your work out! And thanks for the spiritual inspiration.

  11. Hi Thank you for visiting my blog. I really love what I just read and I am looking forward to reading more of your blog 🙂

  12. Hi – yes thanks for liking a post on my blog – glad you did as your site is full of wonder. I am also a Christian and appreciate your take on things. Some of these doodles could easily be sold as posters, on mugs etc …I’d love stuff like this…so much Christian art is a bit (I have to say) predicable…. whatever…please be encouraged!

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  18. Hey there! I have nominated you for the Light of the World Award. If you wish to participate, please check out the following page for details: http://shethp.wordpress.com/2014/03/27/light-of-the-world-award/

    Even if you do not wish to take part in the awards, I would like you to know that your doodles are always motivating and full of deep thought. Thank you for making this blog a “Light of the World” through your creativity! 😀

  22. Hi Shannon, thanks for stopping by Deeper Roots, I’m glad you liked what you read. I agree with all these, you are a very talented artist my dear. But what I loved most of all was reading your personal testimony of walking with Jesus-because that makes you my very talented sister in Christ! Keep doodling and expressing the love of God through your artwork Shannon. “Fan into flame that gift of God, which is in you…” (2 Timothy 1:6). Come visit Deeper Roots again soon.

  23. Congratulations on your wise choice! You can “go and grow” with the Lord so much further than you could ever imagine. And that only increases with your maturity in the faith…

    Thank you for visiting my site and following me. I hope to see you often!

    Steve Pejay

      • May you remember His care for you in the good times, but especially in the bad times as well!

        God will allow us to be tested, (book of James). But He will never allow us to be tempted beyond our ability to resist, (1 Corinthians).

        Enjoy your blessings in the Lord, and please visit, comment, and ask any questions at anytime!

        Steve Pejay

      • You’re entirely welcome! I too have a problem remembering these things during “rough patches” in my life! I know I have much work to do to grow in the Spirit!

        I appreciate the visits and replies!

        Steve

  24. I like your blog. It is very creative, fun and spiritual. Yes, Jesus is the BEST! Thank you, for reading my blog, it is very much appreciated!

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  28. One of the best About pages I’ve read in a long time. Love how you phrased your transition into Jesus. Blessings to you. Oh and thanks for stopping by my blog and liking my post. Your doodles are great by the way.

  30. Hello. Thanks for liking my poem, “honor” on His Deep Love. I am not able to see, so can’t comment on art, but it sounds like people really enjoy what you do. All joy, hope, peace and love is yours in Jesus.

  31. What an inspiring blog and testimony! It’s neat how God turned what was a good thing (your blog) into something even better to bring Him glory! Be blessed! Thank you for stopping by my blog!

  33. I love to doodle, and I love my Doodles (Goldendoodles) 🙂 Thank you for stopping in at my blog today. I will enjoy following you.

  34. I simply love your spirit and the positivity that you inject to your posts. You add the breath of fresh air that this world really needs. I hope you continue to PRAISE THE LORD through your messages. Be Blessed!!!

  36. Nice thoughts on your blog and excellent “mission” Shannon

    God bless you
    craig

    “Together, one mind, one life at a time, let’s see how many people we can impact, empower, uplift and encourage to reach their fullest potentials.”

    PPS
    Don’t worry about the world ending today…

    it’s already tomorrow in “little scenic and tranquil” New Zealand

  37. Hi Shannon,
    Thanks, for reading my blog and liking my post. I enjoy your blog as well. Very inspiring and creative. The doodles are very cute and makes one happy! Keep up the inspirational and spiritual concept.

    Blessings!
    Cheryl

  38. hello shannon, thank you for stopping by on my blog. I really liked the way you explained the doodles and how you feel about it. I do like to draw too but seeing what you have done is a class apart. Keep up the great work you do with the doodles and bringing smiles on people’s faces. It means a lot. Thank you again. 🙂

  41. By your intro it seems your site is very interesting so am going to follow you Shannon…..:)… looking forward for your new post!!

  44. Thank you for liking my post! Visit out my “I pledge,” page. I look forward to getting some healing and vigor from your blog whenever I may need it. If there is anything I can do for you in the form of service, please feel free to reach out. My e-mail is drjones890@gmail.com and can be found on my blog. I look forward to opening up conversation with you!

    Peace Sister

      • Thanks for the follow and I’m sure of it! I responded to your comment on my about page (still need to update that bad boy) and I hope that you’ll take me up on my offer to connect.

  45. thanks for your like. you have a nice clean style, keep it up! Have a look at my latest blogg as I show my step by step creative processes on the latest picture. The blog is called happy 300th blog J’iam!

    kindest regards,
    j’iam

  47. Nice to meet you as well! I’m looking forward to following your blog! Thanks for liking my latest post on Buggy Thoughts!

  48. Thank you for visiting my “home.” It’s a sincere pleasure to meet and walk with you on our journey to unconditonal love and light. May the warmth of the sun fill your heart with peace and laughter~ Linda

  50. I am so glad you found me so I could check uour nlog and find you!!! You are absolutely right about God’s Word being the source for all wisdom and truth. Jesus is my anchor. Without Him I lose my moorings and my thinking gets wacked on every level. You are a blessing sister. May the Holy Spirit anoint your words and usher all you touch into the joy of living with and for Jesus.
    janjoy52.wordpress.com

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