Even Pain Glitters…
…When you hold it right







The Day I Lost My House—and the Life I Thought I Was Building
A small look into how I lost everything—and began building Dove Recovery Art from the ashes. This is a piece of my story—one of the hardest chapters. But it’s also the day that led me here. The truth I am no longer afraid to tell.

From Barking to Bliss: A Monday in Motion
Public stores, service dog education, Nickys first nature walk & fun at neurology.

🌸 Sunday Shenanigans with Nicky 🌸
My sweet Nicky gets a bone every Sunday if she was a good girl all week.

April Tree Reveal!
April’s “Spring Tree” Revealed.
We’ve got:
Bunnies (so many bunnies)
Ice cream cones 🍦
Carrots and lollipops
Bright flowers
Butterflies
Eggs for Easter
Jewish stars for Passover (Dove-style, of course)

Tennis Balls, Gold Leaf, and Grandpa.
Its always a great day when I get an impromptu lunch visit from my daddy :)




Navigating Challenges with Grace
Hyundai Genesis for todays car rental and our adventures of the day.

“Building & Balancing: One Button, One Breath”
A day in the life with Dana & Nicky.
Dove Recovery Art, Dana Overland.

Finding the Right Pace
Learning to slow down, pain & medication shortages, Nicky & the dog park.