Resilience by Christie HoustonRitualistic acts are the fixed patterns of behavior I turn to when seeking balance in a world filled with distress. For me, the act of caring has been a compulsion, an expression of my humanity, which Ive repeated in my interactions with those who are less fortunate or unwell. This continuous practice of giving defines who I am and informs my artistic journey. My work has evolved to intertwine natural and symbolic imagery, creating a dialogue that