Life Lately 🪐 things take an unexpected turn..

[@tammydinh]

this video was so touching, i can relate a lot to the family drama and stress and guilt and aging parents. i’ve been reading the comments, and you’ve cultivated such a caring and thoughtful community sha’an. you are so strong, and i’m so excited to see all your fun projects coming up this year 🥹💕 as far as delegating goes, i’ve been dabbling with a youtube editor who does like half of my videos and it’s honestly freed up so much of my time and creative energy!

[@vanillerygarden]

My father-in-law has parkinson´s too. Not the shaking kind, but the one where he freezes up. It seems like it´s the same your dad has? It is so hard, because you never know how the day is going to be for them. Both my dad and my FIL are 85. I am only 39. It feels like this is happening "too early". Even though we are not super close, it´s still my family and I love them. It is hard and I feel for you so much!

[@furrylittlepeach]

yoohoo! this is just a little personal life update - I'll have a new video sharing some thoughts I've had on why starting is so hard and how paralysing a blank canvas can be coming tomorrow or the next day! See you very VERY soon!

[@meghan369]

Omg no ways.. This topic is something I'm struggling with right now!! Can't wait.

[@fotomagrol]

That moment in life when you fill finally I am in a mature cool place, to suddenly realice that our parents are old tooo, and a new chapter in life stars when we star taking care of them like they did with us. ITs magic but also surreal momento to realice how time truly is short .

[@fridagarcia6696]

Thank you for sharing! I hope things get better! You are doing amazing and watching you and your videos helps me overcome my own fears, and not feeling alone

[@christy-anne-jones]

I love your videos so, so much, Sha'an. Even though the start of the year was so hard on you, you made this video/life update beautiful. Such lovely, gentle cinamatography 😭 Hope the rest of your 2025 is less stressful 💛

[@piadabrown]

Oh, my heart goes out to you. Clearing your childhood home out is such a tough thing to do. I've actually been going through the same process with my parents/family all through the last year because Mom was diagnosed with Parkinson's & Dementia & had to move to a home care center, so my whole life turned upside down with theirs as well. You can do it though. Even if you'll feel drained as hell on some days, remember you are giving your best out of love 🫂

[@CheekyMissy]

Hey Sha’an! I’m sorry to hear about the stress you have over how to care for your aging dad! One thing that helped me with my mum and grandparents was getting them Apple Watches. They are high risk for falls, and having fall detection on their Apple Watch has been such a peace of mind thing for all of us. If mum has a fall and she can’t contact someone, her watch will detect it and call emergency services as well as her emergency contacts. Hope this helps!

[@jalyssa007]

Y'all are literally my favorite couple ❤I'm excited for your new book! I have children now and I know they are going to love it too.

[@kyliemena6869]

I just wanted to say this video really forced me to reflect on how long I’ve been following you and religiously watching your videos. You have had such an impact on my creative life by your vulnerability and willingness to share parts of yours. You will always be the best creator out there in my eyes you’re the goat and congrats on that 4th book deal!!

[@Joanapfelmus]

Loved Rockets vibrato when he sang that one note 🔥 still awaiting an album since you gifted him the OP-1 haha

[@beansbev_]

My heart is with you and your family, Sha’an! My dad’s had Parkinson’s for 20 years now (he got it at age 45) so I empathize with you so much. It’s so important to share info and tips - let me know if you have any questions as the kid of someone with it (who’s also aging).

[@ShadeLeeds]

Love you, Sha’an!!

[@carlisketches]

It’s so scary to see your parents aging and trying to figure out how to take care of them as well as yourself. I hope you are able to find peace and relaxation in your future and work! Sending hugs 🧡

[@Pomelo.Digital]

4 min in now.. Oh Sha’an! I totally relate to an elderly parent. Remember to take a breath and that you also need to put on your oxygen mask before helping others. Eat healthy, take walks outside, sleep where you can. You also GET to spend time with your family - how lucky 🙂🥰

[@0o0TheQueenBee0o0]

Thanks so much for sharing your experience with your dad and for being so open about your feelings and what a stressful period it has been for you. I too have ageing parents and I worry so much about them and the future and what is the best thing to do to support them, so this video really helped me feel that I am not alone. thank you :-)

[@sketchello]

I know from experience how hard it is when you’re parents reach that age, both of mine are in their 80s now (84/88). Thankfully we live together but even though I am there on a daily basis I still find it’s definitely a balancing act for me trying to do the best by them as well as trying to be a full time artist. Anyway, I hope your papa is doing well and settling in his new home ❤

[@beet_nic]

this is so beautifully honest!!! you are a light in this insane time and I luv to see new uploads pop up 💚

[@Face_flower]

I've been following you from early Tumblr days, this is such a raw and honest story time Sha'an. Thanks for sharing, you're such a strong cookie - i'd have crumbled in that situation but you made it through. It's really cool all your siblings came together and used your strengths to get things done. Hopefully now you'll be able to spend more time with your Dad and build that connection again. Exciting things moving into 2025, yay! NEW BOOK LETS GOOOO! xo

[@pencilcritter]

Hey Sha’an! So sorry to hear that life’s been tough for you lately, I felt that phone call cry 😞 Still it’s heartwarming to see the way that you look at life by focusing on the moments/pockets of joy even when things are difficult 💛 Lots of love to you, Rocket, and Tonka!

[@wittlecloud]

If you come to San Francisco let me know I'll show you around!! 🐸💛

[@Pomelo.Digital]

Happy lunar new year, Sha’an and Rocket!! 🧧

[@jessicamorgan763]

Sounds like you’ve been on a bit of a roller coaster ride and it’s only January!Sending you all the good vibes as you embark into the unknown! Sorry about your dad, it’s a weird phase of life when you start caring for them. Congratulations on the book! 🎉 Can’t wait for it to be published! 📕 🎊

[@vanillerygarden]

Btw, I only do window paintings with tempura and finger paint in two layers. No streaks visible after that.

[@anniebell6846]

My mums aging and in a different country which also leaves me stressed but thankfully my brother does step in and help.

[@kneestaycold]

Congrats on the new book illustration release and signing for your next book! I’m also very thankful for you sharing about your struggles with watching your parents get older. It’s such a weird feeling from them taking care of you to you taking care of them!

[@tianhezwa]

thank you for sharing 💕here is a Q related to creating professionally : when a project stresses you out, does it hinder your creative spirit / take away the fun ? Does drawing release the stress ?

[@maemaenadh]

I’m so excited for the books! Congrats! 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@uhbeautifulmes]

Hey Sha'an-- I am in a very similar place just now getting back into work after stressful time "off" including a parent being in the hospital, and now trying to find a new work schedule around part-time caregiving for the first time 💛 I can *totally* relate to feeling stressed and worried about trying to do everything "right" while navigating these unsettling (but totally necessary!) transitions. Sending you warm & fuzzy hugs from the other hemisphere, you're doing a great job! Taking space from our work for our family's sake (when we can) is a worthwhile boundary, indeed ☀

[@mrl_44]

Such a sweet personal blog Sha'an!!! Your papa looks lovely, so nice to hear you're able to be close again xx

[@helenm1085]

Realising that you have to take care of your parents is so scary!! My dad is a bit younger but he's been really socially isolated and then his one proper friend died, and I feel soooo responsible for helping him to stay positive and try new social activities. It sounds like you did a really good job with helping your dad out, even though it was super chaotic! And like... Not at all embarrassing to cry over!! Being exhausted and overwhelmed at the same time is like a perfect recipe for baking up some crying, so it makes sense that that's what came out of the oven

[@pforplukis]

I don't think I've ever been this early :,) I loved the style of this video and all of the clips of your travel. I share a lot of your goals for this year, I hope we accomplish them!

[@annamaeouimet8812]

Oh my goodness you are so wonderful and are doing so well and I am so excited for your new books and I have so much fun watching your videos and please take your time don't feel like you need to make this if it is to much right now take your time of course I will always love seeing your stuff and what your up to but I think I can speak for then myself that we want you to be happy and healthy. Oh and can you please tell Tonka that I say Hi!!!

[@monikahthehuman2365]

I hope the rest of your month/year gets a whole lot better!

[@KurtesolWafelosi]

I love this!!! Thanks for sharing ❤

[@_definite_maybe]

Such a roller coaster of emotions! Sha'an, you are one wonderful human being, I wish you strength and peace!❤ And congrats your new book deal!🎉 #answermepeach: do you have any tips for when you want to do something exciting, but you also need to go through some hard/boring/scary steps for that to happen?

[@emilym8308]

i visited tassie for the first time in december and fell in love. ill definitely be moving there eventually. your mum's place looks divine, what a gorgeous view. she is so lucky and its so sweet how proud you are of her. ive had a bit of family drama throughout my life so i definitely can relate to what you've been going through. hang in there and lean on rocket/your mum until the dust settles. loved this particular vlog, felt very personal and real yet still wholesome and sweet. i dont have any questions for your Q/A yet but ill be sure to think of something :)

[@layersofloriiii]

Congrats on the new book! Can’t wait to see!

[@Singalong519]

Are you a middle child? You have such strong middle girl energy (responsible for your siblings, a peace maker, and caring). Coming from a middle child 😁

[@furrylittlepeach]

I am :-)

[@Habichl]

Lemme give you a big hug Sha'an!!!

[@brokenmolar]

Any time I’ve painted on windows, I mix dish soap into the acrylic paint to make it easier to get off in the end. I never really noticed it was streaky but I was generally just doing one color line work. I wonder if a little foam roller for coloring would be good for an even application 🤔

[@tina7151]

My mom couldn't let go of stuffs. My parents live in this big house bec of all the things that we rarely use. In exchange for all this material things she made things harder for my dad.

[@larajaku]

Oh dear Sha'an 💛 sending you lots of strength and power hugs. Thank you for this heartwarming and honest video! Would you mind sharing where your cute pink mic is from? Excited to see what this year has in store for you, I love all of your vids - you’re a big inspiration ✨ #answermepeach any tips on how to gain confidence in your art/ work and how to reach out to people and present your work. I struggle with perfectionism and staying consistent with sharing my work online…

[@pomegranateindustries]

The magic 8 ball is so relatable 😅🐻 Sending positive vibes your way 🌟💖

[@monawatson9523]

Wish you all the best for 2025 🧡 I made a list about things that give me energy and also drain my energy, I found this very helpful to visualize especially in moments where I felt like going beyond my boundaries, maybe this is something that can help you too. Lots of love to you ♥️ #answermepeach: would love to know your journaling routine, like stream of consciousness writing, if this is something you do, I saw your video about the morning pages in the artist way and am so curious how it’s been going :)

[@kathrynegan4510]

Just googled and it said enamel paint if you want it to stay. It takes longer to dry. Hope this helps. ❤

[@lynettedavila86]

So exciting!

[@roxannhanson8148]

omg that watermelon looks so good

[@laurenodea6722]

❤❤❤ my question is- is your mum also an artist? she’s so cool

[@tina7151]

Question: can you share your experience with eczema? What products helps? What are your triggers?

[@KurtesolWafelosi]

Painting on the windows: is there an acrylic spray paint you could use as base? So i wouldn't be streaky? And it could maybe scrape off with a ceramic stove top scraper/cleaner... you should test ist beforehand obvi 😅

[@alipinzon8442]

You and Rocket are so god damn cute!!!!!!!

[@WIZARDOF0Z]

Sending you nothin' but good energy from my end! #answermepeach - as someone who just graduated and is finally starting to be thrust into a truly "adult" lifestyle (finding housing, finding a better job, marketing myself) do you have any recommendations for someone who feels like it's just an uphill scramble? I feel like my disorganized chaos is gonna give me grey hairs very soon.

[@rubencastilleja6163]

I'm writing my first children's book what would be the best way to authorize it self-publish or go through a publisher# ask me Peach

[@NadaSerafimovic]

Lovely video!!! I would ask if you think that being freelance illustrator is normal to be too busy finding work while you are working on projects you already signed up? I always feel i don't have other choice in order to have income continuously... Hugs from Serbia!

[@Pomelo.Digital]

With so much going on, how do you manage to stay present during fun partner time with Rocket/family/friends, or are you always thinking about content and work? #AnswerMePeach

[@77elphie]

can i ask what type of camera you use? It looks beautiful

[@christinaw1422]

Do you sell your art?

[@layersofloriiii]

💚💚💚💚

[@furrylittlepeach]

[@EndrewMichel]

do you have plans to come to brazil?? if so please let me know hihieihi #answermepeach

[@DeathOfLadybugs]

[@lilianr513]

your mom sounds like a beast

[@furrylittlepeach]

She is! 💪🏼

[@RulesofPepper]

Your dad 's ex wife who's your mom's older sister?

[@WildRose22S]

#answermepeach hey! Have you ever thought about doing a event or book signing in the US? ❤🩷❤

[@jeddred-e3m]

White washed

[@furrylittlepeach]

Huh?