Light of Hope - Limited Edition Paper Thomashire Thomas Kinkade captures the beauty

Thomas Kinkade captures the beauty and simplicity of a quiet afternoon on the beach

I was so taken with the simple message of the classic Christmas carol

On a nearby bench serenely sleeps a family cat dappled in warm sunshine as the birds' melodious songs float in the air

But that moment of calm may soon be interrupted

I even included a depiction of myself as a little boy looking out in awe at the distant bay as a fog shrouded ship departs for points unknown

Light of Hope - Limited Edition Paper Thomashire Thomas Kinkade captures the beautyThe lighthouse is a powerful symbol that has been consistently used in the artwork of Thomas Kinkade. In practical definition these structures are beacons built to safely steer ships and their crew clear of danger during raging storms or in the darkness of night. As the spiritual metaphor so often used by Thom, a lighthouse can be thought of as a guidepost in life, one operating in the face of personal trials and tribulations. And, whether perceived