Story behind Jesus Smiles Love Painting...

From the time I was a child I was always told that Jesus loves us and that heaven is a joyous place, a place where we can be happy. I thought about it more when my young daughter requested a painting of Jesus smiling.  While I had this mental image, I never saw a picture of Jesus smiling that represented the love and happiness about which I had been told.

I wanted this painting to show that deep  joy and peace within the Savior, with a look of acceptance and friendship that our elder Brother would have of those for whom He sacrificed His life.  His joy is something I want to have and to share forever. 

I know that He will always love me and I want to live so that when I meet him again I will see his loving smile.