A QUICK PERSONAL NOTE

Aug 22, 2026

By Melissa Mitchell

A Quick Personal Note

Sometimes life asks us to set everything else aside for a little while.

My daughter in California is facing an unexpected medical emergency and will be having surgery tomorrow morning. I’m on my way to be with her and her family, and at the moment, I don’t know how long I’ll be away.

For now, Evoke Studio & Gifts will be closed, and my writing, artwork, and a few of the other things I normally share here will need to pause while I focus on my family.

I’ll be back when I can.

Thank you for your patience, understanding, and for continuing to follow along with all the things I create and share here.

Your support means more than you know.

—Melissa