Lori Wayfair Interview Published on: 06, Jan 2025

100% living all over and traveling often, since I was a child has changed my understanding and view of life. I have experienced different cultures and ways of life all over America and the world. Diversity isn’t always an easy gift to wear but I’m grateful to have a deeper understanding of others different than myself or what only know one community for life could offer. I’ve been able to learn and grow as a person by experiencing many places and peoples.

My Spirituality and connection to the metaphysical world has been evident for me since birth (as strange as that sounds to some). I would say it influences my views and endeavors in all ways which comes out in my writing. I have inner struggles with writing some of my fiction or even true story ideas I have because in essence it would steer away from my spiritual views and what i find important for humans to promote and make available for one another. I guess only time will tell if ill hold to my guns or write a real eye popper someday. ;)

The experiences I’ve had and my connection to the spiritual realm, and as the Spirit guides and inspires me, will continue to influence upcoming projects for sure.

My childhood feels like it was in another world often. I was raised between different households: wherever my mom was and with my grandparents on a small farm in northern Michigan. Spiritual and extraordinary things started happening to me from a very young age. I grew up with a wonderful family who were sick and overcoming hurt themselves, but strong and had a lot of love.

The combination of being sick on top of enduring abuse I believe further increased my sensitivity to metaphysical reality and to others. I can’t remember a time I didn’t want to help others or make others around me feel good, special, lifted.

I often felt like I’d always be trapped into a dark place because of my illnesses and experiences but God has another plan. I started reading at a very young age, and tested college level reader at age 4. Writing and reading always seemed a part of me as much as any other part of me, my eyes, hands, toes. In my isolation, books and writing were a much needed escape for me helping to mold me into the creator I am today.

This question put a huge smile/grin on my face right away and energy in my chest. My daughter, wow she is everything to me and for me. I believe she was designed to keep me going in this life at a point our Creator knew id be done with it. Id like to share a bit about her.

I was married at a young age and a military wife when we found a small church in Riverside Ohio where we had been attending for about a month. I had a profound experience there when a guest speaker came to that church and was said to have the gift of prophecy (i had only been to 1 other church that was so open about spiritual gifts). I remember the message he conveyed was powerful but mostly all I remember was the end when he said, “anyone who wants to hear from God come to the altar”. I was not the only person ready and willing to go. My ex-husband wasn’t able to make it to the front with me and was back lost in the crowd. When the man finally made it to me to pray – I had been standing silently praying about having a baby. I had been married for quite a while and couldn’t understand why I didn’t conceive. He told me to lift my hands to God and pray – which I did as tears streamed down my face. He soon said, “Don’t worry a baby is on the way.” Wow!!! God did hear me!!!!! and cared!!!!!

Shortly after that SEVEN people contacted me within a month and asked me if I’m pregnant or told me they had a dream I was a mom of a girl or 2 girls depending on the person.

Nearly 30 years later my little girl was born. She is my little miracle and my heart. Often a challenge and very brilliant. We have faced many challenges together and will overcome everything in front of us together. We are very excited about her future and all God has planned for her. Mila is an amazing artist but also has a loving sensitivity and connection with animals with a flare to be a Veterinarian. Only time will tell.

Mila continues to inspire me to be better at anything I do and strive for. She inspires me to have a pure heart in a whole new way.

I've always been drawn to creativity, art, and writing. Every tree I make is out of the love I have for nature and the divine connection between humanity and trees. I love to use natural mediums when I create. About 10 years ago when Mila was an infant, I dove into making wire art trees and suncatchers, though our frequent travels meant our craft was often on pause. Having stability helps a lot and being able to afford the supplies.

Mila blew me away when she joined in at age 5 and started creating amazing pieces. One of her tree's is displayed at our local library and makes my heart swell every time I see it.

The journey to wire art was almost mystical - it came to me as a vision before wire trees became popular on platforms like Etsy. It just felt like... me. When I create these pieces, I feel a deep spiritual connection, a true expression of myself, and a profound freedom working with my hands. The process of manipulating wire and gems until each piece feels just right is deeply satisfying. I love how wire can be both solid and flexible, allowing me to shape trees and other designs in countless ways. It reminds me of working with clay on a pottery wheel - there's that same sense of connecting with the material and bringing a vision to life. Each completed piece brings a sense of accomplishment and joy.

We really look forward to making new art together and hopefully really honing our craft as we go.

Through my spiritual journey, no matter what answers, mysteries, or truths are revealed to me, truly Love has always been the greatest answer to every area of life.

Love opens the doors to profound self-love, healing, forgiveness, compassion, and wisdom the world truly needs. It motivates and inspires the best in all of us. I’ve learned that Love is the core of all hope and flourishing life. This understanding has transformed how I see both my creative work and my daily interactions - everything becomes an opportunity to express and experience this fundamental force that connects us all.

Ancient wisdom and spiritual practices have deeply influenced my writing, particularly in my book "Being Magickal" which directly explores these traditions and their relevance to modern life. My studies of ancient beliefs have helped me understand the timeless threads that connect humanity across centuries - our search for meaning, our relationship with nature, our connection and relation to our own Creator and Co-Creators, existence, and our quest for spiritual understanding.

While not all my works, like "The Butterfly Garden," explicitly focus on these themes, my deep appreciation for ancient wisdom naturally flows into my writing voice and perspective.

My characters and stories emerge from a combination of real-life experiences and imagination. In my children's books, the characters are loving blends of the many children I've had the privilege to care for over the years, my own childhood experiences, and precious moments with my daughter.

The process of creating characters is fascinating and often deep for me - they often become a mosaic of personalities I've encountered throughout my life, with each person contributing something unique to the final character. Sometimes it's a gentle gesture from one person, combined with the determination of another, that brings a character to life.

Currently, I'm working on more personal projects that draw directly from true events. One is a short story, submitted to a contest, that reimagines a powerful experience from my own childhood through the lens of fiction. I find this approach - weaving reality with imagination - allows me to explore deeper truths while protecting the privacy of real individuals who've influenced my journey.

Whether writing for children or adults, fiction or non-fiction, I believe the authenticity of real experiences combined with creative storytelling creates the most compelling narratives - ones that can touch hearts and inspire growth in others.

I definitely have a bit of Transcendentalism in me. ? Nature is so pertinent to human well-being. It is another doorway to the Divine, self-reflection, and healing.

In my wire art, each tree I create captures nature's resilience and beauty, while my suncatchers celebrate the way natural light dances through crystals and glass.

This connection to the natural world flows deeply through my writing as well. All three of my published books feature nature as more than just a setting - it's a living, breathing presence that teaches and transforms.

Whether I'm writing children's stories about magickal gardens or crafting spiritual guidance about connecting with the Divine, nature always emerges as a central character. The rhythms of the seasons, the wisdom of trees, the delicate balance of ecosystems - these aren't just backdrops but essential teachers in my work. I truly have a hard time even imagining life without nature being a main character role. Remember when a tree exhales a human inhales.

The warrior spirit in me has always manifested as a fierce dedication to helping others, even from childhood. At eighteen, I started my first outreach program in Dayton, Ohio, making and distributing food bags to those in need. Despite others' cynicism, seeing people gratefully receive these simple gifts reinforced my belief that there's never a wrong time to show kindness.

My ministry weaves together spiritual and practical support - from offering prayer and guidance to providing whatever resources I can share. I've discovered that my greatest strength lies in the ability to love and forgive what others might consider unforgivable, to see possibilities where others might see dead ends. This perspective has taught me that true strength isn't about being tough - it's about maintaining an open heart even in the face of adversity.

In my books, this balance naturally emerges through characters who demonstrate that kindness isn't weakness.

Faith and spirituality are the foundation of everything I create. In my children's books, this manifests through themes of wonder, connection to nature, and the magick of everyday moments. My non-fiction work "Being Magickal" more directly explores spiritual teachings and practices. Whether I'm crafting wire trees, writing stories, or working on new projects, my faith naturally flows through every creative expression.

I believe creativity itself is a spiritual practice - a way of channeling Divine inspiration into forms that can touch and transform others. Even when the spiritual elements aren't explicit, they're present in the underlying messages of hope, love, and interconnection that weave through all my work.

Mila is truly a miracle and a promise from God. Our journey together has faced extraordinary challenges, but these have only strengthened our bond and purpose. She inspires me to live, keep living, and strive to be the best version of myself possible.

I believe children are our mirrors, and Mila has been my greatest teacher. Through parenting her, I've been challenged to face the deepest, darkest, and best parts of myself. She's helped me confront and heal core beliefs and childhood experiences I didn't even realize were present until I became a mother.

Watching her join me in creating art fills me with pride and gratitude. Her natural creativity and enthusiasm inspire my own work and seeing her explore and grow is a constant source of joy. Being her mother makes me stronger - knowing I am her guardian on earth gives me purpose and motivation to shed unhealthy practices from my life. Every day with her is both a blessing and an opportunity for growth.

While I may not directly connect my wire art, drawing, painting, and photography, or other forms of creating, to my writing, I believe all forms of creativity flow from the same source and nourish each other. Each artistic expression - whether it's shaping wire into trees, capturing moments through photography, or crafting stories - adds to my understanding of beauty and connection.

When I work with my hands creating art, it opens channels of inspiration that ultimately influence everything I do. The patience required to shape a wire tree, the eye for detail needed in photography, the sense of color and balance in painting - these all contribute to how I see and describe the world in my writing. Every creative act shapes who I am as an artist, leading to new inspirations and possibilities.

My spiritual practice is a natural fusion of wisdom from across the world, much of which came intuitively to me as a child. This understanding has deepened my connection with humanity and helped me bridge gaps between different spiritual traditions. Daily, I focus on prayer, meditation, and positive mantras while channeling the Holy Spirit. I often work with natural elements - pine, apple leaves, water, and oils - to strengthen my spiritual connection.

The more time I dedicate to deepening my relationship with God and my true self, the clearer my creative inspiration becomes. This dedicated spiritual practice brings clarity to my motivations and energizes my writing with authentic purpose. It's a continuous flow - the deeper I go in my spiritual practice; the more naturally divine inspiration weaves itself into my creative work.

I joined AllAuthor - Discover New Books, eBook Deals and Authors earlier this year and they have been wonderfully supportive of my author journey. I especially appreciate their professional book mock-ups, which offer great value and help present my work beautifully. The platform has given me opportunities to connect with fellow authors and readers, expanding my literary community. The staff's helpfulness and encouragement make it a truly positive experience!