Lite-Brite, Hasbro, c. 2003; Illinois State Museum Society purchase
My Lite-Brite was one of the toys that I believe was used to cultivate my love of art and creativity. I enjoyed creating new things and patterns on it. The way the light would catch the brightly colored pegs on a sunny day and reflect onto the wall was one of the most beautiful things ever.
I often felt like I was not understood or fully accepted. Playing with my Lite-Brite made me feel at peace when things were stressful.
Watch June Chappelle discuss how he found peace through creativity as a child.