I finished my busy show season and then the following Friday one of my daughters had surgery.  She was hospitalized about four days and sent home even though she had a slight fever and high white count.  A few days later she had a check up and these conditions were worse but her doctor told her it was just an expected result of the surgery.  She continued to worsen.  I will jump forward to tell you that twice in the last few days my daughter’s condition was life threatening. She had two more surgeries and the very best surgeon there is.  I am convinced that through the power of God, this man was moved to save her life.  She is now recovering and hopefully all will proceed to a healing and good outcome.

With all my art having been on hold, I am now getting back to a somewhat normal schedule. I am very pleased with the progress of the commissioned work I am doing. I am finishing a project for my niece and also teaching a class.  I usually do six sessions all together for beginners but with my group of continuing students, we decided to do two sessions a week, the second week of the month for an indefinite amount of weeks.  This should avoid most other calendar events and give us time for work at home in between the classes.  I love holding the sessions because the students are so hungry for the information.  They ask great questions and listen intently to my suggestions and instruction.

In the coming year I plan a few unique pieces so I am eager to get started.  Hugs to you all.  I will post photos when I can.  Shalom