It has been a busy time here in PA. Bruce is recovering from surgery and he is not back one hundred percent. I am doing better with the circulation in my legs by wearing the compression stockings. I am having some trouble formatting this page. Sometimes it is a complete mystery to me. Today, the words and images are giant size. I will not say much just in case this is all transferring to you in this strange format. Anyway, I have been working on three or four paintings that are in progress and I have found everything to be causing me trouble. I don’t usually have creative block but there is a lot of stress right now. It seems to be interfering with my work. My sixteen year old granddaughter has been dealing with anorexia and now she is suicidal. Of course her family is trying to get the best help for her but this is not an easy task. It sometimes feels as though a nightmare has taken over all of life. Even in dark times we continue to have faith. I hope to be making progress in my work soon and then I will post more regularly. I wanted to host another class but things are just too stressful at the moment. I have posted a photo of my orchid blossoms that continue to cheer me in the white haze of our first real snowfall. I hope to make more connection with you with my art as soon as things calm down. But it looks as though this show season will not be as active as some previous years. Also, I noticed, that I have had some recent viewers in China. My prayers are with you as you struggle against this mighty attacker virus. I pray for the plague to be stopped and the affected ones to recover and also that you will have the supplies you need to survive. For now, shalom.