photo by Elaine A. Russell

Some days are darker than others. Today was a difficult day. Unfortunately... there are alot of things going on ... on a personal level...troubles coming knocking on the doors of people I care about... things I really have no control over... and I need to remember that... and have faith that things will work out in the best way possible.

Conversely... there are alot of really good things happening lately. Unexpected support and encouragement from "out of the blue"... kudos from people I greatly admire...positive feedback and opportunities. It's all been wonderful.

And... I am in a flare-up of my Lupus... which means I haven't been getting much done in the way of work that I need to be doing. SO... it is frustrating to say the least. I need to get better and get back to work. It is actually a good thing... as my body is forcing me to rest up and get stronger... to re-focus and re-organize...to solidify my aesthetic and forge on ahead.

And that is an awesome challenge... and one I am looking forward to embracing.