It’s that day again. I’d almost forgot; they come so often I’d just as soon, but Anne suggested a breakfast date, and a gift from my brother arrived yesterday. Well, not exactly a gift, rather a trade. I’d seen this classic metal sign at his place in Arkansas and offered a painting of his dog if he’d part with it. That was months ago and I’ve been busy since.

(Below) A corner of the studio, now with the new/old sign on the wall, just in case I need the reminder.

I hardly need the reminder. At the moment I’ve got a stack of projects: two major murals set up in the garage, five commissions waiting their turn, a big public painting in the offing, a lecture/demo scheduled, another art making trip coming right up (Utah), and always a plethora of my own ideas to paint. And now, that doggie for my brother.