What a pleasant surprise to open my DA page and find that the 100,000th page view took place in my absence. For all who have visited, commented, and made favs - Thank You, Thank You, Thank You. To you all, a Happy and Productive New Year!

It's that time of year again so I'll be away for a few. For those of you who are used to a daily post, this withdrawal will be good practice for Lent which is right around the corner. Best wishes for a very Merry.

I arrived home to a rainy Connecticut after a week in the sunshine - but, at least, I'm reconnected to the internet. Hopefully, will have some new work soon.

It's that time of the year again - I head to the midwest tomorrow. Thus, I will wean myself from the internet for two weeks - behave while I'm gone!

It is good to be back -