I created this piece when Russia invaded Ukrain 3 years ago. The words on the dove are from the Ukranian national anthem. It breaks my heart that they are still having to defend their nation.

My son is an environmental engineer who works for a company that has many federal contracts. The company has furloughed some workers and made others part-time. He is still working full time but expects to be out of work in March or April. His wife is an archivist for the National Parks.

Check out the SAVE bill. We need to stop this before millions are disenfranchised.

My daughter-in-law got a buyout letter from the government today. She's 43 years old. She's an archivist for the National Parks. We agreed we are living in a very dark time.

Bluesky

Nature and music can help me to feel peace in times of stress.

I dabble in abstract art.

Love seeing deer in our yard.

We are in the deep freeze.

I'm a reader, a walker, a volunteer,a lover of music and nature. Hoping to connect with friends from Manchester, CT and to find like-minded friends.