I want to thank everyone who continued to look at my work while I took a short break from Deviant. It was something I truly needed....not just from deviant but also from many other things too. I ddid miss everyone and I am very back logged in replies but I will plow through them as quickly as possible.

The weather has improved tremendously although we are still water logged. It rains every day for some short time but at least the sun comes out and warms the soul. My garden is am explosion of color and growth. The lilies have taken off and the roses are producing new blooms. Everyday seems to bring something new and different. I can hardly keep up.

I got the next four days off...so today is mine...to do with what ever I want. Tomorrow I am supposed to go to the Bronx Botanical Garden. Hopefully it won't be too hot and sticky. Saturday and Sunday are still unplanned but definitely fireworks somewhere!