back in the studio and grace

echoes of spring. mending with sunshine.

it's been a season of taking it slowly,

of learning how to rest

and offering myself grace. accepting it too.

instead of pushing

when i come to the end of my strength,

napping.

instead of beating myself up

for not getting it all done,

books.

let me tell you,

there have been lots and lots of books.

and movies.

and long slow walks with a dear friend.

tea and art museums and more naps.

back in the studio today

i eased myself in

with some playful abstract work.

echoes of spring.  detail.

but the important work

is taking place on the inside

these days.

i just have to conspire with grace

to let it take its course.