Hope 8

Hope 8

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More leaves every day. Looking up, I see a little hope embedded in every one.

Hope 7

Hope 7

Oil on Wood

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It has been Grey and drizzly reflecting our mood. Pensive and patient.  We can do this. Whatever it takes. 

Hope 6

Hope 6

Oil on Wood

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Mother Nature is a good roll model. 

Hope 5

Hope 5

Oil on Wood

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The 2017 fire ravaged this hillside that had been a solid wall of fir trees. Now we can see the contour of the hill,  and I have learned to love the delicate lines created by what remains.

There is a lesson in this.

Also. The evening skies have been particularly stunning lately.

Hope 4

Hope 4

Oil on Wood

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And just like that, our big oak, kissed by fire in 2917 is leafing out yet again giving us hope in this dark time.

Hope 3

Hope 3

Oil on Wood

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The clouds have been dramatic, the hillsides are lush, and the birds are singing.

You would think I would paint all day.

But I am finding it hard to concentrate. 

A little painting every day is all I can do at the moment. And that seems momentous. And necessary. 

I am ever so slightly hopeful.

Hope 2

Hope 2

Oil on Wood

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Life goes on. In all its glory. 

Grateful for today.

Our children.

Their spouses.

This beautiful place.