You know when something happens that you very much didn’t expect and don’t want? It’s been a painful week.

These days it feels as if the bullies are winning everywhere, on the world stage and in the private rooms. I’m exhausted and sad and angry and several other emotions besides. But as they say, the only forward is through.

And this too shall pass.

It’s still hard.

I realize this is vague, but that’s all I’m comfortable sharing at the moment. On the bright side, changes in my life mean more time for writing and art–once I can focus. Well, I can’t focus, but I’ll show up and do the work anyway. Generally, I believe that you can’t wait for the focus or calm before you get down to the work. You get down to the work and the focus or calm will follow. Eventually. Fingers crossed. Okay, so maybe it never comes, but in the end you’ll still have the work.

If you want to follow along and get some art, come on over to Patreon. In the meantime, may this week bring you what you need. Thanks for reading.