...a gift...or is it two?

My friend John supports himself by growing cherries, something he does very well. What I didn't know about him (since we'd been out of contact for 30+ years) is that he is also an artist. During the busy years of raising a family and making a living John let his art go by the wayside. Since his life has been turned upside down and given a good shake he's returned to his passion to help keep him grounded.

I am the lucky recipient of one of his creations--a blown glass, cobalt blue ornament.



I am in awe of his talent. I am impressed that he heard me when I said, "I love cobalt blue."



The Christmas tree is no longer up, but I hated to pack the ornament away. Instead, it is now hanging in my front entryway where rays of sunshine will make it shine even brighter.

Thanks, John!