Thankyou all for the well wishes for my mom,  and for the positive comments on my work.  I'm pleased to report my mom is doing so much better.  I'm feeling a lift on my mood-and think I'll try painting today.  I knew it had to be tied to my mother's health.  
  It's going to be a HOT one her in Long Beach today-even hotter inland.  Enjoy the sun, and stay cool my friends!  Spring is here.