Greetings, all, from the Maine coast (here, fortunately, being MUCH cooler than Philadelphia!) -<br><br>I had the pleasure last evening of sitting on a comfortable and beautiful bench crafted by a Maine artisan while looking at a two panel work, "Healing the Break," by Kate Cheney Chappell and headset listening to a rich song, also of that title, inspired by Kate's work, by Maine singer songwriter Cindy Bullens. The installation is currently at The Boothbay Opera House where Nancy and I were for a concert. A great surprise as I'd had no idea I would find these two artists, among others, whom I know and whose work I enjoy, as an inspiring few moments before the concert. Visit <u><a href="http://paintersplayersandpoets.com">paintersplayersandpoets.com</a></u> if you're interested in more.<br>
<br>I've been noticing how I periodically reflect on Buena's loss of her longtime friend, partner, companion, husband: certainly something more and more of us will encounter in the not too distant future, but I would wish it not be with such excruciating suddenness. My experience last night and reflecting on Rena's work (we've just been reminded of her through this same great connecting Jane offers us) and not too long-ago loss, lead me to wish for each of us to be held and sustained by the creativity and beauty all around us.<br>
<br>Warm (no pun intended of course) thoughts to everyone,<br> Judy<br clear="all"><br>-- <br>Judith A. Powers<br>4337 Larchwood Ave<br>Philadelphia, PA 19104<br>215-387-0661<br>