sometimes art is bitter sweet

It always is a wee bit sad parting with a piece; but this one hurts. I have used this piece as my shop banner, the picture on my business card, & often as my profile pic. It's creation seemed like God was involved with it by the way that it came about so smoothly with each stoke of color going perfectly in place. I was just considering removing it from my shop when Marian, who lives in England, asked me to reserve it for her. I know how much she loves it & that she will give it a good home, but for the time being my heart is breaking a bit.