In uncertain, stressful times like these, I’m reminded of a piece I made years ago when I first started working with clay. I had spent quite a bit of time attaching pieces on a hump mold (so I could only see the underside). After several hours of work...I realized I hated it and felt that I had just wasted a bunch of time. I hated it so much I almost threw it in the trash. However, something told me I should just wait, let it dry, and see how it looked on the other/top side. So glad I did...because when I flipped it over a couple days later I was pleasantly surprised.

It is now one of my favorite pieces...not because it’s my best work...but because it reminds me that life can sometimes feel yucky and ugly but persistence and patience can bring blessings you least expect. May we all find the blessings through this all.