When I walked out of the art studio on Sat, March 7, 2020, I had just finished glazing this one piece and placed it on the shelf for final firing. I had no idea I wouldn't see it again until 9 months and 8 days later. This piece is symbolic of how much the world has changed yet remained the same since the last time I saw it. Going into the middle of March, no one had any idea what was to come. Not even scientists, sociologists, political analysts, or financial experts could have predicted what was to eventually transpire.

For me personally, this year has been one of wins and losses, personal reflection, emotional growth, physical challenges, and helping to support those "around" me (near and far). There really are no words to describe the highs and lows we have all experienced.

This particular ceramic piece was actually a departure from my signature style of simple, clean, modern, and white. My intention was to experiment with the mixing of starkly different colors that were uncharacteristic of my artistic portfolio, not knowing how it would turn out on the other end. Much like this year I have been wondering for months how this piece (trapped in a closed art studio) would look like when I saw it on the other side. While certainly different than I would have predicted, it is unique and has taken a new form. It reminds me of how blessed I am for my overall health (mind, body, and spirit), my family & friends, and, quite frankly, waking up this morning with breath in my lungs.

May you all be blessed this holiday season, dominate your days, and bring on 2021!!!