Noah's arrival

Who can resist a baby? Certainly not me, so I was delighted to be around for Noah's birth and to spend a week helping out my younger daughter and her family as they adjusted to Noah's arrival.

The beautiful first grandson.

The two princesses who will protect him and boss him around--on the left, cousin Angelica and big sister Marin on the right.

My husband Mike enjoys some snuggle time.

I do enjoy being a grandparent.

And now I have returned to my home, where the snow has melted and crocus are blooming and the evenings provide a cacophony of frogs from the ponds in the pasture.

This week I will get back to the rhythm of painting, posting, planning future art shows and gallery searches.

I am lucky to have such a full life!