Grateful To Be Here

I’ve never been big on celebrating my own  birthdays, especially as I’ve gotten older. But, this year feels different. Mainly because of last year and so much loss that unfortunately continues. It has made me realize that marking another birthday is a privilege. To have people who care about me, a roof over my head, food in my fridge, art supplies, and my wits about me (more or less) - these things are such gifts. So, happy 68th birthday to me. I am so grateful to be here.