my bea-u-ti-ful neice who i have yet to meet but send loving thoughts and dreams to. at 8 months i already see a delighted soul who is embracing the world and the need for her to be in it! so glad you are with us!

China: figurines made of porcelain or ceramic material; a communist nation that covers a vast territory in eastern Asia, Me Reed: the straight stalk of any of various tall grasses Lloyd: male proper name, from Welsh llwyd "grey"
Last night Minami, from Japan, came to my house to deliver this gift. An enormous painting (nearly 5 feet by 6 feet) that carries its own pulsating life, inspired by her yoga and meditation teacher (that would be me!). I felt so honored! Certainly one of the most beautiful, touching gifts I have ever received. Thank you Minami for your open, artistic expression of life!
Raphael then took me to the greenhouse which he is building with some students. There are concrete beds awaiting fresh soil and our little hands to plant. I imagine fresh summer greens, plump red tomatoes and delicious veggies of all sorts! I will post more when we plant.