From the beginning ... to the end.

 Life's journey is somewhat like painting a picture.

There a set up period, everything getting put together ... and a blank canvas.

 Next steps ... birth! It's pretty simple at this point, color happening, details being thought about.

And, so it grows ... a little more color, a little more detail.

More color, more definition .... depth and character.

It matures.

 As an artist, I hope for my spirit to live on through the work I create. As I painted this piece, my aunt remained close in my heart. There are many ways to say good bye. Her spirit began in the Adirondacks and in closing, my wish is that her spirit travels the mountains and the lakes ... happily and peacefully.            For you Aunt Betty.