On Boxing Day 2021 I’m taking a break from working on my ‘Seaside Glitter’ sequel. Tried but just couldn’t find a redeeming grace to add to the character of Barney. Gave up on pondering whether he should be meeting his end but his nastiness added to the storylines. Hence took a break and reflected on the painting of Dories I completed at a painting workshop last year or was it earlier? Must have been Covid-19 has definitelt curtailed our social outings. However Thanks to the great work of our sister-in-law Heather at 4 Roses Framing in Fall River Nova Scotia I had the painting framed and it became a Christmas gift to out daugther in Ottawa. Not a real masterpiece but a piece of creativity I had fun working through. Thanks Heather. l look forward to seeing it hanging on a wall in Ottawa once travel becomes a safe option. Meanwhile I’d best get back to writing. If I cannot add grace to Barney perhaps a little nastiness will be the order of the day. Have a great day and stay safe. Sure glad we both got our booster vacine shots. Hope you got yours. If you’ve read ‘Seaside Glitter’ a review at an online bookstore would be appreciated.