May 27, 2010 While much of our planet is parched, sere, and desperate for water, we are currently blessed in our beautiful Pacific Northwest with an over-abundance of rain this spring. Although we're already being warned that the rain does not equal snowpack/does not equal enough resource to sell to other states for power and that we may have rationing this summer, it's just so difficult to believe that we're going to be short of such a life-giving substance while we're just this side of toxic mold outgrowth at all times. 

 The octopus sun print in my photo was created on a dry and warm day last summer, when thoughts of rain were far away and the sounds of birds and frogs were quite close to my patio. We're hoping for one such day this Sunday, anticipating a break from the downpours for at least a short period this long-weekend. Remember those who held/hold our country's [and your and my]well-being as more important than their own. Remember those you love. Pray for peace. Create wonderful memories this Memorial Day, even in the rain. Make art, not war.  [NO live octopuses/octopi were injured in this sun print!  It was made using a gelatin octopus toy belonging to my young grandson.]