Been gone for quite a while, haven’t I? There are several reasons but the biggest is I’ve been rather ill. I have ulcerative colitis (I was first diagnosed with Crohn’s disease but indicators show that may not be so – which is good). I had cancer and had my colon removed 4 years ago. My life and health have been in constant flux since then. For the last few months I’ve had serious digestive problems – let’s just say it’s been very moist. I’ve lost 50 pounds. But I am still working and taking care of my family and I still find enough health to do fun stuff like hiking and kayaking now and then.

Another reason is work. I’ve been swamped at work and have new demands put on me. I really want to make it as an illustrator so I may have to do something about this job and commit to my dreams. I just need to convince myself I’m good enough to make it.

There are a dozen other reasons but that’s the big part of it. I’m sorry I’ve been so neglectful of my online friends and my art. It hurts me more than I care to admit.

I’m starting to feel better and my work is calming down so I will be dedicating myself to this blog, to Illustration Friday, and to all of you, my friends, again very soon.

Love you all.

EDIT November 7: I’m going into the hospital for surgery. I don’t know how long it will take. I expect to be back in a week or 2. Love you!