My 2020 in Photos

My year started with the John Moreland concert in Rockford, Illinois, in January with Susan aka @wiredlotus, and friends. After that, I was certain my 2020 would be filled with live music, of course 2020 had other plans. I did manage to see the Waco Brothers in Chicago just days before lockdown.

Turning 60 in quarantine could have been a downer, but Susan decorated our home so it could not only be seen throughout the neighborhood but from the space station. And can we talk about that blueberry birthday pie?

Waiting on our friend Ruth at Union Station, one of our few visits during the quarantine. Playing a small role in Susan and Ruth’s painted rock project. Learning the latest technology while working from home. Guiding Roy through his training regimen. And discovering that real men wear #shihtzus.

The sky, trees, and moon are always a comfort for me, especially this year. Much moon-watching in 2020.

Nature was one of my big 2020 remedies. Wonder walks with Susan along the Fox River. All the activity around our bird feeder outside my home office window. Our burgeoning ghost lily garden. And Susan even coaxed my favorite flower, echinacea, to grow in our front yard garden.

This was the year of the dog. Susan, Dino, Lucy and I welcomed Roy and LuLu to our pack and @luckypupdog even dropped in for a quick visit.

Finally, it’s the people that matter most. And although this was a year of isolation, so many connections helped narrow the distance. My partner, quarantine buddy, and barber @wiredlotus is my salvation. I loved assisting her with her jewelry classes, first in person, then via @zoom. Not to mention her virtual appearance on @jtv. So many great adventures with her this year. And I treasure the quick but precious visits with @jonbrollin and @kayleighg__ here and in Texas.