In Alaska

I am currently in Alaska studying with C. I got here on the 9th and will be leaving on the 19th. It has been great reconnecting with C and his family. I look forward to bringing my kids with me sometime in the future. We are working on two icons, St. Benedict and Christ Pantocrator. Pictures to come once I get home. Here's the breakdown of our time thus far:

Monday: Drawing
Tuesday: preparing Panels/Drawing
Wednesday: Transfer the Drawing onto the panels and silver point
Thursday: Gilding
Friday: Opening up the icon (choosing and laying the base colors down)
Saturday: highlighting on St. Benedict (or Benny as I like to call him when I am tired)

Sunday, Monday and Tuesday: highlighting on Jesus and inscriptions on St. Benedict.

We have been working hard. The weather has been cold and rainy and I have appreciated J's silk underwear and snow boots. Also, E and L's water bottle they gave me and the stainless tea tumbler I bought from H have gotten heavy use. A seems to be doing great with the kids who were glad to see where I am staying (C's house) via webcam. It's a great gift to get this time and I appreciate A for holding down the fort while I am here in Alaska. Give him a pat on the back if you see him around. Thanks for your prayers everyone.