I'm an artist, writer, nature lover, friend of animals, and reader of books. Life is of endless interest to me -- I love to wonder, ask questions, challenge ideas and generally seek to understand the world around me. I like to know the names of plants and birds, or why my dog (aka best bud) does this or that. I like languages and words and the connections they share.I like oil painting, and listening to audiobooks or lecture series while I paint. I like winter mornings, when it's cold and snowy and the sun rises with a warm golden glow, making the rooftops steam.I like.......