This spring someone who I know who is a guide was in a catastrophic avalanche in Europe, one that was so bad that in parts of his ride in the avalanche his ski boot was hitting him in the face. His body was so beat up and ravaged that at some points people were not sure if he would survive….but he has. And he is walking, and he is smiling…even though all of these things are a major challenge and very painful.
Last week I donated Mt. Rundle Surprise to a fund raiser to raise funds to help him on his recovery back to what you and I call "A normal life". My surprise was the painting sold for $500, and there was even a bidding war going on for it. When I painted Rundle Surprise I had an accident in the painting process that altered the painting…..something in the end I accepted and someone else liked.
I can only hope that from his accident going through an altered process my friend also finds something he likes, a new beginning.
We are coming in to the season of giving (which should be every day of the year). If you can help someone, please do so. If you need help, please let those around you know.
All the best,
Bob
