Sentiments on a 2022 Birthday: Getting older sure ain’t easy, but it doesn’t have to be difficult either. Being the "works in progress” that we all are, I’m of the mind that we must always remain vulnerable students of the art of living. These days I do my best to surround myself with folks who accept me for who I am, embrace my imperfections as well as my attributes and accept the idea that we are ALL continuously evolving. Another year around the sun thankfully means precious moments with loved ones, utilizing my imagination, pedagogy, touring and the quest for safety, equality and justice for all. I am absolutely filled with gratitude for another day.