One advantage to self-employment is the flexibility to make your own hours. So, after many years of painting in the evening after my day job, I’ve decided to try a new pattern and work in the early morning. In theory, my brain should be sharper and rested and at optimal capacity….if only my body can stretch and keep up! The first day was today and so far, so good. The stillness is invigorating and the air feels new. The light changes quickly with the studio facing northeast, but I don’t often paint from life anymore, so it really doesn’t matter. I even eschewed my coffee until after as a reward. If I can discipline myself to continue this, I have high hopes for where it leads.