There is a low keyed joie de vivre in our normal lives, largely underrated and unrecognized until this global pandemic forced us into social isolation. Yes, we found we could make it through, but not all things can be regained...such as holding the hand of a loved one who is ailing, hugging our friends and family, celebrating holidays and birthdays, gathering for art openings and traveling. For many, depression has become a new state of heart and mind. For me, the desire to paint vanished.