My mother has arrived in the DC area for a few days' visit. The main reason she made the journey is to see me and my art show. She's staying with me in my studio dwelling, where there is visible dust and clutter. I did not have time to get this visible dust and clutter out of the way. Mother noticed this. But it is not too much of a problem. On Thursday June 7 we accomplished the important mission and she visited Falls Church Art and Frame to see the show. She made complimentary remarks to the gallery owner and to me about my art. That day, I also brought my mom into Trader Joe's to meet my co-workers. Lots of nice things were said, and I don't think too many people were making things up to please my mother.

There has been a lot of fine dining, starting with luxury treatment and gourmet snacks aboard the first-class train she took from Boston. Naturally there are goodies from Trader Joe's and Starbucks as well, and a dinner at my favorite local restaurant. On Friday we expect to visit the National Gallery for more important artistic experiences, and if all goes well Mother will meet more of my friends. I hope that I am a good host and that I can continue to do well by Mom until she rides back to Boston. Mama Mia!

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