I've been given a gift. 
Mother says that I've always had the gift but only recently decided to use it. 
Perhaps, that is only partly true. 
I believe that I didn't know quite how to use it.
Only recently, have I begun to paint retablos  for a church fundraiser in November. 
Our parish will be purchasing new pews. 
My daughter, Carrie asked me to paint our Lady, Madonna of the Streets. 
I couldn't resist... and truly, 
Igive all glory to God for the result.