Many thanks for your kind words of support.
Yes, Robyn - the waiting has certainly blessed me with time to organise home, family and business. Have my artwork hanging in various galleries and restaurants around my region, which has allowed me to close my studio/gallery temporarily, and without regret. Have cooked family meals, re-organised pantry (so Hubby can find things more easily) have fresh linen on the beds, and school lunch box supplies fully stocked. With closest relatives 2000 km away, my family has learnt to cope during a crisis .... and with fantastic support from friends and my local community, we are covering all our bases !