Today I finished my pastel portrait of Daisy that I began painting while she was still with me. It was hard working on it without her there to keep me company in the garden like she did when she was alive, but it was something I had to complete. I feel better for having done it, and I'm pleased with the results. When I showed it to my friend, she said she thought I had captured Daisy's essence. I think Daisy helped me capture her essence. I'm sure my girl was watching over my shoulder as I painted her.