Since Feb I have been working at a Lawn and Garden center. It has been pretty tough physically outside for long shifts most the year but has now calmed down into smaller less frequent shifts. I am once again working on art. It feels good to finish off old things. I am still stuck in the USA 9000mi away from my mate. It is constantly on my mind. Sept 10th is the last time I saw him, coming up almost a year apart. Covid has closed off travel and will keep us separate for much longer. Feels so lonely even if I'm surrounded by tons of people every day. I'm more awake and social than ever but so depressed inside. I know it will all be ok in the end but..right now is just very difficult.