The day of good surprises

So, I saw my PCP this morning.  I have been cleared to drive locally until I see a vascular specialist about a blockage.  This means that I could -- and did! -- go to the grocery store this afternoon, and will be able to take Rook to his meet 'n greet with his vet tomorrow afternoon.

That was pleasant surprise Number One.

Pleasant surprise Number Two was the arrival in the mail of the original cover art for Liaden Universe® novel number 27, Diviner's Bow, to be published in April 2025.  David Mattingly did his usual marvelous work. I really appreciate the care he took with the characters -- that's Counsel to Chaos Blays essWorthi on the left and the Deaf Counselor, Majel ziaGorn, on the right.