Betty Coffee
36" x 40"
Betty sits comfortably with her babies, Pumpkin and Burke standing watch, the morning light streaming over her shoulder like a caressing arm. She is at peace with herself and the world.

This is an utterly charming portrait of Betty Coffee and her dogs. Apparently she has invited me to pull my chair right up to hers and we're so comfortable, so much at ease. She has that way about her. If there's something I need, she'll find a way. She has no needs herself and prefers to give than to get. She's neither spoiled nor fragile, but self-contained and willing. The light coming in from behind her somehow illuminates her rather than putting her in its shadow. I know I must behave myself as the dogs are very protective of her and will only tolerate me as long as she tells them I'm okay. Lovely, lovely. R. Sue Dodea