# 34 Valentine's Day

Linkin Park's song "Valentine's Day" is about loss, and after that happened this week, I can really relate to this song. Even after three days, it's still hard coming to terms with losing my dog. Sure, Sassy was a pet dog, but nevertheless, she was a part of my family. She was a big part of my childhood, and we basically grew up together. Every time I look outside and see that she's not there anymore, is unbearable. However, death is a part of life, and in time I will accept.

"Valentine's Day"

I decided to keep things pretty simple for this painting. I tried to incorporate the "clouds looking dissatisfied" and the "heartless wind". Also, it has been cloudy all day in Sydney, but as I prepared to take this photo, the sun broke through the clouds. I decided to capture that moment, and you can see where the light cast itself over this painting, and I liked that effect.

- JD