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Baby pose

I had one of the worst nights ever yesterday. It started with a slight pain in the stomach which became agony seasoned with cold chills and fever. Apparently, I got some virus and could only lie down in a baby pose. The content of my stomach wanted to come out urgently, but it wasn't clear on which end. Right now, I feel like a retired slug crawling on its own saliva. I was awake till 2:30 a.m., then I passed out, I guess, but when I came to, it all started all over again. Brilliant. Ági told me that her students were complaining about the same condition, so apparently, this disease is spreading nowadays. I couldn't concentrate on my studies, so I saw it better to sleep. I passed out several times during the day, but it was just as well. I hope to get well soon...

I've recently discovered an artist on YouTube, Peter Sheeler, who paints watercolours. I know nothing about art or painting, but I love this guy's style and the images he paints. This is my current favourite: Line and wash demonstration of an Old Door watercolor painting. I wish I could paint and sketch like him...

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