This is the cover of the forthcoming paperback. I am interested in your opinions…

The photograph was taken on Seabrook Island, South Carolina in 1987 by t.e. denton. Pictured are Jackson Smith, Jesse yet to be born and my brother Todd’s daughter Simone. Have a good day everyone.

Below is one of several depictions of the young John the Baptist by Caravaggio. Often with shepherds staff in hand, always wearing a blood red cloak..

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