Well, I'm only a Sunday painter right now because I don't have the time or energy to paint as much as would be needed to be professional. (Not to mention lack of sales, but that's a whole nother can of worms.)

Don't worry about not reading "Traitor"! It's one of those stories I would only read if I were strongly recommended to. But, I will say that Snape's loyalties are in question throughout the piece. But, if you're in a bad place right now, DON'T read it. It's ugly.

Oh, so am I! Ah, to see the crocus blooming, and waving in the happy daffodil. :-)