*Lily*
Once in New York, I went back to work at a frantic pace trying to get ready for Tony's show. I hoped that when William returned to the city, he could help me decide which one to send to David in Vancouver, which he wanted, and which would be good for the new event.
Tony's theme was “I Happened to Be in the City." I told him about my latest collection, City on Fire—with the Manhattan skyscrapers, ships along the canal, and Coney Island. He said he wanted to see them right away.
Inspired by the Vancouver trip, I wanted to incorporate some sunsets over the water. Tony said he wanted them all unseen, and I had to convince William to let me show them. The only problem was that William had the first say. He might want them all, leaving me to paint others for the show. I really didn't k
