Contemplation is an oil on board painting of a young woman sitting in the shelter of a stark tree holding a small plant in her hands.  As she cradles the plant, the tree slowly becomes green.  The background is an arid desert with a bright blue sky. This scene could look barren, but the young woman does not appear lonely, anxious or distressed and the space and quietness of the desert can be the right place for peace, contemplation and growth.  This painting relates to end-of-life conversations and time spent as sometimes cheerful company, laughter and distraction is helpful and sometimes quiet reflection, comfortable silence and gentle memories are more appropriate.