like listening to beethoven's 9th

so my world wide audience, i have returned from the trenches, and not only did i survive, but i emerge victorious.
you may recognize the image i've posted. if you're thinking it looks remarkably like barbara, then you are correct good sir/madame! ho ho! yes, she is in fact back in my possession and - other than a few minor adjustments yet - ready to ride.

i'm making this quick, i just wanted to assuage any worries that may have been fermenting into some unfortunate autoimmune disorder that is often a result of severe anxiety. i'm not quite done yet and the hour is fast approaching, so i leave you with this.
this is what kept me afloat during those dark times, and i thought i should share it with you.