In that past 48 hours I’ve received over 100 spam, half received today.
For the next several days I won’t be posting anything or checking postings on blogs I follow until I feel reasonably assured that the attacks have stopped.
Was hoping to post my latest painting, but will defer until next week to see if the spam gets under control.
Thank you for understanding. Wow, such a hassle – don’t know what is accounting for this spam activity. Mary
Oil Pastels by Mary 
I hope the spam stops soon, and we’ll have a chance to see your latest painting.
Thank you so much for your comments – it was a frustrating experience w/the blog. Finally the spam is down to one or two a day and I feel safe to begin posting again. So much to catch up on with everyone’s blog.
My painting, well that is another story. I went in and made some changes, it’s now sitting off in its own corner of the studio most likely never to see the flash of a camera – unless I can salvage something positive with this painting.
How terrible!! Hope it stops soon so we get to see your latest painting!
Hi Calee – thank you so much for commenting. All is back to normal and can now begin to enjoy your photography again! I hope to have a painting posted today – Happy holidays! Mary
Sorry! Wish I could help.
Hi Elena – thank you! The problem seems to have cleared up and I’m looking forward to visiting your blog and seeing all your new postings! Mary