Years and Beers

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They say wisdom comes with age. That's debatable, since there's no shortage of stupid old people wandering around the globe. It's probably one of them that came up with the idea that you should respect people just because they haven't died yet. Well...maybe you should, especially if they're older than you, which means they're demonstrably better at not dying than you are. In any case, in my time on this planet, I've learned not to touch live wires, play "chicken" with freight trains, or run naked through rush hour traffic, so the years have blessed me with SOME knowledge (better to run through rush hour traffic fully clothed; better STILL to wear a helmet and a thick layer of protective padding; possibly best not to do it at all).

Anyhow, this day has given me two things in very high supply: lots and lots of birthday wishes, which are great and wonderful and evidence that I exist (which is always nice to have, some days), and also so much beer that storing it is becoming an issue. Beer makes a fine and generally inexpensive gift, and family and friends know I'm a sucker for the seasonal stuff, so I've been gifted bottles and bottles of liquid gold that cannot safely be consumed in short order. Would that you well-wishers were here to share it with me, but failing that, I'm sure some folks nearer by will have a use for it when I find them :) After all, it's no good hoarding ALL of it. These things are best shared.

What i CAN share is what I've already done so far and will continue to give. Another year means a lot more opportunities, and I don't think I've peaked just yet. So look for lots more work in the coming year (and years, God willing) and thanks ever so much for all the wishes, praises, criticisms, and encouragement throughout the years. I raise a glass in your honor (but it's more likely I should raise a stylus). Cheers! :ahoy:

...and HAMS. :salute:

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p.s. The stars aligned to give me one last "Breaking Bad" hours before my birthday. I'll miss that show something fierce, but what a way to go. Lots to learn about characters and visual storytelling throughout the whole series, and with the closure of a well-made and assured ending, it's now fully complete. Everything has its flaws, but I can't really recall any at the moment. Let's all reflect on the fact that even though there's a lot of pure crap on TV, there's some genuine gold there too. :)

Okay, i'm done now. Peace!
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StripedBird's avatar
Hams! and Happy belated birthday :D Keep on chugging (unintentional beer pun :iconcryforeverplz: ) along with your art, we'll all be here to support you!