This is a story about "the little things"

For many years I worked out at my local rec center. I'd greet the check in staff and go about my merry way. One day I brought along freshly baked homemade cookies to give these helpful people. I will never forget the stunned-happy look on their faces. It was like I had given them a *huge gift. In my mind it was just some delicious cookies but it was clear that my small gesture meant something to them.

This past month I've given free postcards of my work via my show at Hearst Center for the Arts and so many have thanked me for this gift. A small gesture that has radiated back so much unexpected happiness to me. Thank you!

Today I'm sending out these samples with some hand drawing to add some cheer.

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