Thursday, November 18, 2010

Unintended Symbolism

Interpreting symbols and hidden meanings is not something I do, and there are no preconceived symbols in Life, Still.  But even I noticed that birds are a recurring theme, and are definitely a tool for expressing feelings without words.













Wednesday, November 17, 2010

The 7 habits of highly effective people. . .

Or why I got up at the crack of dawn on my day off and then went back to bed.

Not pictured:  VACUUM ME, READ ME, STRAIGHTEN ME, CLEAR ME,

Thursday, November 11, 2010

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Don't be cruel to a heart that's true


This graphic novel grew out of my frustration dealing with parents who wouldn't get help, my decrepit father and my mom in the early stages of dementia.  In one of the first drawings, my negative feelings are clear.




She didn't want to stay put for her pacemaker operation.
Did I expect her to acknowledge her growing confusion for my convenience?
My heart and my drawings softened as I learned more about caring for her.

Friday, November 5, 2010

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