When I posted my "Virtual Moe" pic the other day I had no idea that it was going to be showcased by Deviant Art. I don't even know who I have to thank for that, but I am thankful. I'm thankful that so many people were able to get a chuckle out of my art, especially in these dark times. I think the piece wasn't as much amazing as it was just very timely. The first indication that I had that anything was different was when I saw that it had over 3,000 hits in 24 hours - more than it should have gotten in three years. I felt like a young rock star who's record suddenly went platinum overnight. What's more important is that I was able to make a l

I want to thank everyone collectively for wishing me a Happy Birthday. It's been a busy day at work, and my wife and I warmed up some nice pizza for the occasion. The weather today was cold and rainy, typical for my birthday. But in spite of all that's going on around us, I had a very nice birthday. The well wishes from everyone are greatly appreciated. Thanks again.

I turned on my computer this afternoon to find out that Neil Peart, the drummer of Rush had passed away on Tuesday. Just a little more than a year ago I did a Simpsons cartoon marking the 40th year of my fandom of the band - I still have written in my 1979 journal the day I bought that first album at Nova Records Rush at the Door . 41 years I've been a fan. This man's drumming has been with me in good times and bad. And during my time spent doing pictures here at DeviantArt, Rush has very often been the music in the background. And I just featured my favorite of their albums in a recent project -  Marge Neat Meme .     This is a stunner. I