During a walk by the water yesterday, I stopped to watch the various birds search for their evening grub. A tall, slim heron, was idling along in the shallow waters on his own, while nearby were ducks and gulls in pairs or groups. And the ducks and gulls were often intermingled with each other. So I imagined what the plight of this heron would be if he were to join in. He would certainly have some struggles to interact, as he towered at least a foot above the other birds. And so I figured it might be a lonely experience, to be in the midst of a group where you towered over everyone else.
I knew when I saw the title “Lonely” that it would be both cute and sad(ish).
Ahhhhh!!! This is so so so funny!!!!
Lil: Awwwwe…You have an odd faith in me to pull that off!
Roberto: Thanks for laughing!
Aww! So sad about the tall guy. But all those other ones with their friendly conversations and meetings of old friends (it looks like), are really great! Nicely done. I hope someone thinks to invite the other guy down to their level!
Being an introvert myself, that’s exactly how I feel at social events where I don’t know anybody. My heart is touched for heron guy. I had a job where I felt like that at staff meetings of teachers in a high school. I have felt like this at some family gatherings. You have such understanding!
And this is pretty funny too. The tragedy and the humor. Perfect!
Thanks for the chuckles today!
Must be how really tall people feel sometimes. Lively, fun illustration!
I love your heron. This is so salty-sweet (especially with those tears!). Very fun, and lovely color as always!
Wow…Well, thank you, all! Very kind and touching comments. Funny how a simple illustration/cartoon spurs such thoughts/feelings…
That is so cool Paula.