By Gary Martin
Thinking of all the “fathers” in my life — real and surrogate; teachers and mentors; nephews and friends’ kids now fathers themselves. May we point our attention to those that deserve a little celebration this weekend, and away from those that drain us.
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Gary B. Martin is an illustrator and animator who has lived on the Upper West Side for more than 30 years. His illustrations appear in the Rag on Sundays, chronicling life in the neighborhood, New York City, and the Universe. See them all here. For a broader range of Gary’s work, including animations and other motion graphics, please visit www.martoons.com
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I never would have known if you hadn’t told me.
He’s got it right! Go Gary!
Wonderful illustration as always. Happy Father’s Day to all past and present.
Happy Father’s Day to all you dads of people and fur babies and to dads with and without fur and hair
“ May we point our attention to those that deserve a little celebration this weekend, and away from those that drain us.” That may be the best advice I’ve ever been given. Thanks, Gary, and Happy Father’s Day!
Right back at you!
A much-needed smile!
Love the puppy in the corner! Happy Fathers’ Day!
Hadn’t noticed the pup . . .
Happy Father’s Day!
Happy Father’s Day to all the UWS Dads!
Happy Father’s Day to all! And….a special mention for the “daddies” who get the unconditional love from their fur babies in this WORLD.
That was so cute and kind Gary
Nice to see Rosie in the picture.
Happy Father’s Day to all!
Thank you, Gary.
Very nice, Gary. I hope your day was great. I see Rosie in the corner. xoxo