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Feeling Sappy on the Upper West Side

May 10, 2026 | 8:41 AM
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By Gary Martin

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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Paula
Paula
49 minutes ago

Thank you for your wishes. I see a familiar fur mom as well. Happy 101st publication!

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Ginny
Ginny
40 minutes ago

This was well said!!! Meaningful and thoughtful!! Thank you Gary

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Mary McCarthy
Mary McCarthy
40 minutes ago

That was the sweetest and most inclusive Mother’s Day greeting I have ever seen. Thank you Gary. Keep up the good work!

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Auntie Em
Auntie Em
33 minutes ago

Happy everyone! Missing my mom extra this day.
(thanks for the shout out)

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