
By Gary Martin
I knew there was a reason the pup wanted to tag along this Halloween. She obviously knew we had an interesting new neighbor.
May YOUR Halloween be filled only with treats.
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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It’s always a treat to open the Rag on Sunday mornings. Thank you, Gary!
hahaha! CUTE! I think I had that neighbor in the East Village years ago!
Happy Halloween Gary. Love your costume 😂
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Isn’t that the president of your co-op board?
This reminds us that a treat for some can be a trick for someone else. (and vice versa).. Martoonerville always brings an interesting perspective, even if you’re not a cranky old man.
I know that guy!
There is always a trick!
Thanks for the nice dose of levity, Gary. We could all use more treats right now. Happy Halloween, everyone!
Nice, Gary!
Not sure I’d stick around when that guy opened the door! Lol!
I did hear your building has good bones.
Are bones safe to eat if they’re out of the packaging?
Halloween humor! Love it. Keep up the great work, Gary.
He has a bone to pick with you…
Aw, Gary! That doggo wagging his tail is too cute. Treats to you too! I’m grateful for your Sunday posts-which are always on target.
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Love the enthusiastic, eagerly awaiting dog! Happy Halloween!
dem bones, dem bones….dems dry bones.
Great Stuff always!
Happy Halloween Gary Martin and West Side Rag readers!