WOW!! 300!!! THANK YOU!!

I'm only being somewhat facetious. In comparison to the thousands (and sometimes millions) of page views that others have gotten, why should I be so excited?

For me, '300' validates the reason I joined DA in the first place. I wanted a safe place to explore and create art. I'm a husband and father of two small kids, as well as the only paycheck provider in the house. I really enjoy the work I do, but at the end of the day it doesn't fully satisfy my creative itch. I needed an appropriate outlet to create and display my work, and I believe I've found it. I'm the owner of my own virtual art gallery. It won't ever pay my mortgage, but it keeps me happy. For me that's worth a lot more than money.

So, I want to thank all of you that took the time to embrace my art. Whether you were just passing through, making comments, or welcoming me to your pages, you had an impact on me.