I've been trying to expand my artistic horizons recently, and step one was taking up PAINTING! Results so far have been average, for example here is a picture of Jean-Claude Van Damme I tried to make.

Granted I could have chosen an easier subject but also the medium just makes it generally more difficult for me. So I also did a pencil drawing for the same person I was gifting JCVD to, to redeem myself - it is of Clint Eastwood, and actually looks more or less like Clint Eastwood. Who, you ask? This sort of obscure actor-type, hasn't done a lot lately, but here is his face:

Anyway. Did you know that they bred a miniature husky dog? It is called the Alaskan Klee Kai or AKK, and it is ADORABLE. Now, you know that I am a firm believer in getting a rescue if you want a pet - there is a huge need out there! Not to mention mixed breeds are generally smarter and have fewer defects and make you a lifesaving superstar. But that doesn't mean I don't think this is the cutest thing ever: