A quotation from Joseph Addison

I value my garden more for being full of blackbirds than of cherries, and very frankly give them fruit for their songs.

Joseph Addison (1672-1719) English essayist, poet, statesman
Essay (1712-09-06), The Spectator, No. 477

More info about this quote: wist.info/addison-joseph/80013…

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I put a lot of work into this A4 drawing, but damaged the paper around the edge when I removed the masking tape. So I'm selling this one for less than I should be.
https://folksy.com/items/8560120

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A larger drawing, A4 size, but it's up for a bargain price due to some damage around the edge of the paper. See my shop listing for more info...
https://folksy.com/items/8560120

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Inktober rolls around again!
“murmuration” (prompt: mustache)
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