Two Days Before Christmas

12/23/13 Diamine Chocolate Brown ink, Sailor pen, colored pencils, Canson Montval 140 lb. paper

“So. . . have you got big plans for the rest of the afternoon? Some last-minute shopping. . .?” The Zoka barista was making small talk as he rang up my Americano.

“None at all – that’s why I’m here,” I replied happily. And apparently none of the other Zoka patrons were concerned about last-minute shopping, either. Although rain was pouring down outside (yet also simultaneously sunny! Bizarre weather today), the room was serene and comfortable.

12/23/13 Diamine Eclipse ink, Sailor pen, Canson XL 140 lb. paper