Situation in Northern Japan

I know many of you have seen the images.  It's quite difficult to look at them.  It's even more difficult to know that your family and friends are in harms way.  I am relieved that my family member is safe and sound.  I would like to take a moment to pray for all of those lost souls during this terrible disaster.

To those people recovering, take heart that you are never alone.  Many people have chipped in to help.  I know many artists and musicians have donated his or her time to do benefits for the victims.

Please be mindful on who you give money to.  The international Red Cross/Red Crescent, American Red Cross, Japanese Red Cross, and Salvation Army are the only true organizations that can help.

At this moment I am going to design an ink painting and sell the picture on my store site later this week.  All of the proceeds will go to the American Red Cross.  I was inspired by Johnny Wander. (Yuko-chan, honntoni arigato gozaimasu.  Anata no e wa jozu desu yo.  Ganbarro Nippon!!).


Please stay strong and more importantly... stay safe...