Yesterday, I began this portrait of my 17-year-old puggle Sammie. I have been wasting too much time lately. Seeing this beautiful face reminded me of the important things in life.
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Yesterday, I began this portrait of my 17-year-old puggle Sammie. I have been wasting too much time lately. Seeing this beautiful face reminded me of the important things in life.