Hellomaupoo: May 2013

I had a wonderful surprise last Sunday when I visited the Santa Monica Farmer's Market. There was a petting zoo full of goats and other farm animals! I stood and watched them interact with each other and with children. The petting zoo was cramped with too many children full of excitement, yet they seemed not to be fazed by it. They went about the day just like any other day, eating, resting, pooping, and eating some more.

I feel like there's some lesson there. It was so much fun watching them I lost track of time.

Goats hanging out at the Santa Monica Farmer's Market

Duck, Chinese Chickens "Silkie", Goats - Santa Monica Farmer's Market

A child feeding a goat - Santa Monica Farmer's Market

After seeing the goats I can't help but to be inspired. And here are my latest goat cards. They are available at Hellomaupoo.

Goat Series - 5 Pack Cards

June is almost here. Here's a patterned calendar to mark the month. This one is all about variation within a uniform squared pattern. Looking at it from the photograph, it reminds me of my life - it's seemingly predictable with daily routines yet there are many complexities within. It's been 8 months since I left my job to pursue my own business of graphic design service and product designs and it hasn't been easy. I am still trying to figure out how to make this work. I realized so much has do with myself. This journey has pushed me to get to know myself better through getting to know my insecurities. I am learning to be more aware of them and not let them influence me so much.

If life ever feels dull, just look for the complexities within.