Just because I got ’em…

A couple photos which I took for, but which will not be used in, an upcoming project:

I saw this at the local Costco and just had to grab a shot of it. Id say its too big for anyones collection, but Im sure someone has it.
I saw this at the local Costco and just had to grab a shot of it. I'd say it's too big for anyone's collection, but I'm sure someone has it.
That kid wearing the Youre Looking At A Genius shirt is my very own lil Ben.
That kid wearing the You're Looking At A Genius shirt is my very own li'l Ben.
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On Peanuts and Gender

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