The topic was difficult for me this week. It brought to mind all the stressful things that consume me: earthquakes, famine, disease, global climate, poverty. Too many negative images, too much sadness all at once. I did manage to squeeze out two quick sketches, however. I didn't want to dwell too much on the subject....

This little guy, set adrift in the artic ocean, worries whether he'll ever be able to swim back home. Sadly, I don't think he will.

My second sketch is of a worried mother. She wonders what kind of world her children will inherit while they merrily have a tea party, not a care in the world. Ah, to be ignorant once more, if only for a little while.